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Projects involving stainless steels

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This section provides the latest news updates on a variety of world-wide tenders, projects, expansions contracts and acquisitions for stainless steel and related products.

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East Pipes setup SAR 48M production line for HSAW pipes

East Pipes setup SAR 48M production line for HSAW pipes

East Pipes Integrated Company has signed contracts for a new line to produce Helical Submerged Arc Welded Pipes
SMS group signs a major contract with Qinghai Xigang

SMS group signs a major contract with Qinghai Xigang

SMS Group signed a contract with Qinghai Xigang New Materials for the upgrade of their PSM380 precision sizing mill
TCL USA expands in North America with WV chemical plant

TCL USA expands in North America with WV chemical plant

TCL Specialties is building Petrochemical and Fine chemicals/Food ingredients plants in West Virginia, USA
Toyo secures a contract for Angola’s urea plant

Toyo secures a contract for Angola’s urea plant

Toyo Engineering Corp has been awarded the construction of a urea production plant in Angola by Amufert
Tubacex secures a € 40M contract from Petrobras

Tubacex secures a € 40M contract from Petrobras

Tubacex has been awarded a new strategic contract by Petrobras for the supply of premium materials to support gas extraction operations.
Stamicarbon to upgrade Hulunbeier’s Urea Plant in China

Stamicarbon to upgrade Hulunbeier’s Urea Plant in China

Stamicarbon has been selected to provide the Process Design Package to upgrade the Hulunbeier urea plant in Hulunbuir (China)
MLGW begins Natural Gas Pipeline Modernization Project

MLGW begins Natural Gas Pipeline Modernization Project

Memphis Light, Gas and Water is beginning a modernization project to improve the pipeline distribution of natural gas in South Memphis
SIJ plans to build a steel plant in Saudi Arabia

SIJ plans to build a steel plant in Saudi Arabia

The Slovenian metallurgical group SIJ (Slovenska Industrija Jekla) plans to build a € 1.5bn plant in Saudi Arabia to produce electric steel and high-quality...
Kinder Morgan builds Trident Intrastate for LNG Sector

Kinder Morgan builds Trident Intrastate for LNG Sector

Kinder Morgan will build a 1.5-Bcf/d natural gas pipline, the Trident Intrastate, to move gas from the Houston area to Port Arthur, Texas.
TechnipFMC secures a substantial contract from Shell

TechnipFMC secures a substantial contract from Shell

TechnipFMC has been awarded a contract by Shell Nigeria to supply Subsea 2.0® production systems for the Bonga North development


Stainless steel is a versatile material that finds applications in various industries and everyday products due to its desirable properties. Here are some common applications for stainless steel:

Architecture and Construction: Stainless steel is used in building structures, bridges, facades, and roofing due to its durability, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal.

Medical and Pharmaceutical Equipment: Stainless steel is used in surgical instruments, medical devices, and equipment due to its excellent sterilization capabilities, biocompatibility, and resistance to corrosion and staining.

Chemical and Petrochemical Industry: Stainless steel is utilized in the construction of tanks, pipes, valves, and fittings for handling corrosive chemicals, acids, and gases. It ensures product purity, longevity, and prevents contamination.

Food and Beverage Industry: Stainless steel is widely employed in food processing equipment, brewing systems, storage tanks, and food preparation surfaces due to its corrosion resistance, ease of cleaning, and hygienic properties.

Energy and Power Generation: Stainless steel is used in power plants, nuclear reactors, and renewable energy applications like solar panels and wind turbines. It provides strength, durability, and resistance to high temperatures and corrosion.

Aerospace and Aviation: Stainless steel is utilized in aircraft components, including structural parts, fasteners, and engine components. It offers lightweight strength, high-temperature resistance, and corrosion resistance.

Marine and Coastal Applications: Stainless steel is employed in shipbuilding, offshore platforms, and coastal infrastructure due to its excellent corrosion resistance in saltwater environments.