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VGH Group Joins Metalshub to Digitally Optimise Procurement and Sales Operations
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Düsseldorf, Germany, 08 January 2026 – Metalshub, the leading platform for industrial minerals, is pleased to announce that VGH Group, a globally active manufacturer of high-performance refractory products, has joined its platform. The company will leverage both Metalshub’s Procurement and Sales Solutions to streamline its business activities.
Headquartered in Germany with a global operational footprint, VGH Group engineers and supplies castables and shaped and unshaped refractories for industrial applications. The decision to integrate Metalshub into its commercial processes reflects VGH’s strategic ambition to digitalise procurement and sales workflows, increase internal efficiencies, and expand access to new counterparties worldwide.
By adopting the Procurement Solution, VGH Group will benefit from a more structured and transparent sourcing process, enabling data-driven decision-making and improved visibility into market conditions.
“Our goal in partnering with Metalshub is to optimise how we engage with the market—both on the buy and sell side. Digitalising these key processes will not only strengthen our internal efficiency but also broaden our exposure to new trading partners. We look forward to achieving greater transparency, responsiveness, and value creation through this collaboration.”
The partnership underscores VGH’s broader commitment to innovation and agility in the refractory industry. With Metalshub’s digital infrastructure, VGH will be well-positioned to navigate increasingly dynamic supply chains and unlock new growth opportunities through better market intelligence and stronger partner engagement.
“We are delighted to welcome VGH Group to the Metalshub platform,” said Dr. Sebastian Kreft, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Metalshub. “Their commitment to modernising procurement and sales aligns strongly with our mission to digitalise the refractory industry. We look forward to supporting VGH as they enhance efficiency, transparency, and market access through our solutions.”
About VGH Group
VGH Group is a Germany-based manufacturer of high-quality refractory products. The company engineers and supplies castables and other unshaped refractory products as well as shaped refractories to industrial customers worldwide. With several locations across the globe, VGH delivers tailored refractory solutions designed for performance, reliability, and long-term value across diverse applications.
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Darya Mende, Executive Assistant, mende@vgh-group.com
About Metalshub
Metalshub is a leading software provider for the metals and mining industry. By leveraging advanced technology and market expertise, Metalshub provides software solutions for buyers and sellers to connect, negotiate, and close transactions. With its innovative solutions, Metalshub empowers 2,800+ businesses to optimise supply chains, make informed decisions, and drive growth in the digital era. Its software enables sellers to provide provenance, carbon footprint and ESG information to its customers in an auditable form, leading to qualification for key target market regulations.
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Dr. Sebastian Kreft, Co-Founder and Managing Director, sebastian.kreft@metals-hub.com
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