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October 2026
Photo courtesy of Brooke Bond, AMPP Student Member at Texas A&M University. Read more about her below.

The October AMPPlify Update brings together news and opportunities from across the AMPP community. Explore new CCUS learning, member stories, technical resources, upcoming conferences, revised standards, career opportunities, and the October book sale.

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AMPP NEWS

Education / 4 PDHs / Learn at your pace

Build Practical CCUS Corrosion and Materials Knowledge

AMPP’s new Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS): Materials Selection and Corrosion Control eCourse provides practical instruction on materials selection, corrosion risks, pipeline integrity, operating environments, integrity risk management, and monitoring and inspection.

Based on AMPP SP21632-2025, the four-hour online course is designed for corrosion and materials engineers, asset integrity managers, pipeline design engineers, regulatory personnel, and others working with CO₂ infrastructure. Earn four Professional Development Hours (PDHs) and complete the course at your own pace within one year of purchase.

Explore the CCUS eCourse →

Voices from our communityAMPP PodcastsFresh perspectives. Practical insights. Press play. →

Global voices / Practical insights

Find Your Next Listen in AMPP’s Podcast Library

Hear professionals from around the world share what they are learning about corrosion prevention, protective coatings, and asset integrity. Start with the four-part 2026 AMPP Ambassador podcast series, explore the Spanish-language Chapter Takeover series, or find an episode relevant to your work.

Read the August AMPPlify introduction to the Ambassador podcast series for more context.

Explore AMPP Podcasts →

March 1–3, 2027 / Mobile, Alabama

Maritime Coatings Forum Heads to Mobile

The AMPP Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum returns for three days of practical insights with asset owners, shipyards, contractors, and federal partners. Sessions will cover coating standards, surface preparation and application, inspection, and maritime readiness. Attendees can earn up to 10 PDHs.

Read the Announcement →

AMPP MEMBER MOMENTS

Student spotlight: Brooke Bond / Texas A&M University

Meet Brooke Bond, a first-year PhD student in Materials Science and Engineering at Texas A&M University and chair of the university’s AMPP Student Chapter.

Brooke helped reactivate the chapter and is creating more opportunities for students to connect with industry professionals through workshops, events, and networking. Explore AMPP membership to learn how to get involved.

“The amount of advice I’ve received through AMPP that actually applies to what I want to do with my career has been invaluable to my academic and professional trajectory.”

Her advice to other students? “Get involved!” The connections and opportunities can make a real difference in your career.

Your Membership Awaits →

Learn more about Brooke Bond →

Brooke Bond, Texas A&M University AMPP Student Chapter chair, wearing protective equipment in a laboratory
Brooke Bond, Texas A&M University AMPP Student Chapter Chair.

Welcome, AMPP Kenya Chapter!

AMPP is excited to welcome the Kenya Chapter to our growing global community of corrosion and protective coatings professionals!

Meet the Kenya Chapter Leadership →

Show the people behind the profession

We’re Dying to See Your Photos!

The future of our industry starts with the people behind it. From classrooms and training to hands-on work in the field, engineering, and advanced science, every photo tells a story about the next generation of our workforce.

TalentForce™ needs you! Share your photos and help bring those stories to life. Your images could be featured on AMPP’s website, social media, in articles, or at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2027.

Submit Your TalentForce Photos →

Coming Soon — One destination. New possibilities. For corporate accounts. November 2026.

AMPP TECH

Explore this month’s publications, podcast, and webcast for insights into corrosion, protective coatings, materials performance, and the industry workforce.

Materials Performance

New Digital Workforce Platform Supports AMPP

Explore this month’s featured Materials Performance article on a digital workforce platform supporting AMPP.

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CoatingsPro

Dealing With Degradation When Overcoating

Read this month’s featured CoatingsPro article on degradation and overcoating.

Read the article →

CORROSION

Featured Corrosion Research

Explore the CORROSION journal research article selected for this month’s technical update.

Read the journal article →

Podcast Feature

Featured AMPP Podcast

Watch or listen to this month’s featured AMPP podcast conversation.

Watch or listen →

Webcast

Featured AMPP Webcast

Explore this month’s selected webcast for technical education and industry insight.

View the webcast →

AMPP EVENTS

10–12November 2026

East Asia and Pacific Area Conference

Pattaya Beach, Thailand

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16–18November 2026

AMPP Western Conference 2026

Renton, Washington

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1–3March 2027

AMPP Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum

Mobile, Alabama

View Conference →

11–15April 2027

AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2027

Columbus, Ohio

View Registration →

25–29July 2027

Environmental Degradation of Materials in Nuclear Power Systems

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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April 11–15, 2027 / Columbus, Ohio

Connect, Learn, and Look Ahead at AMPP Annual 2027

Join thousands of corrosion and coatings professionals at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2027. Explore technical advances, discover innovative solutions, and connect with peers tackling the same challenges you face.

Start planning now and save $200 on full conference registration when you register by February 28, 2027.

Register Today →

Call for abstracts / Research and student posters

Bring Your Research to Columbus

Abstract submissions are open for the Research in Progress (RIP) Symposia and Student Poster Session (SPS). Share your findings, exchange ideas with industry experts, and contribute to the future of materials protection.

Explore submission opportunities and requirements, including the December 1, 2026, deadline for RIP abstracts.

Explore RIP & Student Poster Opportunities →

AMPP CAREER CENTER

Explore corrosion and coatings opportunities shared through the AMPP Career Center.

