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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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Chevron announces first oil from big foot project

Chevron Corporation announced that the Chevron-operated Big Foot deepwater project, located in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, has started crude oil and natural gas production.

YPF awards EXMAR long-term contract to export LNG

EXMAR NV of Belgium and YPF of Argentina announce the signing of a firm, ten-year agreement to deploy EXMAR’s barge-based floating LNG liquefaction unit (FLNG) currently known as Caribbean FLNG to produce and export LNG from the Vaca Muerta source at the Neuquén Basin in Argentina.

BSOG sign 10 year gas sale agreement with ENGIE

Black Sea Oil & Gas SRL (BSOG) together with its co-venture partners, Petro Ventures Resources SRL (Petro Ventures) and Gas Plus International B.

Subsea 7 awarded agreement extension offshore UK

Subsea 7 S.A. announced the award of a sizeable three-year extension of an existing DSVi frame agreement, with seven North Sea clients: Chevron North Sea Limited, Dana Petroleum (E&P) Limited, Hess Denmark APS, Nexen Petroleum U.

Yamal LNG commenced third LNG train production

PAO NOVATEK announced that its joint venture Yamal LNG has commenced initial production of LNG at the plant’s third LNG train.

Wabag secures Rs. 600 crore order in Tunisia

VA Tech Wabag Ltd, a pure play water technology Indian Multinational Company has secured Rs. 600 crore worth order from Societe Nationale D’exploitation Et De Distribution Des Eaux, Tunisia (SONEDE) towards engineering, supply and construction of a Sea Water Desalination plant of 50 MLD capacity in Tunisia.

Anadarko announces leadership changes

Anadarko Petroleum Corporation announced that Bob Gwin, formerly Executive Vice President (EVP), Finance and CFO, has been named President.

McDermott awarded conceptual & engineering contract

McDermott International, Inc. announced a contract award for concept and engineering services for Talos Energy Inc. for the Zama field development project, the first offshore Mexico block awarded to a private operator.

Praxair LTA to supply Fulcrum’s Sierra BioFuels plant

Praxair, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Linde plc, announced that it has signed a long-term agreement to supply oxygen to Fulcrum BioEnergy’s Sierra BioFuels Plant in Storey County, Nevada.

Coral South: expanding Africa’s role in LNG

The Rovuma Basin, situated on the northern coast of Mozambique, has proven to hold significant gas reserves. In June 2017 the Coral South LNG project was launched, targeting the so-called Area 4 above the basin. As from 2022, 3.4 million tons of gas will be liquefied annually by a conglomerate.


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.