Patent No. EP4219773 (titled "Method For Producing Liquid Pig Iron From A Product Of Dsl") was filed by SMS Group on Mar 2, 2021. The application was issued on Oct 9, 2024.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMETALS AUSTRIA | Jul 7, 2025 | MEISSNER BOLTE NURNBERG |
| SCHOPPE ZIMMERMANN STOCKELER ZINKLER SCHENK & PARTNER | Jul 3, 2025 | STOCKELER |
| TATA STEEL IJMUIDEN | Jun 26, 2025 | GROUP SERVICES |
| THYSSENKRUPP STEEL EUROPE | Jun 25, 2025 | THYSSENKRUPP STEEL EUROPE |
| ARCELORMITTAL | Jun 20, 2025 | LAVOIX |
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