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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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Carsten Trentau is new Head of Sales OEM at KEMPER

KEMPER GmbH is intensifying its activities in the OEM sector. As the new Head of Sales OEM, Carsten Trentau is now responsible for the Automation sector at the extraction technology specialist from Germany.

Chevron’s ultramodern LNG fleet

Chevron’s six newest liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers feature stainless steel containment tanks specially designed to reduce boiloff during transport. As global exports of natural gas continue to rise at a record-setting pace, the enhanced efficiency of Chevron’s new vessels will help the company remain competitive in an increasingly crowded market.

Garrison Crossing built with UR duplex stainless steel

As the city of Toronto keeps expanding, accessibility and connectivity are becoming key topics. To ensure a connection between downtown Toronto and the neighborhood of Fort York, the Garrison Crossing was built with UR 2205 Duplex stainless steel from ArcelorMittal Industeel.

PKN plans to build a visbreaking unit at Płock refiner

PKN ORLEN has plans to build a new visbreaking unit on a turnkey basis to maximize yields of high-margin products across its Płock refinery.

Nuclear scientist focuses on stress corrosion cracking

Dr. So Aoki is a research scientist at the Japan Atomic Energy Agency. For the past five years, he has researched the stress corrosion cracking mechanism of low carbon stainless steels used in light water reactor environments.

Capstone secures 1 MW flare gas project with Ecopetrol

Capstone Turbine Corporation the clean technology manufacturer of microturbine energy systems, announced recently that it secured its first-ever flare gas project in Colombia with Ecopetrol.

ADB signs a $180M agreement with Gulf PD

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Gulf PD Company Limited (Gulf PD) recently signed a USD180 M agreement to build and operate a 2,500-megawatt (MW) combined cycle gas turbine power plant in the Rojana Rayong 2 Industrial Park of Thailand’s Rayong Province, about 150 km southeast of Bangkok.

New research alliance for additive manufacturing

Together with the Swiss technology group Oerlikon and the industrial gas manufacturer Linde, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has entered into a research alliance for additive manufacturing (AM).

New DNV GL RP on subsea welding to improve quality

A new recommended practice (RP) to standardize operator requirements for welding and inspection of subsea equipment, has been published by DNV GL.

Técnicas secures an EPC contract from Suncor

Técnicas Reunidas has been awarded, in a 50% partnership with Ledcor Group, a contract by Suncor for the engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and testing for the installation of two assigned MHPS 501JAC gas turbines.


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.