By Brian Goldie
Before sitting down for the meal there were pre-lunch refreshments, and time for the guests to meet each other.
After the lunch, the guests were entertained by Gary Richardson. Garry presented the Sunday morning sports programme, Sportsweek on BBC Radio 5 Live until 2019, although he remained a sports presenter on the weekday morning Today show on BBC Radio 4 until September 2024. He gave a very interesting insight into his interviewing of sports stars over the years, after which the President, Yunnan Gao, gave a brief update on the Institute, before a raffle and time for networking. The branch would also like to thank the sponsors, Akzo Nobel, Carboline, Concrete Repairs Ltd, Corrodere, Corrpro Europe, Owens Corning, and Winn and Coales (Denso) Ltd., for supporting this event.
The first technical meeting of 2025 was held on 9th January, when Esteban Amirante of Beasy Ltd. presented “Implementation of a Digital Twin for an Offshore Structure.” Esteban has a degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s in business administration and is the International Business Development Manager at CM BEASY Ltd.
Esteban started by describing the concept of a “Digital Twin” and moved on to how this could be implemented for an offshore structure to revolutionise asset management far beyond simple 3D digitalisation. This innovation promises to transform how assets are managed and decisions are made. The “Digital Twin” provides a digital replica of an offshore asset, enhancing clarity and efficiency in managing corrosion control systems.
He explained that the current corrosion data management is plagued by fragmented data and time-consuming processes, but the “Digital Twin” concept can address these issues by offering a comprehensive, colour-coded visual representation of the asset, where green indicates expected conditions and red signals the need for attention. This tool goes beyond visualisation; it can integrate survey data and predict future performance, ensuring timely intervention and maintenance.
Key features include monitoring sacrificial anode depletion, remaining life, and mass. The “Digital Twin” can plan anode replacements, and predict protection potentials across the entire structure, moving beyond limited survey locations. It aligns with the asset’s lifespan, requiring minimal updates and providing systematic monitoring.
Additionally, the “Digital Twin” serves as an early warning system, predicting anomalies before they occur. It can simulate and explore various scenarios, empowering departments to make informed decisions based on predicted outcomes. This not only streamlines workflows but also unleashes significant cost savings and time efficiency.
In essence, the “Digital Twin” can be an innovative partner, enhancing decision-making and mitigating risks. Esteban concluded by stressing that the concept is not just a tool; it’s way to the future, where decisions are bold, operations are optimised, and risks are identified early.
After a very interesting Q&A session, the Chair thanked Esteban for his presentation, and presented him with an ICorr pen, in appreciation of his talk.
The branch AGM will be held on 13th March, at the slightly earlier time of 6.15 pm and will be followed by a presentation from the Chair, Paul Brooks.
Paul would be pleased to answer any queries on the Branch activities: Please contact him at Londonchair@icorr.org
Photo: Guests Enjoying Christmas Themed Meal.
Photo: Gary Richardson Sharing Insights into His Interviewing of Sports Stars Over the Years.
Photo: Esteban Amirante Delivering His Presentation.
Photo: Paul Brooks Presenting ICorr Pen to Esteban.
