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Beyond the Strait of Hormuz
In the wake of ongoing geopolitical instability in the Middle East, the Strait of Hormuz faces potential blockages that could significantly impact marine and offshore energy operations. This disruption leads to a myriad of coating-related
Safinah CFO Jessica Patterson Recognised for Outstanding Strategic Leadership with UK Industry Award
Jessica Patterson, CFO of Safinah, has been honoured with the prestigious Coating Consultancy CFO of the Year 2026 award, alongside the title of Most Outstanding Strategic Leadership in Business 2026. This recognition underscores her pivotal
Why Cargo Tank Coatings Fail – A technical and human story
Cargo tank coatings rarely fail due to a single mistake; instead, their failure is a complex interplay of technical, operational, and commercial decisions made long before the vessel sets sail. From design assumptions to compromised
The £5M risk hiding in your coating strategy – and how to avoid it
Coatings are often missed in shipbuilding budgets, yet they can make up over 20% of a vessel’s lifetime operating costs if issues arise. Poor coating choices can lead to expensive outcomes, like £50,000 – £100,000
World Corrosion Awareness Day 2026
Corrosion is often seen as mere surface rust, but its impact is far more profound, threatening the integrity of critical infrastructure and public safety. On World Corrosion Awareness Day 2026, the Association for Materials Protection
