Infrastructure Africa’s data revolution is underpinned by steel A steel-built network of data centres is being constructed in Africa, revolutionising the continent’s internet speeds.More
Innovation Stainless steel bottles offer sustainable and healthy alternative As worldwide concerns over the impact of plastic waste on the environment continue to grow, the spotlight has fallen on the sustainability and health effects of bottled water
Innovation How steel is crucial to Champagne making From 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 networks Deep 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 damping A 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 2020 An 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 surgery MIT 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 forest A 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 steel The recycled steel skeletons of old buildings are being used to construct a new generation of sustainable high-rise towers