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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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Fertiliser complex for Turkmenistan

Gap Insaat of Turkmenistan, a subsidiary of Calik Holding of Istanbul, Turkey, has commissioned Krupp Uhde with the design and construction of a natural gas-based fertiliser complex comprising an ammonia plant and an urea plant.

ThyssenKrupp Nirosta wins casting award

ThyssenKrupp Nirosta GmbH (Krefeld, Germany), has won the “Milestonesâ€? award from the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia in the major corporations section of the “New Technologiesâ€? category.

Statoil awards contracts

Statoil has awarded contracts for the Kristin and Mikkel gas and condensate fields in the Norwegian Sea.

Akzo Nobel Coatings expands in Italy

Akzo Nobel Coatings is investing EUR 12 million in its powder coatings facility at Cernobbio, Italy.

Saudi gas expansion

Technip-Coflexip has been awarded, by Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco), a major lump sum turnkey contract for the expansion of the Berri gas plant to handle additional output of sour gas from the Qatif field now under development.

Hyundai wins Nigerian oil project

South Korea's Hyundai Heavy Industries, the world's largest shipbuilder, has won a USD 480 million contract to build oil facilities in Nigeria.

FMC sells subsea solutions offshore Brazil

FMC Technologies has announced that its FMC Energy Systems business has been awarded contracts valued at USD 16 million to supply sub-sea production solutions for Petrobras and Halliburton KBR offshore Brazil.

LineBuilders.com hits a user milestone

LineBuilders – a communication tool to access steel industry technology and to assist in project tracking – now has more than 1000 registered users on its website.

Rolls-Royce lands Italian contract

Rolls-Royce has won a major power generation equipment contract in Italy, to supply two highly energy-efficient co-generation units with a heat recovery system for the Olivetti Multiservices’ industrial area of Ivrea (Turin).

Piping brochure

Trouvay & Cauvin has produced the 2001 edition of its piping brochure.


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.