Two New Jersey Steel Mills Shut Down

By admin • June 10th, 2009

The suspension of two steel mill operations in the New Jersey area will mean bad news for approximately 100 steel workers.

Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation, based out of Tampa, will shutter its plants in Sayreville and Perth Amboy due to a continuous decline in demand for steel.

According to company spokesman Santiago Fittipaldi, the Perth Amboy plant will not reopen.

The Perth Amboy plant was first operated in the early 20th century, originally producing copper as the Raritan Copper Works. With no plans to reopen the plant, it seems that Gerdau will be looking to sell the facility.

Michael Keller, director of economic and community development for the city of Perth Amboy, believes the site has potential future use. “It’s a waterfront facility, it’s got rail. I think the site will be very marketable,” Keller said.

Gerdau Ameristeel is also considering plant closures in Oklahoma. The company operates 19 plants across North America.

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