ArcelorMittal Faces Charges Over Environmental Impact in France

ArcelorMittal has been indicted in France for industrial pollution, involving charges of endangerment, forgery, and environmental damage. The lawsuit was initiated by a French NGO and residents. ArcelorMittal strongly denies the accusations, highlighting its compliance efforts and significant investment to reduce emissions at the Fos-sur-Mer site.

ArcelorMittal, the world's second-largest steelmaker, is facing legal action in France over allegations of environmental pollution in the Fos-sur-Mer region. The company's charges include endangerment, forgery, and environmental damage, according to the Marseille public prosecutor's office.

The environmental lawsuit was filed by the French NGO Association de Défense et Protection du Littoral du Golfe de Fos (ADPLGF) and supported by 250 local residents, unions, and other organizations. The case was brought to court by Marseille lawyer Julie Andreu.

Despite the allegations, ArcelorMittal denies any wrongdoing and emphasizes its proactive measures in reducing emissions. The company claims to have invested over 735 million euros since 2014 to modernize and reduce emissions, adhering to increasingly stringent regulatory thresholds.

(With inputs from agencies.)