This month we are profiling Tony Rizk, developer and tutor of ICorr MIC training course.
Tony Rizk• Chair of ICorr of new ETGB (Engineering Training Governing Board).
PhD corrosion science.
Fellow member of The Institute of Corrosion (FICorr).
Developer and tutor of ICorr MIC training course.
Trainer certification programme, Phases 1 and 2.
Tel: +44 7425 888 108Email: tony.1.rizk@gmail.com
Tony holds a PhD degree in Corrosion Science from the University of Manchester. Has over 30 years of international experience in both research and field investigations. After graduation career started with CAPCIS Ltd, followed by 11.5 years as a Science Specialist at Saudi Aramco Research and Development Centre, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Served as the company main contact point for microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) and led a number of technical committees, focus teams, and failure analyses. Honorary Reader at the University of Manchester between 2018 and 2021. Active member of the Institute of Corrosion (ICorr) and developed the only known certified MIC training course by a recognised professional organisation. Currently chairing ICorr Engineering Training Governing Board (ETGB).
Advocates the use of less toxic and environment friendly chemicals and led a number of classified JIPs and cross company projects. Directed the multi-phase research project to assess the effect of the non-toxic anti-SRB bio-competitive exclusion treatment and authored the reference document “The Effect of Nitrate Anti-Souring Treatment on Corrosion of Mild Steel” that was published by the Energy Institute, London, November 2006, ISBN 978 0 85293 458 6.
Career responsibilities involved the development of young engineers and scientists and the mentoring of employees’ postgraduate students. Qualified trainer with extensive experience both in-house (Saudi Aramco) and at various technical events in Europe and the Middle East.
TÜV Rheinland, founded in 1872, is a global leader in technical services, providing safe and sustainable solutions for the interaction between humans, the environment, and technology. Since 1996, they have offered training and personnel certification in China, being Europe’s largest independent education institute.
TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services Greater China, comprising world-leading experts, delivers technical inspection, testing, and certification for the oil, gas, chemical, petrochemical, energy, power, construction, and process industries worldwide. Their comprehensive services ensure products and equipment meet market requirements, supporting local industries in developing safely and sustainably.
History with ICorr
In collaboration with Argyll Ruane, TÜV Rheinland has successfully introduced ICorr training to China, becoming the sole ICorr training provider in the country in 2018. On-site training can be conducted in coastal cities such as Shanghai, Tianjin, Qingdao, Zhuhai, Qidong, and Zhoushan, where numerous international offshore FSPO and LNG projects are active.
In 2024, ICorr, TÜV Rheinland (China) Ltd., and Argyll Ruane (Sheffield, UK) celebrated 7 years’ collaboration, and have achieved the 1000th Certificates in China. In the same year, Protective Coating Inspector Training Level II and Level III have been delivered by TÜV Rheinland, where all ICorr surface treatment courses are available for the candidates in China by now.
Here is the training schedule in 2025 for information:
2025 Training Schedule:
Training Courses
Schedule
Protective Coating Inspector Level 2
7th-20th April
11th-24th August
20th October-2nd November
Protective Coating Inspector Level 3
May / November
Passive Fireproofing (Epoxy) Inspector Level 2
15th -16th May
28th -29th June
6th -7th September
6th -7th December
Passive Fireproofing (Epoxy) Inspector Level 3
February / August
Insulation Inspector Level 2
28th February – 2nd March
16th -18th May
1st – 3rd August
17th – 19th October
Hot Dip Galvanizing Inspector Level 2
10th -11th May
27th – 28th Sep
TUV China Tutor (Tiger) – Jianjun Hu Teaching to LINK
Contact Details
Room 301, 3F and Room 1203, 12F,
Building C, CATIC Plaza,
No. 15, Ronghua South Road,
Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, Beijing, China
In 2024, the Institute of Corrosion took a significant step toward expanding its reach and promoting the importance of corrosion prevention in the Wales and South-West region of the UK.
With the establishment of the Wales and South-West Regional Branch, ICorr aims to foster greater collaboration and knowledge sharing within this vital area of engineering.
The formation of this regional branch reflects a growing need to address corrosion-related challenges in industries such as petrochemical, manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and marine, which are particularly prevalent in the coastal and industrial regions of Wales and the South-West. The new branch will provide a platform for professionals to gather, exchange ideas, and gain a deeper understanding of corrosion issues, as well as cutting-edge strategies for prevention.
Key Events Held in 2024
Throughout 2024, the Wales and South-West Regional Branch hosted a series of events in cities such as Bristol, Port Talbot, Swansea, and Southampton. These gatherings served as key opportunities for local industry leaders, engineers, and academics to meet, learn, and discuss the latest advancements in corrosion science and technologies. Topics covered included innovative corrosion prevention methods, case studies, and industry best practices aimed at enhancing durability and reducing costs.
In addition to technical presentations and workshops, these events featured networking opportunities, allowing members to connect with peers and potential collaborators. This helped foster a sense of community within the region, strengthening relationships among professionals working in similar fields.
Looking Ahead: Events in 2025
Building on the success of 2024, the Wales and South-West Regional Branch will continue its mission to promote the understanding and prevention of corrosion. With events planned across the region in locations such as Pembroke, Cardiff, Plymouth, Southampton, and Swansea, the branch will ensure its activities are accessible to a wide range of professionals. By rotating event locations, ICORR hopes to reach even more individuals and organisations that may benefit from greater awareness and understanding of corrosion issues and prevention techniques.
