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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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DOE announce $36M for high-temperature material project

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced USD 36M in awards for 18 projects as part of the High-Intensity Thermal Exchange through Materials and Manufacturing Processes (HITEMMP) program, as well as the final OPEN+ Cohort, High-Temperature Devices.

PTTEP awards OCTG contract to Vallourec in Myanmar

PTTEP, Thailand's national oil exploration & production company, awarded Vallourec the contract to deliver over 3,000 tons of OCTG for its Myanmar M9 West exploration well; a challenging HP/HT (high pressure/high temperature) offshore field in the Gulf of Martaban, approximately 300km from Yangon.

Saipem awarded $220M onshore drilling contracts

Saipem has been new awarded new contracts, and extensions to other already existing contracts, in Onshore Drilling worth approximately USD 220M in total.

Stainless water tanks for ultramodern diving school

Gpi recently had the honour of supplying two large stainless steel water tanks for a very unusual project. The tanks will be used at a dive training school in the Netherlands. The Dutch tank fabricator shared some insights into this challenging project.

JSL leads digital innovation in manufacturing industry

Jindal Stainless has become one of the early organizations to migrate to BW/4HANA, one of the world’s fastest data warehouse and reporting system.

MISIS develops unique material for Nuclear Reactor

Materials science specialists from the National University of Science and Technology MISIS, have developed a unique three-layer steel-vanadium-steel material that can withstand temperatures of up to 700 degrees Celsius for prolonged periods, as well as high radiation levels, mechanical stress, and aggressive chemicals.

India needs alternative for sustainable infrastructure

The tragic Mumbai CST foot-over-bridge collapse has once again brought the country’s aging civic infrastructure in the light.

Titanium Corporation awarded $50M grant funding

Titanium Corporation Inc. is pleased to announce that the Company has been selected as a successful applicant under the Government of Canada’s Low Carbon Economy Fund Challenge (LCEF) and NRCan’s Clean Growth Program (CGP) and Emission Reduction Alberta’s (ERA’s) Partnership Intake Program for a total of USD 50M toward the next phase of the Company’s Creating Value from Waste™ (CVW™) Horizon project.

Ambitious pipe stockholder appoints UK MD

Special Piping Materials, the stockholder and supplier of pipes, fittings, and flanges has appointed Alex Forth as the new Managing Director in the UK, as well as Regional Director for Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

thyssenkrupp wins major order for a fertilizer complex

thyssenkrupp’s plant engineering business has won a major order from the Egyptian chemical and fertilizer manufacturer NCIC (El Nasr Company for Intermediate Chemicals).


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.