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AMPP Releases First Energy Industry Report Highlighting Corrosion, Workforce, and Technology Trends Shaping Pipeline Integrity

Houston, Texas – (March 9, 2026) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the leading global authority in materials protection and performance, has released its first Industry Report for the energy sector: U.S. Pipeline Industry 2026: Leading Failures, New Technologies, and Future Outlook . This publication also launches AMPP’s new energy-focused report series, created to give industry professionals clear, data-driven insight into infrastructure risks and practical steps for addressing them. Using publicly available data from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) ...

AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2026 Showcases New Technical Sessions Across Maritime & Defense, Energy, and Civil Infrastructure

Houston, Texas – (March 5, 2026) — The AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2026 returns March 15–19, 2026 , in Houston, Texas, bringing together professionals who work every day to protect critical assets from corrosion and deterioration. The event draws engineers, inspectors, contractors, asset owners, and researchers from around the world to exchange ideas, share technical expertise, and examine the issues in materials protection. Several new additions to this year’s program reflect the industry's continued advancement. Technical sessions will examine topics such as pipeline safety, carbon capture infrastructure, water treatment and desalination systems, ...

AMPP Endorses America’s Maritime Action Plan, Reinforcing National Strategy to Rebuild U.S. Shipbuilding and Maritime Readiness

Houston, Texas – (February 24, 2026) — Earlier this month, the White House unveiled the America’s Maritime Action Plan (MAP) , establishing a strategy to revitalize the nation’s shipbuilding capacity and maritime workforce. The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the leading global authority in materials protection and performance, supports the Plan, which recognizes that restoring America’s maritime strength requires not just ships and shipyards, but also materials performance, corrosion control, and a technical workforce. The Plan outlines coordinated federal actions to address decades of declining shipbuilding capacity and workforce ...

AMPP Hosts “Coffee with the Congressman” Featuring Rep. Wesley Hunt at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo

Houston, TX – (Feb. 17, 2026) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the leading global authority in materials protection and performance, will host a special “Coffee with the Congressman” event featuring U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-TX) from 8 to 10 a.m. CT on Monday, March 16, during the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo in Houston. The event is presented by the Corrosion and Coatings Political Action Committee (PAC) and is free to all registered conference attendees. Advance RSVP is required. Now serving his second term in Congress, representing Texas’ 38th Congressional District, Congressman Hunt brings firsthand experience ...

AMPP Expands Global Access to Standards Through New Partnership with BSB Edge

Houston, Texas – (February 17, 2026) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, has finalized a strategic partnership with BSB Edge to expand international access to its standards through a leading global distribution platform. BSB Edge, an India-based standards aggregator and exclusive distributor of Bureau of Indian Standards publications, provides access to more than 20 leading standards developing organizations (SDOs) and serves over 20,000 customers across India, the Middle East, Africa, and East Asia. This agreement enables AMPP standards to be incorporated into ...

AMPP Marks Five Years United, Showcasing Progress and the Future of Materials Protection

Houston, Texas – (February 16, 2026) — As the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority on materials protection and performance, marks five years as a unified organization, the association is using this milestone to publicly document its progress since 2021 and reinforce its role as a growing, globally connected leader in the industry. Under the theme Forged by History. Focused on the Future. , AMPP is highlighting both its technical legacy and its forward-looking commitment to innovation, workforce readiness, and global collaboration. When NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings merged in ...

AMPP Opens Call for Board of Directors Volunteers

The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, is now accepting applications for four open volunteer Director positions on its Board of Directors. These three-year terms will begin January 1, 2027, and end on December 31, 2029. The complete application deadline is March 31, 2026 . Serving on the AMPP Board of Directors is a significant leadership responsibility. Directors provide strategic direction, governance oversight, and fiduciary accountability to ensure the long-term sustainability of the global association. Board members work collaboratively with AMPP executive leadership ...

AMPP Announces 2026 Annual Service and Technical Awards Winners

Houston, Texas – (January 20, 2026) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, proudly announces the recipients of its 2026 Annual Service and Technical Awards, which will be presented during the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo , March 15–19, 2026, in Houston, Texas. These distinguished honors recognize individuals and organizations whose work continues to advance corrosion control, materials performance, and asset protection worldwide. “AMPP’s awards program reflects the depth and breadth of expertise across our global community,” said Rebecca Griebe, Senior Director ...

AMPP Submits Questions for the Record Following House Hearing on Chemistry Competitiveness

Houston, Texas – (January 15, 2026) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority on corrosion control, protective coatings, and materials performance, recently submitted Questions for the Record (QFRs) following the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing, “ Chemistry Competitiveness: Fueling Innovation and Streamlining Processes to Ensure Safety and Security .” The hearing examined the current state of chemical research and development (R&D) in the United States, the regulatory framework governing new and existing chemistries, and the role of regulatory certainty in sustaining innovation, strengthening ...

AMPP Mourns the Passing of Corrosion Leader and Advocate George F. Hays

Houston, Texas – (January 12, 2026) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) announces with deep sadness the passing of George F. Hays , a respected leader in the global corrosion community and a past president of NACE International. Hays passed away peacefully at his home in Rockaway, New Jersey, on January 4, 2026, at the age of 87, with his wife, Beverly, by his side. George Hays dedicated more than four decades to advancing corrosion control, materials performance, and industrial water and waste system technologies. His professional career spanned more than 30 years at Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, where he served in an international ...

