RHI Magnesita says antitrust case for Vesuvius built on experience, analysis

By Jon Menon ( October 12, 2026, 12:29 GMT | Comment) -- RHI Magnesita, the market leader in high grade refractory products is in talks to buy Vesuvius, seen by some as its main rival. The deal could face antitrust scrutiny over their overlapping supplies of heat-resistant products to steelmakers, though the acquirer has signaled confidence in navigating the deal toward clearance.RHI Magnesita’s possible takeover of British rival Vesuvius could face antitrust scrutiny over their overlapping supplies of heat-resistant products to steelmakers, though the acquirer has signaled confidence in navigating the deal past regulators....

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