The Institute is pleased to announce the appointment of Grant Wright as Surface Treatment Subject Matter Expert and Scheme Manager (STSM). Grant joined us on 1 March 2026 and has recently completed a handover period with Jane Lomas, who is retiring from the role.

Grant brings over 30 years of experience in protective coatings and passive fire protection (PFP). He began his career as an apprentice spray painter before progressing into industrial coatings and metal preparation. Early in his career he worked within the family coatings business, followed by roles covering both automotive and industrial coatings. He subsequently gained 13 years of experience in the energy industry. Grant has extensive hands-on experience and views surface treatment as a complete science, extending far beyond the application of paint. In recent years he served as the focal point for Stork Technical Services on Dana Triton Asset before moving to the role of Fabric Maintenance (FM) Manager for Sonomatic UK projects.

Based in Motherwell, Scotland, Grant currently serves as technical FM lead within KAEFER’s Energy Division, where he leads his own team of Level 3 inspectors. Grant has also been progressing through the Institute’s Engineering Council (EngC) professional registration scheme, supported by Vice President Anthony Setiadi. He initially achieved Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status and is now working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng).Following completion of ICorr training courses and joining the Institute as a TICorr member, Grant progressed to MICorr membership and is now aiming to achieve FICorr in the near future.

Grant is also a valued member of the reformed STGB committee, which has recently been driving a number of key improvements within the institute’s surface treatment training scheme.
He can be contacted in his new role at STSM@icorr.org.

We wish Grant every success in his new responsibilities.Although stepping down as STSM, Jane Lomas will continue to support ICorr through her work on the Council and by delivering her Fundamentals of Corrosion course, with the support of Tony Risk, ETGB Chair. Her next course is scheduled to run from 14 to 18 September 2026.

For course registration or to enquire about other ICorr training courses, please contact admin@icorr.org

ICorr MIC Training Course 12th–16th October 2026

Advance your organisation’s capability in microbial corrosion management with this high impact, ICorr training programme. Designed for professionals in operations, integrity, inspection, management, design, R&D, consultancy, and utilities. The course equips participants to:

• Identify MIC drivers across a wide range of systems
• Implement targeted monitoring, mitigation, and control strategies • Lead investigations supported by robust, defensible evidence
• Influence organisational policies and strengthen MIC governance • Align internal practices with global standards and
best-in-class methodologies

Delivered by a leading subject matter expert and aligned with ICorr recognised competency framework, this course blends technical depth with practical application—empowering participants to protect assets, enhance performance, and drive meaningful organisational improvement. It contributes to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Certification Opportunity

Participants who successfully pass the final examination will earn the ICorr Certified MIC Technologist credential—a globally recognised mark of excellence in microbial corrosion management and a valuable step toward professional chartership.

Venue: ICorr HQ, Northampton, United Kingdom
For further information: Dr Tony Rizk – ETGBchair@icorr.org • Registration: admin@icorr.org

ICorr FOCE (MICorr) Training Course 14th–18th September 2026

Advance your ICorr Professional Membership

This industry leading course provides direct access to professional membership of ICorr, for those with relevant experience. Corrosion management, failures and remediation commonly occur throughout all branches of engineering where metals are part of the structure or process. FOCE is a corrosion course that covers the basic principles of corrosion that are needed by engineers to understand why and how failures occur, actions that can be taken to manage the ongoing corrosion and/or remediate the structure, and options to prevent further corrosion, where possible. The course is presented as a series of modules, starting with essential background information about the corrosion process and then applying the basic principles to common engineering metals, including stainless steel, aluminium, and copper alloys. Both the general and the different types of localised corrosion such as crevices, pitting, bi-metallic corrosion, etc., is considered. Common atmospheric and immersed conditions, re-bar in concrete, high-temperature atmospheres, water treatment, buried pipes, etc are considered to understand corrosion.

Corrosion management strategies, including material selection, cathodic protection, surface preparation, coatings, chemical treatments, inhibitors, etc., are included in the course. The role of the corrosion engineer is described and includes investigation of failed components, inspection, and testing of samples, with practical examples and case histories included in the course notes.

As a classroom-based course, FOCE is provided in English by
an experienced, practicing corrosion consultant. A copy of the training material is provided to each attendee. Questions and active participation are encouraged throughout the course, as many participants enjoy learning about the additional real-life examples that are provided by fellow attendees. Fun quizzes are held each morning so both the candidates and the tutor can assess their progress during the week on an ongoing basis. One-on-one sessions can be arranged where a student has a specific module requirement.

