Klöckner & Co SE is a leading steel and metals distributor with over 260 distribution locations in Europe and North America. In the first half of 2008, the company achieved record results with sales of €3.58 billion, up 12% from the prior year, and EBITDA of €321 million, up 65%. Klöckner expects full year sales over €7 billion and EBITDA over €500 million. The company will continue its strategy of profitable growth through acquisitions and optimization programs to improve purchasing, logistics, and distribution.