What does it take to protect critical infrastructure from failure?

On 4 April, our CP4 Cathodic Protection Specialist, Thamizh Dhanapal, joined Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) as an invited speaker for the FEng Lecture Series 2026 to explore this critical question.

In his session, “Safeguarding Infrastructure,” Thamizh unpacked the realities behind Cathodic Protection (CP), pipelines, and asset integrity—where unseen threats like corrosion, mechanical stress, and structural degradation can quietly lead to major failures if left unmanaged.

Bringing industry into the classroom, the session went beyond theory to share real-world insights on how CP systems operate, how pipelines behave under stress, and the risks engineers must anticipate in complex environments. It also touched on how digitalization and AI are transforming asset integrity—shifting the industry toward more predictive, data-driven approaches.

A highlight was the hands-on “CP in a Lunchbox” demonstration, making complex concepts tangible, practical, and memorable.

The engagement from UTB’s final-year Chemical and Mechanical Engineering students was especially encouraging—their curiosity and thoughtful questions reflect a promising future for Brunei’s engineering sector.

One key takeaway: every pipeline, tank, and structure is in a constant battle against corrosion—and corrosion engineers are critical to keeping these systems safe and operational.

At Sepakat, we believe in not only solving today’s challenges, but also sharing knowledge and building the next generation of engineers.

Our sincere thanks to Universiti Teknologi Brunei, especially Dr. Khairunnisa Nabilah Binti Hj Ruslan for organizing the session, and to Dr. Khan and Dr. Denni for facilitating an engaging discussion.