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This week’s Trivia Tuesday is about ISO standards.📒 ISO 12944 is the international standard for the corrosion protection...
11/08/2026

This week’s Trivia Tuesday is about ISO standards.

📒 ISO 12944 is the international standard for the corrosion protection of steel structures using protective paint systems.

💡In simple terms, it helps engineers, specifiers, asset owners, and coating manufacturers choose the right paint system for the environment in which a steel structure will operate, whether that's a bridge, offshore platform, industrial plant, or commercial building.

💭Did you know? ISO 12944 was comprehensively revised in 2018, with the introduction of Part 9 which describes offshore environments and establishes a ‘CX’ corrosivity category.

Join ICorr’s London Branch for an evening of technical insight into the future of protective coating assessment.Traditio...
11/08/2026

Join ICorr’s London Branch for an evening of technical insight into the future of protective coating assessment.

Traditional coating inspections often identify deterioration only after visible signs of degradation appear. But what if coating quality—and even remaining service life—could be measured before failure occurs?

Join Mr. Guus Coolegem, Founder and CTO of C-Cube International, as he examines how Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) is enabling objective, non-destructive assessment of protective coatings. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience, he will demonstrate how EIS-based Coating Quality Measurement (CQM) supports predictive maintenance, optimises inspection planning, and extends the service life of critical infrastructure.

📅 Date: Thursday, 8 October 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 Venue: The York Room, Lancaster Hall Hotel, 35 Craven Terrace, London W2 3EL
☕ Refreshments from 6:00pm | 🎤 Presentation: 6:30pm | 🍽️ Food & networking after the talk

We look forward to welcoming you to an engaging evening of technical learning and networking.

🌊 New for 2026: ICorr Launches Two New Marine Cathodic Protection Training CoursesThe Institute of Corrosion is pleased ...
10/08/2026

🌊 New for 2026: ICorr Launches Two New Marine Cathodic Protection Training Courses

The Institute of Corrosion is pleased to announce the launch of two new Marine Cathodic Protection (CP) training courses, expanding the ICorr CP Training portfolio and providing new opportunities for professionals to develop their knowledge and skills in this specialist area.

Designed in accordance with BS EN ISO 15257 and developed as part of ICorr's internationally recognised training programme, these new courses support professional development through structured learning and practical technical
expertise.

📘 Marine Cathodic Protection – ISO Level 2
📅 5–9 October 2026

📘 Marine Cathodic Protection – ISO Level 3
📅 9–13 November 2026

Whether you're looking to enhance your technical knowledge or progress your professional development, these new courses provide an excellent opportunity to build your expertise through ICorr training.

👉 Find out more and book your place:

Marine Level 2: https://www.icorr.org/dante-course/25330/cathodic-protection-marine-iso-level-2-/-2026/
Marine Level 3: https://www.icorr.org/dante-course/25331/cathodic-protection-marine-iso-level-3-/-2026/

The Engineering Training Governing Board (ETGB) continues to strengthen its role as a key driver of corrosion engineerin...
10/08/2026

The Engineering Training Governing Board (ETGB) continues to strengthen its role as a key driver of corrosion engineering training and professional development within ICorr.

This year, ETGB represented ICorr at the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee in the House of Commons, contributing to discussions on the role of microbes in environmental and biodiversity legislation, as well as the successful delivery of the Fundamentals of Corrosion Engineering (FOCE) and Corrosion Mechanisms in Stainless Steel (CMiSS) courses.

Looking ahead, ETGB is continuing to develop new learning opportunities, including the forthcoming Corrosion Management course and the established Boiler Failures course, supported by R-Tech.

Whether you're looking to advance your expertise, gain professional certification, or contribute to the development of future corrosion training, there has never been a better time to get involved.

To learn more about upcoming courses, register your interest, or discuss developing a corrosion-related training programme, contact Dr Tony Rizk, ETGB Chair, at [email protected] or visit https://www.icorr.org/training-qualifications/

📘 Discover the New ICorr ETGB Training PortfolioWhether you're planning your own professional development or looking to ...
07/08/2026

📘 Discover the New ICorr ETGB Training Portfolio

Whether you're planning your own professional development or looking to strengthen your organisation's technical capability, the new ICorr ETGB Training Portfolio brings together our complete range of corrosion, materials and asset integrity training in one accessible guide.

Explore course overviews, tutor profiles, certification pathways, flexible delivery options and upcoming training opportunities—all designed to support engineers, technicians, managers and organisations at every stage of their professional journey.

