Houston Chronicle Reports on JD Fields Securing Exclusive Deal with ArcelorMittal
In a major feature by the Houston Chronicle, Houston-based JD Fields & Company is recognized for securing exclusive rights to distribute ArcelorMittal’s steel foundation systems across North America. The deal replaces previous partner Nucor, the largest steel manufacturer in the U.S., and represents a seismic shift in the industry—one that further cements JD Fields’ leadership in the global steel piling market.
Traditionally known for its work in oil and gas, JD Fields has been expanding its footprint through its steel piling division—an essential component in projects like highways, bridges, ports, and marine walls. Recent port expansions in Houston and Corpus Christi are helping drive momentum and revenue in this evolving segment.
The article quotes engineering director Dean Abbondanza, who links the rising demand to global shipping trends: “All of the vessels are getting larger, so the ports have to upgrade and expand.” JD Fields is meeting that challenge with patented systems like its custom marine wall solution in Seattle and continued innovation in infrastructure support.
This deal builds on a period of accelerated growth that also included the company’s $24 million acquisition of LB Foster’s steel piling business and the upcoming launch of a steel pipe mill along the Houston Ship Channel—a joint venture with HDM Tubes of Turkey.
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