BlueScope AGM held in shadow of Port Kembla steelworks fatality, minute’s silence held

A workplace fatality has overshadowed BlueScope's annual general meeting in Wollongong, where shareholders and executives observed a minute of silence for the young man killed at the Port Kembla steelworks.

Outgoing CEO Mark Vassella described it as a tragedy.

"Unfortunately an incident occurred, and a fatality has resulted to a young man who was working on the Number Six blast furnace," he said.

"We're obviously deeply saddened by the incident, and our condolences go to his family, friends, colleagues, our workers at BlueScope and first responders," he said.

" This is an awful time. "

He said the steelmaker was cooperating with investigations and acknowledged the profound impact the death has had on the workforce and broader community.

Incoming CEO Tania Archibald, who will take o