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Projects involving stainless steels

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Latest Projects

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 ‘s sales increase 40.3%

TUBACEX continues to have improvements in profits after the Oil & Gas sector has recovered from the worst crisis in its history.

NeSSIE competition to combat offshore corrosion

NeSSIE, short for North Sea Solutions for Innovation in Corrosion for Energy, is a project designed to tap into the existing knowledge of anti-corrosion technology / novel materials solutions in the maritime sector supply chain to develop demonstration projects for offshore renewables in the North Sea.

New Sandvik grade for CERN

On the border between France and Switzerland, at CERN, physicists are working hard to understand the fundamental laws of nature. To succeed, they are using accelerators where particles are set to collide at the speed of light.

Weber Metals debut 60,000 ton forging press

The much anticipated 60,000 ton closed-die forging press, designed by SMS group for Weber Metals Inc. in Paramount, CA, has been inaugurated.

MAN Energy Solutions to build CHP plant in Honduras

MAN Energy Solutions has won an EPC contract to set up a highly efficient, combined heat-and-power (CHP) plant for Progressive Energy, the energy arm of the ElcaTex Group in Choloma, Honduras.

Shell adds new, deep-water production in Brazil

New deep-water production is underway at Lula Extreme South in the Brazilian Santos Basin. Royal Dutch Shell plc, through its subsidiary Shell Brasil Petróleo Ltda.

4D EAGLE® landed at GMH

Georgsmarienhütte (GMH) Germany has placed an order with Friedrich KOCKS GmbH & Co KG, Hilden, Germany, for the supply of a 4D EAGLE® full profile measurement gauge.

Aker Solutions awarded Subsea order in China

Aker Solutions received a notification of award for orders valued at more than NOK 1.7bn from the China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) to provide the subsea production system and umbilicals for the Lingshui 17-2 gas field.

The 9th Steelie award winners announced

The winners of the 9th Steelie Awards were announced at the Annual Dinner of the World Steel Association held recently. The Steelie Awards recognise member companies or individuals for their contribution to the steel industry over a one-year period.

Petrofac JV awarded refinery project in Thailand

Petrofac, the international oil and gas services provider, leading a consortium with Saipem S.p.A. and Samsung Engineering Co Ltd, has received an award notification for Thai Oil Public Company Limited’s Clean Fuels Project on the East coast of Thailand.


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.