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THIs monTH: GoLD CoRpoRaTe memBeR CTs supplier of CP services and power supplies based in the United Kingdom, which is now rebranded as CTS Europe. CTS recently opened a branch offce in Qatar; offces in North Africa and the Caspian will follow during 2013. C orrosion Technology Services (CTS) was formed from a management buyout of the Middle East assets of Corrpro Companies, Inc. and is now established in its own right as a global cathodic protection (CP) company. The CTS Group consists of eight companies spread across fve countries and three regions—the Middle East, Europe, and India. "Our mission is to maintain market share and a reputation for high quality in established markets while growing our business in nontraditional markets including Iraq, North and East Africa, and Central Asia," says Steve Wroe, managing director of CTS Group. While the majority of CTS clients remain in the Middle East, CTS has completed projects from South America to Australia. The frm's CP, civil, and electrical engineers have tackled complex evaluations of defective CP systems in plants and on pipelines. "The benefit of working in such diverse environments is that our engineers have gained valuable experience in extreme climates. From the blazing heat of the Middle East to the humidity of South America, we've dealt with the world's most aggressive environments," says Rod Callon, group technical director and general manager of the Saudi Arabia and Bahrain operations. In 2003, CTS acquired Pipeline Maintenance, Ltd. (PML, Ltd.), an established NACE International, Vol. 52, No. 5 Industry CTS companies primarily service the oil, gas, and utility industries. The CTS Concrete Integrity Division has completed some of the world's highestprofle projects relating to protection of steel in concrete. CTS provides complete pipeline integrity and CP services including specialized surveys, materials supply, design, installation, testing, and commissioning. The frm also provides long-term monitoring and maintenance for pipelines, well casings, and plants. CTS manufactures a wide range of equipment in-house, including power supplies and remote monitoring systems. Its Wilson Walton division provides specialized services to the marine industry for the Middle East. Company Values "One of CTS's priorities is to continue to develop market-leading strategic partners to offer clients 'best of breed' solutions," says Wroe. "Partnerships include Nuova Giungas, Speir Hunter UK, and Aegis 'ARMS' remote-monitoring systems." "We also continue to support and develop the leaders of tomorrow by developing graduates from the U.K., U.A.E., and India," adds Callon, "while retaining high-caliber corrosion specialists within the company to cope with the demands of the future." Diverse Workforce CTS employs a diverse workforce comprising over 14 nationalities covering a variety of ethnic groups. The frm's strategy is based on providing local service under the oversight of an internationally recognized team of technical and administrative professionals. NACE International Involvement CTS employees have participated in a variety of NACE education and technical events, including the Middle East Corrosion Conference and Exhibition, the annual CORROSION conference held in the United States, Corrosion Middle East, and Corrosion U.A.E., as well as CP training courses. "CTS values being part of the NACE network," says Wroe. "It provides us with access to other like-minded corrosion professionals, both local and international. We appreciate the opportunities to be involved in the development of international standards and have access to these and other technical documents." "Our clients demand high-caliber and qualifed engineers. Our corporate membership allows us to develop and support our engineers throughout their careers." To learn more about CTS, visit www. ctsonline.com. NACE International's Diamond, Gold, and Silver Corporate Members receive a "Spotlight" company profle in MP. For more information about the NACE Corporate Member Program or to schedule your profle interview, please contact corporate@nace.org. May 2013 MATERIALS PERFORMANCE 25