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Projects involving stainless steels

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Latest Projects

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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GME4 project in Brazil

India-based iron ore mining companies and China-based steel mills have been the first to show interest in Brazil's giant PI4 iron ore deposits.

BJ completes precommissioning services

BJ Services Co. has completed a major contract to provide precommissioning services for Technip on the MA-D6 oilfield development offshore India.

More enviornmentally friendly power plant

Calpine Corp. has been working in cooperation with The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) to respond to comments submitted by a number of environmental and local public interest groups, including the Sierra Club and EarthJustice, regarding the company’s proposed 600MW Russell City Energy Center to be built in Hayward, California.

Stainless steel CR project

On 12 June an energy medium signing ceremony was held for Benxi Steel's Stainless CR project in the Development and Reform Commission of Dandong city, Liaoning province, marking the completion of the prophasic preparation for the project.

Climate Action Recognition Programme

The World Steel Association (worldsteel) launched its Climate Action recognition programme on 23 June 2009.

AsiaTAC Meeting

MTI has announced that its 2009 AsiaTAC Meeting (formerly named SinoTAC) will be held at the Renaissance Zhongshan Park Hotel in Shanghai on 23–25 September of this year.

India: captive power plant

Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) has secured another contract from Indian Oil Corp. (IOC) for setting up a captive power plant at its Barauni Refinery Complex.

Solar project in Sahara Desert

A 20 company consortium have announced plans for a pioneering USD 550 billion project to build solar farms in the Sahara desert that will help power European households.

India: coal-fired thermal power plant

Coal India Ltd (CIL) and NTPC Ltd are expected to sign an agreement next month to build a 4000MW pithead coal-fired thermal power plant in Brahmani, Jharkhand.

Germany: waste-to-energy incineration facility

Impregilo’s German subsidiary Fisia Babcock Environment GmbH, a constructor of thermal waste treatment and flue gas cleaning plants, had been awarded a new engineering and construction contract by the city of Berlin for a waste-to-energy incineration facility.


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.