Senior marine corrosion and structural adviser with deep experience across aluminium, steel, and timber vessels, and strong professional standing grounded in practical judgement. Corrosion Solutions provides specialist marine corrosion and structural advisory services focused on vessels and seawater-exposed systems. The practice supports vessel owners, designers, and operators with independent technical advice, combining shipyard experience with analytical assessment and clear reporting. Engagements typically involve complex interfaces between structure, materials, cathodic protection, and in-service operational conditions.
Services
Marine corrosion and cathodic protection advisory Corrosion risk and materials review for aluminium, steel, and timber vessels Structural assessment and FEA advisory (FEMAP / NX Nastran) Design review, peer review, and technical reporting Mixed-metal interfaces, bonding, and shore power interaction review In-service corrosion investigation and mitigation advice
Cathodic protection investigations
Pleasure craft & wooden vessels
Selected project experience
CSIRO – RV InvestigatorMarine corrosion and cathodic protection advisory for Australia’s national research vessel, including investigation of driveline protection, CP interaction, and shore interface risks.
Incat CrowtherCorrosion and structural advisory support for high-speed vessel projects, including design review and in-service considerations.
Hydro TasmaniaSpecialist advisory engagement commissioned on the basis of marine and seawater-exposure corrosion experience.
Coastal aluminium and steel installationPreservation-focused corrosion advisory for a large, non-standard structure exposed to aggressive marine atmospheric conditions.
AIMS – aluminium trimaran research vesselDesign-stage corrosion and materials advisory supporting long-term durability in demanding marine conditions.
Professional involvement and standing
Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) – Member, Australian Division; Former Chair (two years) and current Treasurer, Tasmanian Section. Previously listed on Tasmanian Defence industry registers for specialist marine corrosion advisory services. Invited presenter on marine electrolysis and corrosion at the Cruising Yacht Club of Tasmania, with contribution published in Albatross (September 2023). Active supporter of student and early-career engagement initiatives, including the Solar Boat Challenge.
Client feedback
“Chris provided thoughtful and practical assistance with corrosion issues across our vessels. We appreciated the interest he took in understanding the vessels and the way they were operated.” John de Bruyn, General Manager, De Bruyn’s Transport
Community connection
Alongside commercial and government work, Corrosion Solutions maintains strong ties to the Tasmanian maritime community, including pleasure craft operators and the wooden boat sector. This includes active participation in recent Australian Wooden Boat Festival events, securing State Growth grant support for RINA representation, and supporting student engagement through the schools Solar Boat Challenge, including volunteering and prize judging. This involvement reflects a commitment to maintaining a visible professional presence and contributing to the development and continuity of the maritime engineering profession.
Contact
Chris Davies
Corrosion Solutionschris@corrosionsolutions.com.au
Tasmania, Australia