AMPP Reaches 40,000-Member Milestone, Marking Continued Global Growth and Industry Impact

Houston, TX (January 7, 2026) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, has reached a significant organizational milestone with 40,000 members worldwide, underscoring the growing demand for technical expertise, standards, and professional connections across the corrosion and protective coatings industries. This milestone reflects AMPP’s continued global growth and its role in supporting professionals who protect critical infrastructure, industrial assets, and the built environment every day. AMPP members play an active role in shaping the association’s technical direction—convening ...

CoatingsPro Magazine Kicks Off Year-Long 25th Anniversary Celebration Showcasing the People, Projects Behind the Coatings Industry

Houston, TX (January 6, 2026) — In 2026, CoatingsPro Magazine proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of service to the commercial and industrial coatings community. Since its inaugural issue in November 2001, CoatingsPro has become the go-to resource for contractors, applicators, inspectors, and asset owners seeking practical insights into surface preparation, protective coatings, safety practices, new products, and the latest technologies and innovations shaping the field. What began as a niche trade publication has grown into a trusted industry voice, chronicling two-and-a-half decades of technological progress, evolving ...

AMPP Announces Second Class of Global Ambassadors Serving Through 2026

Houston, TX (January 5, 2026) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority for corrosion control, protective coatings, and materials protection, today announced its second class of AMPP Ambassadors , who will serve throughout 2026. The new class officially began its term on January 1, 2026. The AMPP Ambassador Program is designed to expand global awareness of AMPP’s mission and its role in advancing corrosion prevention and asset protection worldwide. Ambassadors serve as trusted advocates for the association, promoting the value of AMPP membership, fostering professional connections within their regions, and supporting ...

AMPP Applauds Full Congressional Passage of FY26 NDAA, Reinforcing Corrosion Policy, Shipbuilding, and Industrial Base Priorities

Washington, D.C. – (December 17, 2025) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the leading global authority in materials protection and performance, applauds full congressional passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) . This bipartisan defense policy bill establishes priorities, authorities, and program direction for the U.S. Department of War. As an authorization bill, the NDAA sets the rules, structure, and strategic direction for national defense programs, including force readiness, infrastructure modernization, and industrial base strength. While it does not provide funding itself, the NDAA authorizes ...

AMPP Announces Former Blue Angel Pilot John “Gucci” Foley as Keynote Speaker for 2026 Annual Conference + Expo in Houston

Houston, Texas (December 17, 2025) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, has announced that John “Gucci” Foley , former lead solo pilot of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and one of the top 10 most in-demand speakers worldwide, will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2026 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo . The event will take place March 15–19, 2026, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. Gucci will deliver a keynote titled “Ignite a Culture of Excellence” at 3 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026 . Drawing from his experiences as a Blue Angel and high-performance ...

AMPP and ASEF Sign Global Cooperation Agreement to Advance Shipbuilding Standards, Technical Exchange, and Maritime Safety

Tokyo, Japan (December 4, 2025) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, and the Active Shipbuilding Experts’ Federation (ASEF) , representing national shipbuilders of IMO Member States, have signed a Global Cooperation Agreement to strengthen collaboration in shipbuilding technology, corrosion-mitigation practices, standards development, and maritime safety. The agreement establishes a formal, nonexclusive framework for cooperation that enables both organizations to exchange technical expertise, advance progress in corrosion control and protective coatings, and support ...

For 2026, AMPP Introduces Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum

Virginia Beach, VA (December 1, 2025) — Designed for U.S. Navy contractors, asset owners, and coating suppliers, this high-impact gathering will convene 200 to 300 participants focused on the advancement of workforce development, corrosion prevention, and best practices in surface preparation and coatings application throughout the maritime sector. From February 3-4, 2026, in Virginia Beach, Va., the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) is hosting its inaugural Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum. Registration will be opening soon . Held at The Founders Inn and Spa, the Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum is described by AMPP as an exclusive ...

AMPP CEO Alan Thomas Appointed to Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) Board

Houston, Texas (November 17, 2025) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) announced today that Chief Executive Officer Alan Thomas has been appointed to the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) External Technical Collaboration Board for a three-year term beginning November 2025 and ending August 2028. As one of the nation’s leading applied engineering research agencies, TEES plays a central role in advancing technologies and workforce solutions that directly intersect with AMPP’s mission. Thomas’s appointment strengthens the connection between AMPP and a research enterprise deeply engaged in materials performance, ...

AMPP Selected for National Shipbuilding Research Program Award to Advance AI-Enabled Workforce Modeling for Maritime Trades

Houston, Texas (November 13, 2025) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, has been selected as one of 18 panel projects awarded by the National Shipbuilding Research Program (NSRP) , as part of its ongoing mission to reduce costs and expand capability across U.S. shipbuilding and ship repair. This award marks the first time AMPP has been selected as the lead organization for an NSRP project, underscoring the organization’s expanding role in supporting maritime workforce and capability needs. AMPP’s project, Accelerated Workforce Readiness via Dynamic Workforce Modeling, ...

AMPP and SASO Sign Technical Cooperation Program Agreement to Strengthen Standards Development and Quality Infrastructure

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, (November 12, 2025) — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, and the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) have signed a Technical Cooperation Program (TCP) to advance collaboration in standardization, training, and technical development to enhance safety, quality, and industrial performance. The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between the two organizations to support the exchange of information, participation in the development and harmonization of standards, and organization of joint training programs, ...