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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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New manager for BJ Tubular

BJ Services Company has announced that Andy Elliott has been appointed country operations manager – Indonesia for BJ Tubular Services.

Iran and EU in double pact

Iran and EU have signed two memorandums of understanding (MOUs) on energy affairs.

Refinery in Port-Jerome, France

Foster Wheeler France SA has won a contract from Esso Societé Anonyme Française for the main part of the EPCm phase of the PJ21 project for its Port-Jerome Gravenchon refinery in Normandy, France.

Pemex plans gas contracts

After delaying the bidding for controversial new contracts to produce natural gas in northern Mexico, Pemex now expects to award the contracts by mid-2003, a company official has said.

Polyethylene plant in Iran

Pars Petrochemical Company – a wholly owned affiliate of the National Petrochemical Company of Iran – has just awarded Technip-Coflexip and its Iranian partner Nargan, an EPC contract for the design and construction of a low density polyethylene plant for the 9th Olefins Complex at Asaluyeh.

Caspian construction

McDermott Caspian Contractors Inc. has signed contracts for the development of the Azerbaijan sector of the Caspian Sea.

Nuovinox(TM) agreement in Japan

Stelax Industries Ltd (USA) and Sumisho Tekko Hanbai Co. Ltd (Japan) have executed an agreement with Stelax Industries Ltd for exclusive marketing and selling representation in Japan, for Nuovinox™ stainless steel clad products (such as round bars, deformed bars and flat bars).

Cape Town airport wins award

Bryco-Gutco JV has won the Architectural, Building and Construction – Projects category of the Stainless Steel Awards programme, sponsored by Rimex Metals (UK) Ltd.

Iran: gas joint venture

Japan recently reached an agreement with Iran and Qatar that will allow a Japanese consortium a large share in the development of the 2 largest natural gas fields in the world.

Spanish refinery

Foster Wheeler Iberia has won a contract to provide engineering, purchasing and construction services for BP's new generation fuels project at its Castellon refinery in Spain.


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.