Why is Corrosion Still an Integrity Threat Today?

Key Points

• The aim is to compare asset integrity management philosophies and their impact on corrosion rates.
• Assets classified into two categories based on management philosophy.
• Assessment of corrosion control methods in each category.
• Comparison of rates of leaks and corrosion incidents.
• Assets with modern management show lower corrosion rates.
• Traditional management practices correlate with higher leak incidents.
• Corrosion remains a significant threat particularly in the latter category.