These upcoming events will also offer valuable opportunities for learning and collaboration, featuring expert speakers and interactive sessions. The regional branch is committed to addressing the diverse needs of the region.
Strengthening Regional Collaboration
The Wales and South-West Regional Branch of ICORR also aims to work alongside other professional organisations in the region, such as the Southern Joint Branch of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST), the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3), and the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).
By working together with these groups, ICORR seeks to broaden the scope of its events and initiatives, offering a more interdisciplinary approach to corrosion prevention and management. This collaboration will help facilitate knowledge transfer across industries, bringing together professionals from different sectors who may face similar corrosion-related challenges. Additionally, these partnerships will support the development of innovative solutions to complex problems, ultimately advancing the field as a whole.
For more information, contact swchair@icorr.org You can also keep up to date on events by visiting our LinkedIn page; https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12992293/ and our Website page www.icorr.org/wales-and-south-west-branch/please scroll down to Local Technical Programme for Past presentations.
Photo: Delegates at the 2024 Bristol Event.
Photo: Delegates at the 2024 Port Talbot Event that launched the Branch.
The North-West Branch continues to go from strength to strength under the skilful chairmanship of Greg Brown, recruiting new committee members and planning several exciting events for 2025.
Young Engineer Event – 19th February 2025
The Young Engineer Programme is run by ICorr every two years and serves as a great opportunity for early-career engineers/students to gain valuable experience and problem-solving skills. Our 2024 programme has just been completed in London, and our YEP 24 winners will be off to AMPP25 in Nashville very soon: https://ace.ampp.org/home
Last year’s participants dealt with a power plant corrosion-related issue. The winning team designed a solution to the problem. Roger Francis, of RF Materials, implemented the real-life solution.
Our Young Engineer leadership team of Danny Burkle and Izabela Gajewska has confirmed the date of 19th February 2025 for a ‘Follow-up’ event at the University of Manchester to showcase presentations from the winning team and Roger Francis. As in previous North-West Branch events, it’s also proposed that the event will showcase students’ university research presentations. The event will also promote the next intake for YEP in Q4 2025.
The event will take place from 12:30 for lunch. The event is open to all ICorr members, not just Young ICorr participants.
For further information or to confirm your place, please contact nwchair@Icorr.org
Asset Management Joint Event
The North-West Branch was approached to host a joint event with the Institute of Asset Management (IAM). A further meeting of the planning committee is taking place. The date and final arrangements are yet to be confirmed but will be available and circulated in due course, also being posted to the North-West Branch homepage: North-West Branch – Institute of Corrosion.
UK-China Corrosion Summit Dates Confirmed as 3rd-4th September 2025
In a tremendously exciting development for the North-West Branch, ICorr and our Chinese counterpart, CSCP (Chinese Society for Corrosion Protection), are planning to hold the inaugural UK-China Corrosion Summit in Manchester in 2025, following the signing-off of our MoU in China in October 2024 and the successful ICorr (UK) – CSCP (China) Joint Webinar Week in November 2024.
The proposed format is as follows:
The Summit will be a two-day event, consisting of: Day 1: Conference with evening dinner; Day 2: University and industrial visits.
The size of China delegation will be approximately 20-30.
The Technical Programme will be hosted by Manchester University, with an accompanying industrial visit also taking place to Intertek CAPCIS.
ICorr North-West Branch will organising the venue and associated facilities.
North-West Branch will continue to update Corrosion Management and all relevant communication channels. Anyone wishing to express an interest in attending the conference can contact nwchair@icorr.org or president@icorr.org
Committee Meetings
The NW Branch committee normally meets on the 2nd Tuesday on alternate months, at 18:00 (either in person or online, as advised by Chair: nwchair@icorr.org)
Upcoming dates are:
8th April 2025
10th June 2025
12th August 2025
14th October 2025
Branch New Year Get Together
The Committee met in Turtle Bay, NW Manchester, to celebrate their successful 2024 and share a lovely meal before getting down to the work for what promises to be a busy 2025!
Upcoming Events
For more details of upcoming events please visit: www.icorr.org/events/
If you wish to present, please contact: nwchair@icorr.org
Photo: North-West Committee, January 2025 at Turtle Bay, Manchester.
ICorr NE Branch supporting Annual CED Day and Corrosion Awareness Event in Teesside, 24th April 2025
ICorr NE Branch is currently in discussions with Danny Burkle to assist in the running of this event. The assistance might come in the form of helping recommend local presenters to cover relevant subject matter and also providing in-person assistance to help run the day.
The NE Branch aims to provide a very full technical programme of both in-person and online events. Abstracts of potential papers for the North-East Technical Programme are always welcome for consideration, and anyone wishing to present should correspond soonest with the 2024/2025 Chair and Technical Programme Co-ordinator: Matt Fletcher at nechair@icorr.org
To join the NE Branch Event mailing list, please also contact: nechair@icorr.org
Further information about the NE Branch and its past presentations may be found on their website page: North-East Branch – Institute of Corrosion www.icorr.org/northeast/ under Local Technical Programme.
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