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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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Marathon plans gas line in North Sea

Marathon Oil is planning a pipeline to move natural gas from the North Sea into the UK.

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.

Kvaerner secures contracts in China

Kvaerner has announced that its Asia Pacific operations have been awarded contracts valued at USD 12 million in China for the Panyu Field Development in the South China Sea.

AvestaPolarit launches new website

AvestaPolarit launched a new website on 25 February.

Bethlehem names Vice President

Bethlehem Steel Corp. has announced the appointment of Charles W. Campbell Jr. to Vice President, Public Affairs, effective 1 March 2002.

Serbia energy projects

Serbia is seeking international loans and offer joint ventures and BOT (build-operate-transfer) projects in a bid to revive its energy sector and stabilise electricity, gas and fuel supplies.

VaxGen to build AIDA vaccine plant

VaxGen Inc. and a group of South Korean investors have announced the formation of a joint venture, which will invest approximately USD 120 million to build and operate a facility in Incheon, South Korea, to manufacture VaxGen's AIDS vaccine.

Granulated sulphur in Kazakhstan

The US-Kazakh Tengizchevroil oil-extracting joint venture, which is developing the major Tengiz oilfield in the western Atyrau Region, Kazakhstan, will commission two industrial facilities to produce 2800 tonnes of granulated sulphur a day by the end of 2002.

Pakistan and Iran sign pipeline pact

Pakistan and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding to undertake a pre-feasibility study for a proposed 2600km Iran–India gas pipeline after a second day of talks on the project.

BP to develop Aspen discovery

BP has announced an agreement with Nexen Petroleum USA Inc. that will bring BP's Aspen (Green Canyon, Gulf of Mexico) discovery into production by the end of this year.


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.