The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) and the International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to strengthen collaboration on corrosion control, protective coatings, and asset integrity for the oil and gas industry.

The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between the two organizations in areas such as technical expertise exchange, standards harmonization, participation in committees and working groups, and joint advocacy to promote safety and sustainability in global energy operations.

“Through this agreement, AMPP and IOGP are creating new opportunities to embed materials protection and performance into the operational and policy work of some of the world’s largest energy operators,” said Tim Gonzalez, vice president, Energy Integrity Solutions at AMPP. “By aligning our technical depth with IOGP’s global influence, we can accelerate solutions that extend asset life, reduce risks, and improve industry-wide performance.”

“This agreement reflects AMPP’s commitment to collaborating with leading industry bodies to ensure that corrosion control and protective coatings are recognized as critical enablers of safe, sustainable, and high-performing energy operations,” said Alan Thomas, CEO of AMPP. “Partnering with IOGP allows us to amplify our impact and ensure that our standards and expertise are integrated into practices that influence energy production worldwide.”

IOGP CEO Graham Henley said the collaboration brings complementary strengths that will help drive alignment on recommended practices across the industry. “It is a step forward in ensuring that materials protection and asset integrity remain central to safe, efficient, and low-carbon oil and gas operations,” Henley said.

The MOC outlines joint initiatives related to protective coatings and corrosion standards, pipeline integrity, fusion-bonded epoxy and other specialized coatings, as well as participation in energy transition projects. Representatives from both organizations will contribute to expert groups and subcommittees to support implementation and technical advancement.

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