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Our dedicated news department gathers news and press releases from around the world to bring our community the latest developments in the stainless steel industry. Here you can find news involving the people and companies involved in the manufacturer, supply and use of corrosion resistant alloys (CRAs).

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Stainless pressure transmitters for use in Zone 1

Bourdon Haenn has introduced the X910 and X510 series explosion-proof pressure transmitters for use in Zone 1 hazardous areas. Made entirely from stainless steel, the new IP65 units are designed as an alternative to conventional smart pressure transducers for a range of industries.

Daewoo wins gas project

Daewoo Engineering and Construction has won a deal from Nigerian-Agip Oil Company to engage in two gas plant projects for US$80.07 million.

ABB signs for ethylene project in China

ABB said has signed an order for approximately USD 200 million with Shanghai SECCO Petrochemical Company for part of a new USD 2.7 billion petrochemical complex in China.

Stolt Offshore in Nigerian contract

Stolt Offshore SA has announced the award of a contract from Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) in Nigeria for the ForcadosYokri offshore development in the Niger Delta.

Sandvik’s acquisition of Walter AG approved

On 7 September 2001 Sandvik announced in a press release that the Group had reached an agreement with the principal owners of Walter AG, Germany, regarding the acquisition of shares resulting in a controlling interest in the company.

Poyam wins stainless valve contracts

Poyam, the Spanish manufacturer of cryogenic valves, has recently been awarded with a series of orders for cryogenic valves for LNG business.

New CD-ROM stainless passivity

The electro-chemical process behind the passivity of stainless steels is explained in a new CD-ROM by Euro Inox, Brussels.

European steel merger approved

European Commission regulators have given the go-ahead for the combination of Usinor (France), Arbed (Luxembourg), and Aceralia (Spain) to form the world’s largest steel maker, which would topple Nippon (Japan) from the number one spot.

East China Sea gas venture

China's CNOOC Ltd and Sinopec plan to start developing one of China's largest offshore natural gas fields next year - with or without foreign help.

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