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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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Hydrometallurgical processing plant

Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd and local partner Nickel Asia Corp. are eyeing a bigger investment in a nickel plant project in Surigao del Norte.

Large solar installations in Germany

RGE Energy AG is partnering with BP Solar in planning one of the world's largest solar projects.

Israel: Jordan Valley power plant

Kardan NV a subsidiary of Tahal Water Energy Ltd has been granted a conditional license from the Ministry of National Infrastructures to build a 300MW pumped storage power plant at Kochav Hayarden in the Jordan valley at an investment of EUR 225 million.

Oil price may be above USD 150 in 2-3 years

Saudi Arabian Oil Minister Ali al-Naimi warned the top energy companies at the G8 in Rome that the price of oil may increase to above USD 150 a barrel.

Stainless steel for Heron Tower

Construction work on Heron Tower is progressing meter-by-meter following the sinking of the 25m foundation piles.

Russia: oil refinery in the Far East

Rosneft Oil Co. OJSC (Moscow, Russia) has announced plans to develop a USD 14 billion petrochemical refinery in the Primorye region of Russia off the Pacific Coast.

USA: biomass facility at SRS

The U.S. Department of Energy has tasked Ameresco Federal Solutions Inc. of Knoxville, Tennessee, with the department's largest Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) to construct one of the largest biomass facilities in the country at the Savannah River Site.

USA: solar-power plant

An Arizona power provider is teaming up with two companies to build a USD 1.5 billion solar-power plant west of Phoenix that could help it surpass a state-imposed alternative-energy requirement.

Metso supplies recovery boiler

Metso will supply Phoenix Pulp & Paper Public Co. Ltd with a recovery boiler to the company’s pulp and paper mill in the Khon Kaen province located in the NE part of Thailand.

Mozambique: Riversdale coal project

Australia-based Riversdale Mining has signed a contract with Mozambique's government for its USD 800 million Benga coal project in the southern African country.


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.