FG-3: CORROSION FOCUS GROUP

CORROSION FORUM

Nottingham University Future Students Centre in Menara Axis, Petaling Jaya

16^th May 2024

AMVIP, in collaboration with the University of Nottingham Malaysia, proudly hosted the AMVIP Forum on Project Optimization in Corrosion, which was held on 16th May 2024 at the Nottingham University Future Students Centre in Menara Axis, Petaling Jaya, Selangor. The event was a resounding success, showcasing brilliant presentations from industry leaders in corrosion control and management within the energy sector.

We are grateful for the insightful contributions from :-

1. Ts. Lai Kok Leong, Senior MCI Engineer at Sarawak Shell Bhd., who shared an innovative overview of Full Cathodic Protection Surveys for Subsea Buried Pipelines using Non-Contact Field Gradient Sensors.
2. Ir. Dr. Ramesh Ramasamy, Technical Director at Azakti Energy, who presented innovative and cost-saving solutions in Ageing Offshore Well Structural Integrity Modelling, Assessment & Rehabilitation in the Arabian Gulf region.
3. Mr. Jason Yap, CEO of Pluperfect Technology Sdn Bhd, who highlighted the many facets of Viscoelastic Wrapping Systems for External Corrosion Protection, and Mr. Brian Lim, Operations Manager, who presented on Thermal Insulative Coating Technologies as ideal solutions for Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI).

Pn. Siti Haslina Ramli graciously chaired the event as Chair of the AMVIP Task Force on Project Optimization. Mr. Kang Kim Ang as Chair of the AMVIP Corrosion Focus Group skillfully moderated the panel discussion that followed, fostering engaging interactions and exchanges of ideas among the attendees.

Advisor Ir. Ong Hock Guan emphasized the importance of integrating advanced corrosion control technologies to extend the lifespan of critical infrastructure, highlighting the cost savings and safety improvements these innovations can bring to the industry.

Ir. Max Ong shared his thoughts on the evolving landscape of corrosion management, stressing the need for continuous learning and adaptation to new methods and technologies to stay ahead of corrosion challenges.

The discussions and knowledge shared were truly inspiring, reflecting the ongoing commitment of these companies to drive progress and innovation in corrosion science and engineering.

Heartfelt thanks to our sponsors: Corrtrol Synergy, Azakti Energy, and Pluperfect Technology for their generous support. Special thanks to all who attended the event, both in person and online, for making this first-ever hybrid forum a resounding success.

We look forward to more collaborative efforts and breakthroughs in the future!