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Aceros Arequipa Orders Fourth OTO Tube Mill from Fives
16.06.2026
Peruvian steel producer Aceros Arequipa is expanding its tube production capabilities with a new OTO tube mill from Fives. The turnkey project combines high productivity, advanced automation and state-of-the-art finishing equipment for construction and structural tube manufacturing.
Ultrasound-Based Measurement System Detects Inclusions in Aluminium Melts
12.06.2026
The Fraunhofer Institute for Nondestructive Testing IZFP in Saarbrücken has developed »AloX«, a measurement system that enables the rapid, durable and precise determination of the degree of non-metallic inclusions in aluminium melts.
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Alleima receives major umbilical tubing order
12.06.2026
Alleima has received a major order for advanced umbilical tubes from a global provider of subsea technology to a total value of approximately SEK 995 million. The advanced tubing will be used in one of Indonesia’s major energy projects in recent years.
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Tenaris expands OCTG Experience program to strengthen customer collaboration
09.06.2026
Tenaris has successfully hosted the second edition of its OCTG Experience in the United States, bringing together engineers and procurement specialists from leading energy companies for an immersive two-day workshop focused on OCTG technologies, manufacturing processes and field services.
Steel Slag as Cement Substitute: Tata Steel IJmuiden and Ecocem Deepen Cooperation
05.06.2026
Dutch steel producer Tata Steel IJmuiden and Irish company Ecocem Materials Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand their cooperation on the development and potential use of next-generation steel slags for low-carbon cement, mortar and concrete applications across Europe.
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Searing Industries expands welded tube production with advanced OTO mill technology from Fives
05.06.2026
New automated OTO tube mills, robotic cutting systems and AI-integrated process solutions are helping Searing Industries enhance efficiency and flexibility in welded steel tube manufacturing.
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MAN Industries strengthens global pipe business with acquisition of Saudi pipe producer NPC
02.06.2026
The acquisition of National Pipe Company expands MAN Industries’ manufacturing footprint in the Middle East and enhances its capabilities in large-diameter pipeline solutions for energy and infrastructure projects.
Suez Steel sets new efficiency benchmark in DRI production with ENERGIRON ZR technology
01.06.2026
Suez Steel has achieved a new best value for energy consumption at its Direct Reduction Plant (DRP) based on ENERGIRON Zero-Reformer (ZR) technology. The plant is among the first large-scale industrial applications of this technology and operates with high metallization rates while ensuring direct hot feeding to the meltshop.
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Vallourec secures new deepwater line pipe contracts for ExxonMobil Guyana projects
29.05.2026
Vallourec has been awarded additional line pipe orders by ExxonMobil Guyana Limited for the Hammerhead and Longtail offshore developments. The contracts include advanced subsea insulation and corrosion-resistant coating technologies.
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Tenaris expands European footprint with planned acquisition of Artrom Steel Tubes
26.05.2026
Tenaris has signed an agreement to acquire Romanian seamless pipe producer Artrom Steel Tubes S.A. for €86 million. The move is expected to strengthen the company’s industrial pipe portfolio and manufacturing presence in Europe.