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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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SSY’s seaworthy steel

Drawing inspiration from Viking shipbuilding techniques, Håkan Rosén of SSY has developed a line of lightweight, environmentally-friendly patrol vessels out of two unlikely materials: hyper- and super-duplex stainless steel. The success of these innovative ships has prompted Rosén and his team at SSY to expand into new nautical markets and to look for other ways to apply their groundbreaking manufacturing techniques, all while maintaining a rigorous commitment to ethical business practices.

Baker secures a contract & FNTP for Calcasieu project

Baker Hughes, a GE company announced recently that it has been awarded a contract and granted notice to proceed on the construction of its comprehensive LNG technology solution for Venture Global LNG’s Calcasieu Pass project.

Vår Energi awards Jotun A FPSO contract to Worley

Rosenberg Worley, Worley’s Norwegian subsidiary, has been selected by Vår Energi AS to provide life extension services for their Jotun A FPSO (floating production storage offloading) vessel.

FedDev Ontario support enhance the growth of WPSP

Recently, the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, announced a FedDev Ontario contribution of nearly USD 1.5M to support the growth and market competitiveness of Wellington Perforated Sheet & Plate Inc.

Danieli Automation revamp for Columbus Stainless

Acerinox, a global stainless steel manufacturing group, contracted Danieli Automation for the electrical and automation revamp of the stainless steel slab caster at Columbus Stainless (Pty) Ltd., Mpumalanga, South Africa.

Durfee – recipient of ITA’s Lifetime Achievement Awar

George L. Durfee, a metallurgist who built his career around pioneering applied research projects for the titanium industry at forging company Wyman-Gordon Co., is the recipient of the prestigious 2019 International Titanium Association’s (ITA) “Lifetime Achievement Award.â€? Durfee will be honored at the ITA’s 35th annual TITANIUM USA 2019 conference and exhibition, which will be held Sept.

Clough USA wins petrochemical EPC project in USA

Clough USA announced that it has secured a Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) for a confidential Petrochemical EPC project in the US market.

McDermott secures a FEED contract from PetroLogistics

McDermott International, Inc announced that it has been awarded a sizeable contract by PetroLogistics ll LLC to perform the front-end engineering design (FEED) services for a propane dehydrogenation (PDH) facility planned for the U.S.

ACCIONA wins energy-from-waste contract in Scotland

ACCIONA will construct and operate a waste-to-energy plant in Aberdeen (Scotland) called the Ness Energy Project, with a capacity to treat 150,000 tonnes of waste per year.

The global O&G contract value hits USD42B in Q2 2019

The global oil and gas industry’s total contract value reached USD42bn in Q2 2019, a massive 79% increase on Q1’s value of USD23.4bn according to GlobalData.


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.