Dubai, UAE — October 2025
Nord Welding & Engineering (NWE) participated in the RINA UAE Annual Technical Seminar 2025, where Mr. Hamidreza Saadat, Technical Manager at NWE, delivered a presentation titled:
“AI-Assisted Visual Assessment and Durability Mapping of Protective Coatings in Marine Environments.”
The session explored how artificial intelligence, digital analytics, and structured inspection methodologies are transforming traditional approaches to corrosion and coating assessment.
By integrating AI-assisted defect detection and data visualization tools, NWE demonstrates how digitalization enhances reliability, minimizes human error, and enables predictive maintenance strategies for offshore and marine structures.
The seminar — chaired by Mr. Ashik Subahani, CEng, FRINA, and organized by the RINA UAE Branch — brought together industry leaders, engineers, and integrity specialists to discuss the future of maritime engineering, asset reliability, and sustainable operations.
The exchange of technical knowledge during the event reinforced the importance of collaboration between inspection experts, classification societies, and technology providers in shaping next-generation engineering practices.
As an official sponsor, NWE reaffirmed its commitment to advancing innovation, safety, and sustainability within the global oil, gas, and energy sectors. The company’s participation underscored its leadership in integrating engineering expertise with data-driven technologies to improve decision-making and extend the life of critical assets.
With over two decades of combined experience in inspection, integrity assessment, and advanced engineering, NWE continues to support clients worldwide through certified inspection services, technical audits, and AI-powered digital solutions — all designed to optimize asset performance and ensure long-term operational safety.
🔗 Learn more about NWE’s integrity and inspection capabilities: www.nwegroup.no
3 Responses
Wow! AI-powered Integrity by NWE at RINA UAE in 2020 is amazing and inspiring. I love how they have used their advanced technology to improve the integrity of the shipbuilding industry.
Hi there! This blog post about the integration of AI-Powered Integrity at RINA UAE is fascinating. Its great to see how technology can enhance efficiency and effectiveness in various industries.
It’s fantastic to hear about NWE’s AI-powered integrity solutions being showcased at RINA UAE 2025! This sounds like a crucial step for the industry, especially with the focus on AI for ensuring safety and reliability. I’m keen to see how these advancements will impact maritime and energy sectors.