ArcelorMittal Poland has invested approximately PLN 60 million ($16.08 million) to modernize Blast Furnace No. 3 at its Dąbrowa Górnicza plant, preparing it for a potential restart as early as spring 2026. The furnace has been idle since September 2025 due to weak demand, and the current refurbishment focuses on rebuilding the hearth with new ceramic materials to extend its operational life by four years. This move signals the company's readiness to react to potential recovery in European steel demand despite ongoing regional economic headwinds.