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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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TUBACEX increases order intake by 40%

In the H1 of 2019, the TUBACEX order intake has increased by 40%. Sales amounted to €323.5 M and the EBITDA stood at €33.3 M with a margin of 10.3%, which is higher than the margin in the same period of the previous year.

Doosan Škoda Power to supply steam turbines for TRM

Doosan Škoda Power has been awarded a contract to supply two steam turbine generators with a total capacity of 110 MW for a new power plant to be built at an oil refinery operated by Petroperú.

VINCI secures a contract to build an LNG tank in Canada

A Joint Venture composed of Entrepose Contracting and VINCI Construction Grands Projets, both subsidiaries of VINCI Construction, has been awarded a major contract.

Severstal selected as a supplier of galvanized steel

Severstal PTC has been selected as a supplier of galvanized steel for the production of cabs of new generation trucks, which are produced at the joint venture Daimler KAMAZ Rus.

AK receives an award from US DOE for HPC4Mtls Program

AK Steel announced recently that it has accepted an award from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) High Performance Computing for Materials (HPC4Mtls) Program.

CNNC starts small nuclear reactor demonstration project

China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) has announced the start of its small multipurpose modular reactor (Linglong One) demonstration project at a ceremony in Hainan Free Trade Pilot Zone, on July 18.

US DOE invests USD40 M in R&D projects

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Fossil Energy (FE) selected five projects to receive approximately USD39.9 M in federal funding for cost-shared research and development projects under funding opportunity announcement (FOA), Advanced Technologies for Enhanced Oil Recovery.

A CHP power plant in Jena to reduce CO2 emissions

A consortium made up of MAN Energy Solutions and the general contractor MMEC MANNESMANN GMBH has been tasked with constructing a combined heat and power (CHP) gas engine power plant in Jena, Germany.

Sandvik opens coiled tubing line in China

In July 2019, Sandvik will open a state-of-the-art coiled tubing line for premium grades of seamless stainless-steel products in smaller dimensions at its Zhenjiang tube mill near Shanghai, China.

EPCOR receives the construction approval from OEB

EPCOR Natural Gas Limited Partnership has now received the leave to construct approval from the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) needed to begin construction on a natural gas distribution system for the Southern Bruce region.


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.