Innovation This immense steel reuse programme creatively bridges California’s past with its futureWhen an earthquake forced the demolition of the Bay Bridge’s eastern span, the local community ensured its iconic steel lived on through an imaginative reuse programme.More
Innovation How steel is crucial to Champagne makingFrom the mechanisation of the bottling and storage processes, to the steel caps and cages that help keep the wine fresh and give it its iconic look, steel plays a vital role in Champagne production
Infrastructure Ambitious Crossrail project leans on steel to boost UK transport networksDeep below London a network of tunnels that links both new-build and renovated station infrastructure marks a sea change for transport in the UK’s capital city and beyond
Construction & building Steel-supported tech revolutionises building dampingA steel-built structural damping system could make tall buildings safer in earthquakes and reduce wind sway without taking up valuable floorspace
Construction & building Translucent dome takes centre stage at Expo 2020An ambitious steel trellis dome being constructed over Al Wasl Plaza will form the breathtaking centre point for Expo 2020 Dubai
Automotive The world’s toughest and most versatile vehicle?The Paramount Marauder is a mine-protected vehicle whose steel double-welded monocoque hull gives it immense versatility and protection
Innovation How steel ‘nano’ needles are helping alter brain surgeryMIT researchers have developed a stainless steel nano needle device that can administer drugs to specific brain regions measuring under one cubic millimetre
Construction & building Unique steel observation tower blends into Danish forestA new observation tower of COR-TEN steel and locally-sourced timber blends in with the tree canopy and links to a treetop walk with views over Zealand
Construction & building Reshaping Sydney’s skyline with steelThe recycled steel skeletons of old buildings are being used to construct a new generation of sustainable high-rise towers
Innovation The precision steels that underpin watchmakingThe precise and historic art of mechanical watchmaking relies on the many qualities of steel to deliver enduring and reliable timepieces