Innovation The time machine made of steelAlmost half the world's population still wash their clothes by hand, and this arduous chore largely falls to women and girls. Najot Sawhney founded the Washing Machine Project and created…More
Innovation How steel helped usher in the era of rock and rollFrom its use in acoustic steel guitars in the 1930s, to modern pick-ups and guitar strings, steel has played a central role in the evolution of popular music
Innovation Victorinox steel gives iconic Swiss Army Knife its edgeReimagined for the 21st century, this instantly-recognisable pocketknife has Victorinox steel at the heart of its enduring appeal
Innovation Maraging steel delivers world’s finest fencing bladesDue to its strength, flexibility and extreme toughness, professional fencers will only compete using swords made from maraging steel
Automotive Future mobility solutions will have steel at their heartAs the world’s mobility systems undergo profound changes, providers will continue to be reliant on steel to help overcome a number of key challenges
Construction & building Steel-built rides bring thrills to theme parks across the globeOne of the world’s most prestigious rollercoaster and ride manufacturers is reliant on steel to move people in new and exciting ways in some of the world’s biggest theme parks
Infrastructure Steel underpins infrastructure at World Cup in JapanThe story of Japanese rugby city Kamaishi provides a humbling backdrop to a World Cup powered by steel
Construction & building World’s longest zipline built on steelA new tourist site in the UAE relies on the enduring properties of steel for the longest zipline in the world, resulting in a unique and thrilling experience
Construction & building New modular system could transform constructionThe Snap Interlock Module System (SIMS) is an elegant, steel-built innovation that could shake up modern construction methods
Automotive Steel helps power the vehicles of the futureAs the next wave of electric vehicles (EVs) begins to hit the roads, steel is set to play a vital role in the chassis, engines and charging stations that will power the cars of the future