The learning modules are given over four intensive days, and candidates for the examination on the final day are encouraged to revise the material each evening to ensure that they understand the course content. At the end of the course, all attendees are given a Certificate of Attendance, which shows that they have been present for all the modules. After passing the examination, participants receive a Certificate of Achievement, which demonstrates that they have received sufficient corrosion training to apply directly. Previous attendees of the course have ranged from complete beginners in corrosion (zero previous knowledge) to practicing Corrosion Consultants.

Certification Opportunity

Participants who successfully pass the final examination will receive certification towards MICorr Professional Membership and contributes to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Venue: ICorr HQ, Northampton, United Kingdom
For further information: Dr Jane Lomas – ETGBchair@icorr.org • Registration: admin@icorr.org

Joint Corrosion Mechanisms in Stainless Steel

The Corrosion Mechanisms in Stainless Steel course offers a structured, practical overview of stainless steel behaviour in service and the reasons failures arise. The programme begins with key
metallurgy and corrosion principles, then examines the mechanisms most commonly encountered in industry, including tea staining and rouging, general corrosion, pitting and crevice corrosion, selective attack, galvanic corrosion, chloride and caustic stress corrosion cracking, polythionic acid SCC, hydrogen-induced cracking, high-temperature corrosion, microbial corrosion, corrosion under insulation (CUI), erosion corrosion and corrosion fatigue.

For each mechanism, the course outlines how degradation develops, the critical environmental and material factors, how to recognise damage in service, and which grades are most susceptible. Typical plant locations and practical mitigation measures are also covered.

Who Should Attend: Engineers, designers, manufacturers, fabricators, buyers, sales teams, distributors, maintenance and inspection personnel, and quality engineers seeking deeper insight into stainless steel performance in demanding environments.

CPD Certification: Participants receive a CPD approved certificate confirming completion and learning in stainless steel corrosion mechanisms and mitigation.

The course is delivered in collaboration with RTECH and the British Stainless-Steel Association. The next session will be held on 8th October in Birmingham, with additional dates available from mid-May.

Corrosion at Home and its Prevention

Many people assume corrosion is simply “something we have to live with,” but understanding this natural phenomenon is important. Corrosion can lead to:

Health concerns (e.g.,contaminated water from corroded plumbing)

Financial losses (repairing or replacing damaged items)

Aesthetic deterioration (rust stains, tarnished surfaces, degraded equipment)

Reduced functionality and safety (motor vehicles)

The good news is that with the correct choices, corrosion can be controlled, and often prevented, with simple, practical steps. Even basic household chemicals and a bit of common sense can go a long way in maintaining the quality, appearance, and performance of everyday items.

That’s why we’re developing “Corrosion at Home and Its Prevention”, a new awareness course designed to make corrosion science approachable and useful for everyone. The course is now at an advanced stage and has been crafted to support:

• STEM – School and student programmes
• Community groups
• Public awareness programmes
• Anyone interested in protecting their home and belongings

Our aim is to empower people with knowledge that saves money, improves safety, and reduces waste, all while making science engaging and accessible.

More details will be shared soon by our growing Institute of Corrosion (ICorr). Corrosion may be everywhere, but with the right understanding, it doesn’t have to be a problem.

ETGB Corner – Chair’s Opening Remarks

I’m pleased to share an update on our ongoing work to strengthen and expand ICorr training portfolio. High quality, industry relevant training remains central to our mission, and the ETGB continues to focus on developing programmes that support both the profession and the wider civic community.

This month, we are delighted to introduce two courses. The first is Corrosion Mechanisms in Stainless Steel, a joint, focused and technically rich programme designed to deepen understanding of stainless steel behaviour across a range of industrial environments. The second is the newly reviewed Corrosion at Home and Its Prevention course, scheduled for rollout in Q3 of 2026. This updated version reinforces our commitment to making corrosion awareness accessible to the wider public, helping individuals make informed decisions and enhance safety in everyday settings.

We are also keen to broaden participation in course development. There is a valuable opportunity for experienced corrosion professionals to share their knowledge and help shape future training modules. Equally, we encourage young engineers, scientists, and those pursuing chartership or continuing professional development (CPD) to engage with these programmes as a way of strengthening their technical foundation and advancing their careers.

As always, the ETGB remains committed to delivering training that reflects the highest standards of professionalism, relevance, and technical excellence. We look forward to continued collaboration across the community as we build the next generation of corrosion-related learning.

For anyone interested in developing a corrosion-related course or registering for upcoming training, please contact Dr Tony Rizk at ETGBChair@icorr.org