EFC Newsletter

Issue 1/2026, April 2026

Dear readers,

Welcome to the latest edition of the EFC Newsletter.

With the arrival of spring, there’s a renewed sense of optimism in the air. And corrosionists across Europe will likely have a spring in their step when they learn that this year’s EUROCORR in Dublin has received over 1,000 abstract submissions and is expected to attract over 1,400 delegates. Sláinte (or ‘cheers’ for those looking to brush up on their language skills ahead of their visit to Dublin in September).
This year’s theme at EURCORR, Investing in our future: corrosion challenges for green technologies, will explore how corrosion science, technology and engineering support the transition to a sustainable, low carbon future at what promises to be a great event.
If that’s not enough incentive to attend, then there will also be a guided excursion to an ancient settlement, an event at the famous Guinness Storehouse, a summer school, and the usual full calendar of events. Details of which can all be found in the April Newsletter.
Inside, there’s information on a new EFC webinar on corrosion in defence systems and a trio of new affiliate members, as well as the latest news from the Young EFC and Working Parties. There’s also details of the Women in Corrosion event, World Corrosion Awareness Day, and a tribute to Professor Vladimír Cíhal, a distinguished expert in the field of metallic corrosion and corrosion protection.
And, as ever, we round up the latest news and developments from Affiliate members and Member Societies, and information on all the latest events and EFC Approved Courses.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this issue and please feel free to get in touch if you have anything that you would like to feature in the next edition.

All the best

Dan Mobbs, London
Newsletter Editor