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About TÜV Rheinland
TÜV Rheinland, founded in 1872, is a global leader in technical services, providing safe and sustainable solutions for the interaction between humans, the environment, and technology. Since 1996, they have offered training and personnel certification in China, being Europe’s largest independent education institute.
TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services Greater China, comprises world-leading experts, delivering technical inspection, testing, and certification for the oil, gas, chemical, petrochemical, energy, power, construction, and process industries worldwide. Their comprehensive services ensure products and equipment meet market requirements, supporting local industries, to help them develop safely and sustainably.
History with ICorr
In 2018, following collaboration with Argyll Ruane (ICorr Training partner), TÜV Rheinland successfully introduced ICorr training to China, becoming the sole ICorr training provider. On-site training can be conducted in coastal cities such as Shanghai, Tianjin, Qingdao, Zhuhai, Qidong, and Zhoushan, where numerous international offshore FSPO and LNG projects are active.
In 2024, ICorr, TÜV Rheinland (China) Ltd., and Argyll Ruane (Sheffield, UK) celebrated 7 years’ collaboration, and achieved the 1000th Certificate issue in China. In the same year, Protective Coating Inspector Training Level 2 and Level 3 ICorr courses were successfully delivered by TÜV Rheinland and all ICorr surface treatment courses are now available for the candidates in China.
Successful First Session of ICorr PCI L3 Training Course Held at TÜV Rheinland Shanghai
On 17th November 2024 – TÜV Rheinland, successfully hosted the inaugural session of the ICorr Protective Coating Inspector Level 3 (PCI L3) training course at its Shanghai office. The course, aimed at enhancing advanced skills in protective coatings inspection, attracted professionals from various sectors including marine, oil and gas, and infrastructure. The comprehensive curriculum combined theoretical knowledge and practical exercises.
Feedback has been highly positive to date, affirming the course’s depth and practical relevance. Additional sessions are planned by TUV to continue elevating industry expertise. “We are committed to advancing industry standards through such top-tier training,” Anita Fang, ISC Training Head of TÜV Rheinland, Shanghai commented following the recent event.
| Training Courses |
Schedule |
| Protective Coating Inspector Level 2 |
6-19 Jan |
| 7-20 Apr |
| 11-24 Aug |
| 20 Oct -2 Nov |
| Protective Coating Inspector Level 3 |
May / Nov |
| Passive Fireproofing (Epoxy) Inspector Level 2 |
15-16 May |
| 28-29 Jun |
| 6-7 Sep |
| 6-7 Dec |
| Passive Fireproofing (Epoxy) Inspector Level 3 |
Feb / Aug |
| Insulation Inspector Level 2 |
28 Feb – 2 Mar |
| 16-18 May |
| 1 – 3 Aug |
| 17 – 19 Oct |
| Hot Dip Galvanizing Inspector Level 2 |
10 -11 May |
| 27 – 28 Sep |
Table: 2025 ICorr Courses Training Schedule
Contact Details:
TÜV Rheinland
Room 301, 3F and Room 1203, 12F,
Building C, CATIC Plaza,
No. 15, Ronghua South Road,
Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, Beijing, China
Tel: +86 10 8524 2141
Fax: +86 10 8524 2200
Email: Jing.Fang@tuv.com
Institute News
In a significant step toward advancing global collaboration in corrosion science and engineering, the Institute of Corrosion (ICorr) and the Chinese Society for Corrosion
Protection (CSCP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the 22nd International Corrosion Congress held in Xi’an, China.
The agreement was formalised by then ICorr President Stephen Tate and Vice President Dr. Yunnan Gao, alongside CSCP counterparts President Professor Xiaogang Li and General Secretary Professor Xuequn Cheng, in a ceremonial signing event attended by industry and academic leaders and corrosion experts on 23rd October 2024.
This agreement marked the culmination of 12 months of dialogue and numerous rounds of collaborative discussions between ICorr and CSCP. Both organisations demonstrated unwavering commitment to fostering a global partnership that supports the advancement of corrosion science and engineering.