Backed by decades of industry expertise and delivered by internationally recognised specialists, ICorr training provides practical knowledge that can be applied with confidence in the workplace.

👉 Explore the ETGB Portfolio and find the
course that's right for you herehttps://www.icorr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/ICORR_ETGB_BROCHURE_LowRes-1.pdf

The Cambridge Corrosion Conference 2026 brought together delegates from across the UK and Europe to explore how digital ...
07/08/2026

The Cambridge Corrosion Conference 2026 brought together delegates from across the UK and Europe to explore how digital technologies are transforming the future of corrosion engineering.

Hosted over two days, the conference provided a valuable forum for collaboration between industry and academia, with discussions centred on artificial intelligence (AI), digital monitoring, corrosion under insulation (CUI), inspection technologies and the corrosion challenges associated with the energy transition.

The event highlighted that while AI and advanced monitoring technologies are reshaping corrosion management, their success depends on high-quality data, engineering expertise and informed human decision-making.

The conference also highlighted the importance of collaboration between researchers, technology providers and industry to develop safer, more reliable and sustainable asset integrity solutions. Through technical presentations, panel discussions, networking and an industrial tour, delegates gained valuable insights into the innovations helping to shape the future of corrosion management.

The Cambridge Corrosion Conference 2026 successfully highlighted the growing role of digitalisation, AI and advanced monitoring technologies in corrosion engineering.

To find out more about ICorr events and upcoming conferences, visit https://www.icorr.org/events/

Don't forget to stay up-to-date with our Events calendar! Discover what exciting things we have in store for you next we...
06/08/2026

Don't forget to stay up-to-date with our Events calendar! Discover what exciting things we have in store for you next week.

We’re pleased to share the confirmed delivery dates for the ICorr Engineering Training Governing Board (ETGB) courses in the UK. Additional courses are currently in preparation, and venues for some courses will be announced in due time.

Corrosion Mechanisms in Stainless Steels – 8 October 2026, Birmingham
Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC) – 12–16 October 2026, Northampton HQ NN1 1SZ

These courses support engineers, technologists, scientists, and asset-integrity professionals seeking to deepen their corrosion knowledge and gain industry-recognised ICorr training.

More course announcements will follow as additional dates and venues are confirmed. We look forward to seeing you at our courses.
For further information, please contact [email protected]

For registration enquiries, reach out to [email protected]

Congratulations to our new Midlands Branch Chair Dr. Ali Oskuie on stepping into this leadership role with a clear visio...
05/08/2026

Congratulations to our new Midlands Branch Chair Dr. Ali Oskuie on stepping into this leadership role with a clear vision for the future of our corrosion community.

Ali is corrosion engineering professional with over 13 years of experience specialising in risk-based inspection (RBI) and asset integrity management (AIM), and have been involved in managing several large-scale projects in these areas.

His vision for the Midlands Branch is centred on:
• Strengthening collaboration between industry, academia, and students.
• Expanding partnerships that support innovation, knowledge sharing, and talent development.
• Delivering regular technical webinars on emerging topics, from hydrogen and pipeline corrosion to renewable energy and professional development.
• Growing the branch's digital presence to engage more professionals and inspire the next generation of corrosion engineers.
• Working towards a flagship Midlands conference in 2027 in collaboration with academic and industry partners.

We're excited to see this vision come to life and look forward to the impact it will have across the Midlands and the wider corrosion community.

For further information about the activities of ICorr’s Midlands Branch, please reach out to Ali at [email protected]
https://www.icorr.org/icorr-midlands-branch-chair-introduction/

The answer to our trivia question this week is:A, Where reduction takes place.The cathode is the electrode that receives...
05/08/2026

The answer to our trivia question this week is:

A, Where reduction takes place.

The cathode is the electrode that receives electrons, so reduction happens there. In corrosion prevention, making a metal act as the cathode (for example, by using a sacrificial metal or impressed current) helps protect it from rusting because the protected metal does not lose electrons.

💭 Easy memory tip:
😸 RED CAT → REDuction happens at the CAThode.

You can learn more on CP at: https://www.icorr.org/cathodic-protection-courses/1146/cathodic-protection/

Our Trivia Tuesday this week is a question about Cathodic Protection (CP).CP is a very important part of corrosion preve...
04/08/2026

Our Trivia Tuesday this week is a question about Cathodic Protection (CP).

CP is a very important part of corrosion prevention by protecting the metal structure.

CP works by giving rust a different target. This can be done by attaching a more reactive metal (like zinc or magnesium) as a sacrificial anode, which corrodes instead of the protected metal, or by using an external power
source to supply electrons.

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