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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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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).

Gas to power east African development

The Songo Songo gas field off the Tanzanian coast is the source of a USD 310 million project in which the lead sponsors are the AES Corporation from Arlington, Virginia, and the PanAfrican Energy Corporation based in the Channel Islands.

ABB wins North Sea contract

ABB has won a USD 23 million contract from Statoil of Norway to modify the Sleipner A platform in the North Sea.

AvestaPolarit adds stainless line

AvestaPolarit Oyj Abp (Finland), has placed an order with Siemens Industrial Solutions and Services Group (I&S) for the supply of an automation system and electrical equipment for a new stainless steel production line at the Tornio Steelworks.

Bayer builds petrochemical complex in Shanghai

Germany's Bayer has signed an agreement with China's Shanghai Chemical Industry Park Co. to build a petrochemical complex at a cost of USD 3.1 billion.

Nigerian LNG expansion gets green light

Nigeria LNG Limited has awarded a preliminary letter of intent for the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract of its Trains 4 and 5 expansion project also known as "NLNG Plus", which will add 8 million tons per annum to its LNG production capacity.

LS Power invests in coal-fired stations

LS Power Development LLC has shifted its focus towards the development of new coal-fired power plants.


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.