The MoU reflects the mutual efforts of ICorr and CSCP to create a framework for collaboration, facilitating knowledge exchange, joint activities, and professional development initiatives. The agreement was achieved through great determination and shared aspirations, emphasising the importance of addressing corrosion challenges on a global scale.
By leveraging their combined expertise, the two societies aim to enhance their contributions to the international corrosion community.
This milestone agreement sets the stage for a robust and dynamic partnership between ICorr and CSCP. It paves the way for collaborative activities, workshops, and technological advancements that address pressing industry needs. The signing of the MoU represents not just a formal agreement but also a shared vision for the future of sustainable corrosion solutions and innovation across borders.
Our successful interaction has indeed already commenced with our Joint CSCP/ICorr Webinar series held between 11th and 25th November 2024, attracting over 500 registrants and this will be reported in our Jan-Feb issue of Corrosion Management Journal.
Please look out for further ICorr Events by regularly checking www.icorr.org/events/ where you will see activities from all our branches and divisions.
Photo: ICorr-CSCP MoU Signing Ceremony in Xi’an China on 23rd October 2024. Left front: ICorr President Stephen Tate; Left back: ICorr Vice President Dr. Yunnan Gao, Right front: CSCP President Professor Xiaogang Li
Right back: CSCP General Secretary Professor Xuequn Cheng.
Photo: ICorr-CSCP MoU Signing Ceremony in Xi’an China on 23rd October 2024. Left front: ICorr President Stephen Tate; Left back: ICorr Vice President Dr. Yunnan Gao, Right front: CSCP President Professor Xiaogang Li
Right back: CSCP General Secretary Professor Xuequn Cheng.
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TÜV Rheinland Shanghai office welcomed ICorr President Stephen Tate and Vice President, Dr. Yunnan Gao on 29th October 2024. The visit began with a cordial reception
by TUV Vice President Dr. Chen Weikang, who warmly greeted the delegation and emphasised the significance
of partnership of TUV and ICorr.
During the visit, Stephen Tate and Dr. Yunnan Gao provided meaningful introductions about ICorr, sharing valuable insights. They were kindly given a tour of TUV facilities and engaged in fruitful conversations about future collaborations.
This visit was an invaluable opportunity to discuss TUV ongoing collaboration and to explore new avenues for mutual growth. ICorr President and Vice President had a successful conference call with TUV-qualified tutor (Jianjun Hu) in China, who was working on site, marking TUV’s first opportunity to get acquainted.
The President’s encouraging words greatly motivated the tutor, setting a positive tone for future collaborations. This call also provided an excellent platform for the tutor to offer valuable feedback, fostering an atmosphere of open communication and mutual respect.
Welcome lunch with ICorr President and Vice President was a fantastic opportunity for the TUV working team to come together and connect. The President took a moment to inspire each team member with motivating words, which set an encouraging tone for the event.
It was a great time to have genuine, uplifting conversations and strengthen TUV team spirit. Everyone left feeling energised and more unified.
Highlights in 2024
- Translated PCI L2 and L3 into bilingual
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PCI L2 Successfully launched in China (5 sessions / 47candidates )
- PCI L3 Training and ICorr Transition
Exam is going to launch
Institute News
This month,
as part of our new Corrosion Management Journal Tutor feature,
Profiling Alessandro Bonetti Cathodic Protection Specialist.
A practicing cathodic protection engineer with a background in materials engineering and specialised in nanotechnology, Alessandro has had more than 14 years’ experience in the cathodic protection industry within the UK as well as Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. His expertise extends from complex land-based cathodic protection systems for tank bottoms, pipelines, in-plant piping, and buried vessels to tank internals, jetty and harbour installations, and offshore structures, including wind farms. He has been involved with offshore CP inspections with remotely operated vehicles, and he is still involved with product design and development for cathodic protection systems and CP monitoring.
Alessandro was ICorr’s document controller in 2022 and has been teaching ICorr’s BS EN ISO 15257 cathodic protection buried sector courses since 2022. He finds this very rewarding, especially when candidates realise the importance of the measurements they have been performing for years.
