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A Significant professional milestone and a landmark for ICorr
The Institute of Corrosion (ICorr) is delighted to announce the successful completion of its first direct assessment for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration, marking an important milestone in the Institute’s professional registration programme. We are proud to...
Engineering Intelligence: Creating Impact Through Knowledge, Leadership and Mentoring
As we approach International Women in Engineering Day on the 23rd of June, this year’s theme – Engineering Intelligence – resonates strongly with me. While often associated with technical expertise and problem-solving, it also reflects curiosity, adaptability,...
Eurocorr 2026
Join us for the 67th Corrosion Science Symposium at EUROCORR 2026 ICorr’s Corrosion Science Division (CSD) is organising the 67th Corrosion Science Symposium (CSS). This year, our CSS will feature as a dedicated specialist session within EUROCORR 2026, taking place...
Beyond the Games: Hidden Corrosion Challenges in Mass Transportation Systems
Big sporting events mean big crowds and the need for mass transportation systems. In many cities this need has recently been met by retrospectively fitting light rail and tram systems into existing and older city infrastructure. As you travel on these electric rail...
Authenticating ICorr Membership and Certification
Ensuring Confidence in ICorr Professional Credentials ICorr is committed to maintaining the integrity and credibility of its professional memberships and certifications. These credentials represent recognised standards of competence, professionalism, and commitment...
Celebrating Volunteers’ Week 2026
As we celebrate Volunteers' Week, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to all our volunteers across the Institute of Corrosion. "ICorr's success is built on the dedication of volunteers who generously share their knowledge, experience and time. Their...
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ICorr President Represents the Institute at 2026 Global Corrosion Science Summit in Beijing
ICorr joins international leaders in corrosion to advance AI-enabled corrosion education, international collaboration and the development of the next generation of corrosion professionals. The President of the Institute of Corrosion (ICorr), Dr Yunnan Gao, represented...
Institute of Corrosion Sponsors AIMCS EXPO 2026
The Institute of Corrosion (ICorr) is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the 4th Middle East Asset Integrity Management Conference & Showcase (AIMCS EXPO 2026), taking place alongside the Upstream Digital Technology (UDT) Conference on 22–23 September 2026 at...
ICorr Welcomes New Member: C-Cube International
ICorr is pleased to announce that C-Cube International has joined the Institute as a new Sustaining Member.Photo: C-Cube International CEO, Mr Tje Wei Hu (Middle) and Wood PLC Engagement Lead, Mr George Winning (Right) with ICorr President Dr Yunnan Gao at AMPP Italy...
Industry News
TotalEnergies Joins Forces with Air Liquide to Decarbonise its Refineries in Northern Europe with Green Hydrogen
Paris, February 18, 2025 – In line with its 2030 ambition to decarbonise the hydrogen used in its European refineries, TotalEnergies has signed agreements with Air Liquide to develop two projects in the Netherlands, for the production and delivery of some 45,000 tons...
TotalEnergies and Partners Inaugurate Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm
During a ceremony held in Taipei, TotalEnergies and its partners announced the successful inauguration of the Yunlin offshore wind farm in Taiwan, which is now fully operational and generating renewable electricity at its planned capacity of 640 MW. It will power...
BP and XRG Close Deal to Launch New Joint venture with Arcius Energy
bp, ICorr Corporate member and XRG today announced they have reached financial close and completed formation of their new joint venture and international natural gas production and marketing platform – Arcius Energy. Announced in February 2024, Arcius Energy is 51%...
Innovative Products
Winn & Coales (Denso) Ltd announce the launch new pipeline coating
Winn & Coales (Denso) Ltd have introduced a new product to the Denso product line, Denso Bore-Wrap™, pipeline coating. According to the company, Denso Bore-Wrap is an abrasion resistant Outerwrap (ARO) which has outstanding performance against impact, gouge,...
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Ask the Expert
Question: When should you use corrosion resistant alloys in upstream production? CM Answer: This is a wonderfully simple question that does not have a simple answer. Corrosion Resistant Alloys can be an excellent material choice for combatting corrosion and they are...
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The questions in this issue feature insulated stainless steel pipework, and transporting CO2 Question: Should 304 stainless steel pipework be coated prior to insulation? CM Answer: Corrosion under insulation in austenitic stainless steel manifests itself in the form...
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The question in this issue features the type of coating needed for the internal protection of an above ground storage tank. Question: What type of generic coating is required to protect the inside of a tank containing a liquid with pH ranging from 2-13, and operating...
Fellows Corner
Recognising “hidden” formicary (ant nest) corrosion
Formicary, [1] or ant-nest corrosion [2] – based upon the similarity of substrate damage with an ant’s nest (Figure 1) – dates back about fifty years. [3,4]. Formicary corrosion is a rapid acting process involving the conjoint presence of oxygen (air), moisture and a...
Fellow’s Corner
This series of articles is intended to highlight industry-wide engineering experiences, guidance, and focused advice to practising technologists. The series is written by ICorr Fellows who have made significant contributions to the field of corrosion management. This...
Electrochemical Noise
This article will look at the Electrochemical Noise Method for corrosion monitoring. Firstly, what are its attractions? Well, it’s as unintrusive as its possible to get, just using the fluctuations which are produced naturally by the corrosion process to tell us the...