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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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Baosteel quits Brazil

China-based Baosteel Group Corp. has announced that it is leaving Brazil after failing to set up a steelworks with Cia Vale do Rio Doce.

Sumitomo acquires

Sumitomo Corp. has announced that it has acquired a 70% stake in the project company which owns and operates the Kwinana power plant in Australia.

Bahru Stainless stone laying ceremony

The foundation stone laying ceremony of the future factory Bahru Stainless was held on the 16th of March.

JIULI wins award

Evonik Degussa , together with its EPC contractor Maison Worley, has awarded JIULI Hi-Tech Metals Co. Ltd with their Preferred Supplier certificate in order to express their thanks to JIULI for outstanding performance for the Degussa MATCH project.

Titanium casting delivered

Norway-based Aero Titanium AS has delivered a massive titanium casting to UK-based Koso Kent Introl Ltd.

Ili Xingyuan iron ore project in progress

Ili Xingyuan Industrial Co. Ltd’s 1 million tonne iron ore plant project has started equipment installation.

UAE: Shuweihat II combined-cycle power plant

Siemens Energy has announced that it has secured an order from Abu Dhabi for construction of the Shuweihat II combined-cycle power plant with integrated seawater desalination facility.

Vietnam: LPG depot and distribution network

In the Quang Ngai province of Vietnam, State-controlled Vietnam Oil and Gas Corp. (Petrovietnam) will begin construction of a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) depot and allied distribution infrastructure at the Dung Quat refinery site.

Stainless brewhouse equipment

TFG Austline, a company of stainless steel fabricators and specialised welders, which is accredited by the Australian Stainless Steel Development Association (ASSDA), has been commissioned to install new brewhouse and fermentation equipment for Little Creatures Brewery, based in Fremantle, Western Australia.

Power order in Kuwait

ABB has won an USD 400 million order from Kuwait’s Ministry of Electricity and Water for 3 new substations to improve the country's electrical transmission grid.


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.