Voestalpine AG, a public company located in Linz, Austria, to explore opportunities for growth. The Company believes that, to meet the needs of its clients, in particular, road, railway and construction, it needs to grow. In addition, the steel industry in Europe is in the process of consolidation. The company has a very strong balance sheet, but due to its ownership structure (35 percent owned by the Austrian government), its market value is significantly lower than the competition, as well as providing justification for growth. The company is profitable and focused on value-added products. (A) If the decision to buy two steel plants in Poland is seen and looks at the strategic issues and challenges associated with this extension. Additive, Voestalpine AG (B), 907M33 product number, provides an opportunity for students to evaluate the methods of strategic execution. "Hide
by Murray J. Bryant, Werner Auer-Rizzi, Iris Fischlmayr, Brett Matthews, Michael Eyett Source: Richard Ivey School of Business Foundation 17 pages. Publication Date: February 6, 2008. Prod. #: 907M32-PDF-ENG
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