Acquisitions: Traditional Company from the Ruhr Becomes American
The German steel processor Klöckner & Co presents its last financial report as an independent company before being taken over by the American company Worthington Steel.
German Mentality: Germany? Beautiful!
The article reflects on the unique qualities of German culture through the lens of an exhibition featuring photographer Brigitte Kraemer.
Industry: US corporation buys traditional company from the Ruhr
The 1906-founded steel dealer Klöckner & Co. is being sold to Ohio's Worthington Steel, with a deal that offers Klöco shareholders an 80% premium per share.
Everyday Life in Structural Change: My Wonderful Ruhr Area
Brigitte Kraemer documents the Ruhr area beyond the usual clichés of football, factories, and currywurst, showcasing the real life through 400,000 photos taken over forty years during its transition from heavy industry.