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Projects involving stainless steels

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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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Kunyin plans an output of 500,000 tons of projects

Kunyin Industrial Park of Kuncai Technology plans to build an annual output of 500,000 tons of automotive-grade, cosmetic-grade titanium dioxide and iron oxide projects, which will become China's major high-end titanium chloride white, iron oxide research and development, production, sales integrated enterprise.

Toshiba ESS secures an EPC contract from VPCL

Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation (Toshiba ESS) recently announced that the four-party consortium of Toshiba ESS, IHI Corporation, CTCI Corporation, and Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction has won an EPC contract from Van Phong Power Company Limited (VPCL), a Vietnamese company invested in by Sumitomo Corporation, and has started construction work for the Van Phong 1 Coal-Fired Power Plant in Vietnam.

Nexans secures a contract from McDermott

McDermott Marine Construction Limited has awarded a contract to Nexans for the supply of approximately 100 km subsea umbilicals and accessories for the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim natural gas project offshore Mauritania and Senegal.

Petrofac awarded Central North Sea contract

Petrofac has been awarded a well plugging and abandonment contract with independent energy company, Hess Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hess Corporation.

PetroChina adopts a heavy oil processing technology

Honeywell announced recently that PetroChina Guangdong Petrochemical Company will adopt advanced heavy oil processing technology from Honeywell UOP for its integrated petrochemical complex in China.

GE selected as lifecycle partner for a refinery plant

GE Steam Power has been selected by Orlen to deliver a full life cycle power generation package for its Plock refinery plant which includes a new steam turbine generator set, Predix Asset Performance Management (APM) software and Industrial Managed Services, as well as a 10-year Multi-Year Agreement (MYA).

Greater Enfield produces oil via Ngujima-Yin (FPSO)

Woodside advised that on 25 August 2019, the Greater Enfield Project produced first oil through the Ngujima-Yin floating production storage and offloading vessel (FPSO).

TechnipFMC secures an iEPCI™ contract for PowerNap

TechnipFMC has been awarded a significant integrated Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation (iEPCI™) contract by Shell for the PowerNap project, located in the Gulf of Mexico.

MGX announces continuous operations at Oilsands project

MGX Minerals Inc. announced that the engineering partner PurLucid Treatment Solutions (PurLucid) has reported commissioning of its first high salinity brine treatment system.

MAN to commence two CHP plants in Chemnitz

MAN Energy Solutions has been commissioned to build two engine-powered combined heat and power (CHP) plants in the city of Chemnitz by the energy service provider eins energie in sachsen.


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.