Stainless Steel in marine Applications

Marine

Outokumpu's marine grade stainless steel provides a wide range of specialized solutions for the marine sector. From shipbuilding to scrubbers and ballast, the highest levels of corrosion resistance, strength, and reduced weight dimensions make our stainless steel offering a cost-saving essential for your project.

Built to last

Lighter, stronger, and easier to maintain

When it comes to the marine sector, high quality stainless steel is an essential material for safety, functionality, and compliance in both manufacturing and day-to-day operations. 

Thanks to its versatility and strength, marine grade stainless steel fulfills a wide range of purposes in harsh marine environments, and choosing the correct product for your needs is key to achieving the greatest long term benefits.

Outokumpu's focus on high quality, sustainable stainless steel for marine environments has helped us become the industry leader for stainless steel strength and longevity. Our products help you keep costs low across the equipment lifecycle by reducing the need for costly repairs or renovation, and our experts are ready and available to help you choose the right product for your requirements.

Benefits of using Outokumpu's marine grade stainless steel

High strength, lightweight, and reliable

  • High corrosion resistance as required for scrubbers, shipbuilding, and ballast
  • Up to 50% thinner material with specific products for lightweight requirements
  • Long service life with minimal maintenance required 

Compliance as standard

  • The necessary material properties to comply with IMO (International Maritime Organization) regulations
  • Bureau Veritas approval for marine applications (quality, health, safety, and environmental management)
  • DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement) compliance for relevant stainless steel grades

Industry-leading R&D consultaiton

  • Consistently working towards improved sustainability
  • Readily available customer support to ensure your project runs smoothly
  • Consultation to help you choose the right product for your requirements

Marine

Examples of use

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Scrubbers Learn more
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