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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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Tenova to modernize Marcegaglia’s 20-Hi Mill in Italy

Stainless Steel World Publisher - June 20, 2025

Outokumpu signs a partnership with Alstom

Stainless Steel World Publisher - June 20, 2025

Uniper and thyssenkrupp to develop ammonia cracker

Stainless Steel World Publisher - June 13, 2025

Outokumpu Technology acquires Lurgi Metallurgie

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 5, 2001

Outokumpu Technology Oy will acquire Lurgi Metallurgie GmbH, the world-wide metallurgical technology business of Lurgi AG, for about EUR 52 million.

BP to expand solar production in Spain

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 5, 2001

BP today announced that it has agreed in principle to acquire Agere Systems' semiconductor plant in Madrid as a base for a five-fold expansion of its solar photovoltaic cell manufacturing in Spain.

Technip makes offers for Coflexip and Isis

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 4, 2001

Technip, IFP and Isis have been in discussions for several weeks regarding a possible combination between Technip, Coflexip and Isis.

Cogentrix selects Kvaerner for USA project

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 4, 2001

Kvaerner PLC has been selected by Cogentrix Energy for final negotiations of the turn-key engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for an 810mw power facility being developed by Cogentrix outside Bedford, Indiana, USA.

Foster Wheeler wins Mexican refinery contract

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 4, 2001

Foster Wheeler Energy Ltd has won a front-end engineering and design (FEED), feasibility study and project management contract by Société Anonyme Marocaine de l'Industrie du Raffinage, SAMIR, for the expansion of its Mohammedia Refinery.

Inco chooses prime contractor for Goro project

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 4, 2001

Inco Ltd has announced that its 85%-owned subsidiary, Compagnie des Mines de Xéré (CMX) has reached an agreement in principle for a joint venture formed by Bechtel Overseas Corporation of the United States and Technip France SA of France to act as the prime contractor for construction of the Goro nickel-cobalt project in the French Overseas Territory of New Caledonia.

PSEG Power seeks permit for Bethlehem Energy Cente

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 3, 2001

PSEG Power New York Inc. has submitted an Article X application supplement for its proposed Bethlehem Energy Center (BEC), a 750mw natural gas fired combined cycle power plant.

Lincoln adds three new SP MIG welders

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 2, 2001

The Lincoln Electric Company has added three new models to its line of SP compact MIG wire feeder/welders, these are the SP-135 T, SP-175 T and SP-135 Plus.

Kvaerner wins Sleipner compression project from St

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 2, 2001

Kvaerner PLC has won a contract to upgrade Statoil's Sleipner Vest installations.

Dragados wins Pemex platform contract

Stainless Steel World Publisher - July 2, 2001

Spain's Grupo Dragados was been awarded a USD 200 million contract by Mexican state-owned energy conglomerate Petroleos Mexicanos (Pemex) to build an offshore oil platform, according to a report in Mexican financial daily El Economista.

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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.