ArcelorMittal Marchin

Explore the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin site, a relic of Belgium’s industrial past, featuring vast empty halls and urban exploration intrigue.

November 25, 2024
Industrial workstation with a blue control panel, vintage computer monitor, and vibrant yellow and orange equipment at the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.

The ArcelorMittal electro-galvanization line in Marchin, was part of the company’s operations in Liège. In 2013, ArcelorMittal decided to shut it down during a restructuring effort. This closure affected other facilities in the region as well.

Electro-galvanization applies a zinc layer to steel to prevent corrosion. The process ensures precise coating thickness, making it ideal for automotive panels and appliances.

The Marchin facility closed alongside other sites in Liège. These included the Chertal hot strip mill, a Tilleur cold rolling line, and Flémalle galvanization lines. About 1,300 jobs were lost, reducing the workforce in the region to 800. ArcelorMittal kept five finishing lines operational.

Today, the Marchin site remains empty. Its halls and infrastructure reflect Belgium’s industrial past, offering an intriguing spot for urban explorers.

Industrial workstation with a blue control panel, vintage computer monitor, and vibrant yellow and orange equipment at the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Control panel and industrial rollers inside the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium, surrounded by vibrant green and yellow equipment.
Industrial workstation with yellow, blue, and orange machinery inside the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Abandoned industrial workstation with colorful machinery, control panels, and equipment inside the ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Blue industrial control panel with dials, buttons, and an old computer screen at the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Abandoned industrial machinery with a blue control panel and vibrant green and yellow components at the ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Abandoned industrial workspace with vibrant yellow railings and machinery at the ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Close-up of green and yellow machinery with blue motor components inside the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Orange industrial conveyor system with rollers and control stations inside the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Industrial roller conveyor and vibrant machinery inside the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium, featuring yellow and orange equipment.
Close-up of machinery and control panels inside the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium, showcasing green, orange, and yellow equipment.
Rusty rollers and machinery inside the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium, with bright yellow and orange industrial equipment.
Close-up of a control panel with colorful buttons and an orange industrial machine at the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Stored industrial parts, including orange rollers and blue machinery, at the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Spacious industrial hall with abandoned machinery, vibrant orange and blue equipment, and organized storage at the ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Industrial floor with yellow machinery and vibrant red safety markings at the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Abandoned industrial workshop with rail tracks, yellow safety platforms, and green steel beams at the ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Vast abandoned industrial hall with steel trusses and remnants of machinery at the ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Empty industrial hall with green steel beams and tire marks on the concrete floor at the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin plant in Liège, Belgium.
Inside the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin electro-galvanization plant in Liège, Belgium. The expansive industrial hall, now deserted, showcases towering green steel girders and a bright yellow overhead crane, evoking the site’s past as a hub of manufacturing before its closure in 2013.
The industrial corridor of the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin electro-galvanization plant in Liège, Belgium, highlights its desolate charm. Green steel beams and bright yellow safety railings contrast with the muted concrete flooring, reflecting the site’s former functionality and its current state of urban decay.
Decaying machinery and industrial equipment rest untouched in the abandoned ArcelorMittal Marchin electro-galvanization plant in Liège, Belgium. The high glass-paneled ceiling and green steel girders emphasize the vastness of the now-silent hall, once bustling with industrial activity.