Alessandro Bonetti
MSc Materials Engineering
ISO 15257 Level 4 Cathodic Protection Specialist
Tel: 07475055341
Email: alessandro.bonetti@cathodic.co.uk
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By Stephen Tate, ICorr Past President
Pedestrian barriers are essential for maintaining order, safety, and aesthetics in public spaces, whether in parks, around construction sites, during events, or along busy streets. Designed to direct pedestrian traffic and prevent accidents, these barriers often face harsh environmental conditions, constant use, and wear over time. Ensuring their longevity and effectiveness requires consistent and thorough maintenance. One of the biggest threats to pedestrian barriers is structural corrosion, especially for those made of metal, commonly carbon steel, which can compromise their functionality and create safety hazards.
By implementing a proactive maintenance approach consisting of regular inspections, effective cleaning of surface contaminants, rust prevention, fastener checks, and alignment adjustments, corrosion of pedestrian barriers can be reduced. Properly maintained barriers will not only serve their functional purpose but also retain their aesthetic appeal, contributing to safer and more organised public spaces.
Photo: Structural Corrosion of Pedestrian Barriers, Observed in Xi’an China – October 2024.
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The new Wales and South West of England regional branch held its first event in Southampton on 24th October 2024. The event was held at Lloyd’s Register/Lloyd’s Register Global Technology Centre with presentations from Dr Maryam Bonyadi and
Dr James Kwame, both from Lloyd’s Register (LR).
Dr Maryam Bonyadi is a Technical and Failure Investigation Senior Specialist at LR. The presentation provided an introduction to LR and the specialist services LR provides. The presentation also included an overview of the LR’s Technical and Failure Investigation Department, its team, locations and some of the capabilities. Further, examples of corrosion mechanisms commonly found in the maritime industry were presented.
The second presentation was by Dr James Kwame, who is the Senior Manufacturing Technologist at Lloyd’s Register, working to develop LR’s internal and external technical publications. The presentation provided an insight into liquified CO2 and the impact of impurities such as H2O, O2, SO2, H2S, NO2 and organics which may be present in the CO2 stream on corrosion and phase change. The talk explored current industry limitations and the general lack of standardisation governing product specifications, such as the quality of CO2 grades, which present significant challenges in understanding their effect on corrosion and phase change during ship transportation and storage.
The talks gained lots of engagement and interaction from the audience, with many questions and plenty of further discussion. With 20 delegates in attendance, the first Southampton event was deemed a successful one!
Upcoming Event:
The next branch event will take place online on
December 11th 2024. For more information,
contact swchair@icorr.org
You can also keep up to date on events by
visiting our LinkedIn page;
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12992293/
Dr Maryam Bonyadi is a Technical and Failure Investigation Senior Specialist at LR. The presentation provided an introduction to LR and the specialist services LR provides. The presentation also included an overview of the LR’s Technical and Failure Investigation Department, its team, locations and some of the capabilities. Further, examples of corrosion mechanisms commonly found in the maritime industry were presented.
The second presentation was by Dr James Kwame, who is the Senior Manufacturing Technologist at Lloyd’s Register, working to develop LR’s internal and external technical publications. The presentation provided an insight into liquified CO2 and the impact of impurities such as H2O, O2, SO2, H2S, NO2 and organics which may be present in the CO2 stream on corrosion and phase change. The talk explored current industry limitations and the general lack of standardisation governing product specifications, such as the quality of CO2 grades, which present significant challenges in understanding their effect on corrosion and phase change during ship transportation and storage.
The talks gained lots of engagement and interaction from the audience, with many questions and plenty of further discussion. With 20 delegates in attendance, the first Southampton event was deemed a successful one!
Upcoming Event:
The next branch event will take place online on
December 11th 2024. For more information,
contact swchair@icorr.org
You can also keep up to date on events by
visiting our LinkedIn page;
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12992293/
Photo: Delegates Observing the Presentation by Dr Maryam Bonyadi.
Photo: Delegates Observing the Presentation by Dr James Kwame.
