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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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L. & T. may bid to build India power plant

Larsen & Toubro Ltd may bid for construction of a nuclear power plant to be built by the Indian government, with support from Russia, in Tamilnadu state, a company official has said.

Kvaerner secures contracts from Shell UK

Kvaerner has been awarded a Frame Agreement from Shell UK Exploration and Production, for the supply of subsea umbilicals.

Co-generation project in Monterrey

Tractebel de Mexico, the North American subsidiary of Tractebel, has announced its entry into the high-growth Mexican electricity sector through its investment in a 245mw natural gas-fired co-generation facility located near Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico.

BP signs Crazy Horse Hull contract

BP has signed a Letter of Intent with Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Company, Ltd of South Korea for detailed design, fabrication and transport of a semi-submersible unit for the Crazy Horse project in the Gulf of Mexico.

Germany and China undertake joint venture

Shanghai Krupp Stainless Co. Ltd (SKS) began production on 2 November 2001, with a range of cold-rolled stainless steel products.

Posco local area heated with plant waste-heat

Posco has succeeded in developing the first domestic use of heat generated from industrial sites as a source to heat local areas.

Foster Wheeler wins Nigerian project

Foster Wheeler Ltd. has announced that its subsidiaries in the UK and Nigeria have been awarded a USD 20 million, front-end engineering and design (FEED) contract by Chevron Nigeria Ltd (CNL) for a gas-to-liquids (GTL) project.

Vietnamese gas-to-power

Three planned gas-to-power projects in Southern Vietnam will require USD 5.5 billion in investments during the next six years, a senior executive from Vietnam Oil & Gas Co., or PetroVietnam, has said.

Robotic welding of pressure vessels

At the Eynsham factory of Oxford Magnet Technology, 750 liquid helium-filled vessels are produced each year for housing the superconducting magnet that forms the heart of magnetic resonance imaging systems for body and brain scanners.

Integris Metals formed

Alcoa Inc. and BHP Billiton have completed the merger of Alcoa's metals distribution business, Reynolds Aluminum Supply Company (RASCO) and BHP Billiton Group's North American metals distribution business (Vincent Metal Goods in the USA and Atlas Ideal Metals in Canada).


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.