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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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Wood leads JIP regarding SURF IM Network

Wood is leading the industry’s longest joint industry project (JIP) regarding SURF (subsea umbilicals risers and flexibles) facilities integrity management, SURF IM Network.

UAC expands its capacity by another plant in Romania

Universal Alloy Corporation, a supplier of hard alloy extrusions with international orientation, certified according to the strict NADCAP, AS9100, ISO, and PART 21 POA standards, expands its capacity by another plant in Romania.

Indian stainless steel consumption touches 2.5kg/capita

Per capita consumption of stainless steel in India has touched a new peak of 2.5 kg in 2019, against 1.2 kg per capita in 2010, registering an increase of over 100% in a period of just eight years.

MODEC, Mitsui, MOL, and Marubeni to proceed with FPSO

MODEC, Inc. (MODEC), Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Mitsui), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and Marubeni Corporation (Marubeni) have agreed that Mitsui, MOL, and Marubeni will invest in a long-term charter business (the Project) currently promoted by MODEC for the purpose of providing a floating production, storage, and offloading system (the FPSO) for use in the Búzios field off the coast of Brazil.

At the heart of the stainless steel industry

On the 30th of September, John Rowe will be leaving the offices of the International Stainless Steel Forum for the last time, having handed over the role of Secretary General to Tim Collins. In a joint interview, SSWN asked John and Tim to outline the role of the Secretary General and to touch on the challenges facing the stainless industry.

TUBACEX consolidates growth increasing its backlog

Thanks to the continuous increase in TUBACEX order intake month by month, the Group has consolidated its growth with a backlog standing at 40%, above the average for recent years.

SUEZ wins a new contract to recover hazardous waste

SUEZ NWS has announced the award of the contract to recover hazardous waste from a Dongying Industrial Park in Shandong Province, for a cumulative turnover estimated at c.

Karl joins Tata Steel as Chief Commercial Officer

Karl Haider recently takes up the role of Chief Commercial Officer for Tata Steel in Europe to further strengthen the company’s focus on customers.

Outokumpu completes a major investment in Fagersta mill

Outokumpu has completed a major modernization investment in its Fagersta Stainless mill in Sweden. The investment of € 8M enables Fagersta to expand its product portfolio into new high value-added special products; it improves the working environment for the employees and helps to reduce carbon emissions of the mill.

SBM awards contracts for ExxonMobil’s FPSO in Guyana

SBM Offshore announced that ExxonMobil subsidiary Esso Exploration and Production Guyana Limited (EEPGL) has awarded the Company contracts to perform Front End Engineering and Design (FEED) for a Floating Production, Storage and Offloading vessel (FPSO) for the Payara development project located in the Stabroek block in Guyana.


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.