Rheinstahl
Rheinstahl was a German steel company that played a significant role in the industrialization of Germany during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Founded in 1871, the company was initially known as the "Rheinische Stahlwerke" and was based in Duisburg, Germany. Rheinstahl was one of the largest steel producers in the world during its peak, with operations in several countries, including Germany, Belgium, and the United States.
The company's origins can be traced back to the establishment of the "Rheinische Eisenbahngesellschaft" (Rhenish Railway
Rheinstahl was a pioneer in the development of new steelmaking technologies, including the open-hearth process and
In 1929, Rheinstahl merged with Krupp to form Krupp-Rheinstahl, which later became ThyssenKrupp. The merger was
Rheinstahl's legacy can still be seen in the steel industry today, as many of the technologies and