Corrosion

Corrosion Technician

St. James, Louisiana

View Job & Apply →

Coatings Inspection

U.S. Navy Coating Inspectors

Charleston, South Carolina

View Job & Apply →

Coatings Inspection

Coating Inspector

Illinois

View Job & Apply →

Availability and application requirements are provided by each employer.

AMPP STANDARDS

Now Available in French Canadian

AMPP continues to expand access to standards for professionals around the world. Explore standards and technical documents translated into French Canadian.

Browse French Canadian Documents →

AMPP AROUND THE WORLD

November 24–26, 2026

2nd Pipeline Technology Conference Asia (ptc Asia)

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Explore the Event →

December 2–4, 2026

International WorkBoat Show 2026

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Explore the Event →

AMPP HUB

372 new resources added in Q3 2026

More Knowledge. More Resources. More Possibilities.

The AMPP Knowledge Hub continues to grow, with fresh content and new resources added regularly to keep you informed and connected to the latest industry knowledge.

The Q3 collection adds 346 magazine articles, 17 journal articles, seven standards, and two books—bringing the year-to-date total to 1,434 new resources.

Stay informed, stay ahead. Explore the latest content and discover what’s new. For an earlier look at the Hub’s growth, revisit the July AMPPlify Knowledge Hub member-benefit feature.

Explore the Knowledge Hub →

AMPP Knowledge Hub Q3 2026: 372 new resources, including 346 magazine articles, 17 journal articles, seven standards, and two books. 1,434 additions year to date.
October book sale / Ends October 31

Practical Solutions for Frightening Failures

Practical Solutions for Frightening Failures — save 10% on select AMPP books with code NOFAIL10 through October 31, 2026

Turn real-world failures into practical lessons. Save 10% on select AMPP print and digital books covering corrosion and coatings failures, material performance, and prevention strategies.

Use code NOFAIL10 at checkout through October 31, 2026.

Shop the Book Sale →

COMMON QUESTIONS

Answers to technical questions connected to this month’s CCUS training, pipeline survey standards, chemical cleaning tests, and materials selection resources.

What corrosion and materials challenges does AMPP’s CCUS eCourse address?

AMPP’s Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS): Materials Selection and Corrosion Control eCourse covers materials selection, corrosion risks, operating environments, pipeline integrity, monitoring, and inspection for CO₂ transport and storage infrastructure. Based on AMPP SP21632-2025, the four-hour online course offers four PDHs and one year of access from purchase.

Explore CCUS Corrosion Control Training →

Which AMPP standard covers close-interval potential and DC surface potential gradient surveys?

NACE SP0207-2026 covers performing close-interval potential surveys and DC surface potential gradient surveys on buried or submerged metallic pipelines. For related pipeline topics, explore the pipeline AC interference resource featured in September AMPPlify.

Review NACE SP0207-2026 Pipeline Survey Guidance →

Where can I find guidance on corrosion testing in chemical cleaning solutions?

NACE TM0193-2026 addresses laboratory corrosion testing of metals in static chemical cleaning solutions at temperatures below 93 °C (200 °F). Consult the revised document for its scope and test procedures when evaluating metals for these cleaning environments.

Explore Chemical Cleaning Corrosion Testing →

Which AMPP standard addresses materials for concentrated sulfuric acid service?

NACE SP0391-2026 addresses materials for handling and storing commercial concentrated sulfuric acid at concentrations of 90 to 100% and ambient temperatures. Consult the standard for its detailed scope and guidance.

Review Sulfuric Acid Materials Guidance →

Where can corrosion and coatings professionals find AMPP technical resources?

The AMPP Knowledge Hub brings together magazine articles, journal research, standards, and books covering corrosion, protective coatings, and materials performance. Its Q3 2026 update reports 372 new resources and 1,434 additions year to date. Access requirements vary by resource.

Browse AMPP Corrosion and Protective Coatings Resources →

Are AMPP standards available in French Canadian?

AMPP provides French Canadian translations of selected standards and technical documents. Browse the translated collection to identify available documents and check each listing for the edition, language, and access details.

Find AMPP Standards in French Canadian →

EXPLORE MORE CORROSION INSIGHTS

Continue exploring the standards, technical learning, and publications featured in this issue.

Browse this month’s additional technical resources
01 / CO₂ Infrastructure

CCUS Materials Selection and Corrosion Control

Build practical knowledge of corrosion risks, pipeline integrity, monitoring, and inspection for carbon capture and storage infrastructure.

Explore the CCUS eCourse →

02 / Pipeline Surveys

Close-Interval Potential and DC Surface Potential Gradient Surveys

Review NACE SP0207-2026 for guidance on performing these surveys on buried or submerged metallic pipelines.

Read the Pipeline Survey Standard →

03 / Laboratory Testing

Corrosion Testing in Chemical Cleaning Solutions

Explore NACE TM0193-2026 for testing metals in static chemical cleaning solutions below 93 °C (200 °F).

Review Chemical Cleaning Test Guidance →

04 / Materials Selection

Materials for Concentrated Sulfuric Acid Handling and Storage

Find NACE SP0391-2026 guidance for commercial concentrated sulfuric acid (90 to 100%) at ambient temperatures.

Explore Sulfuric Acid Materials Guidance →

05 / Coatings Practice

Dealing With Degradation When Overcoating

Read this month’s CoatingsPro selection on degradation and overcoating.

Read the CoatingsPro Article →

06 / Case Studies

Lessons from Corrosion and Coatings Failures

Explore selected AMPP books featuring failure case studies and practical engineering guidance.

Browse Corrosion and Coatings Books →

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