The Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Berlin successfully hosted a Military Forum on June 25, 2025, focusing on the “Combat Ready Preservation of Military Assets with Patented VpCI® Technology.” The event brought together military industry experts from across the globe to explore the crucial role of advanced corrosion protection in enhancing the operational readiness and longevity of military equipment.
The forum highlighted VpCI® technology, developed by Cortec® Corporation, a global leader in environmentally responsible corrosion protection. Cortec’s experts, alongside their partners, shared extensive field experience, highlighting VpCI® corrosion inhibitors in diverse applications for the United
States Navy, U.S. Air Force, and The Royal Navy. Experts from France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States further enriched the discussions with case histories, showcasing successful global military applications of VpCI® technology. These examples demonstrated effective corrosion protection in both military industry production processes and during the preservation phase of assets.Â
“We’re delighted to be part of this important forum,” stated Ivana Radic Borsic, Vice President of Sales, Europe at Cortec Corporation. “It highlights the critical link between effective corrosion protection and maintaining a combat-ready military, especially as VpCI® technology significantly improves corrosion protection in both military industry production processes and the preservation phase.” Mrs. Radic continued, “We’re especially thankful to the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Berlin for hosting such a vital and informative Military Forum. It was an honor to share insights into VpCI® technology and our joint commitment to sustainable asset preservation.”
Attendees at the Military Forum had the opportunity to network with leading military industry experts and international partners. They engaged in insightful discussions on the latest advancements in corrosion protection, sharing knowledge and best practices. Participants also explored cutting-edge VpCI® solutions and their global applications, discovering innovative protective measures.
Cortec® Corporation’s commitment to sustainable corrosion solutions was also a key theme, with discussions on biobased formulations, recyclability, and waste management practices that align with circular economy principles. This focus on sustainability ensures asset preservation while minimizing environmental impact, matching with modern military objectives.
Military Forum served as a unique platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration, reinforcing the international commitment to utilizing innovative solutions for military asset preservation and readiness.
For this event, the Croatian Society for Materials Protection unveiled a new book: “Corrosion and Protection Using Inhibitors – Vapor Phase Inhibitors and Military Equipment” by Mr.sc. Tadija Madzar, retired Colonel, Croatian Army.
Cortec’s solutions are used by global military personnel and comply with various military and NATO specifications. You can find out more about Cortec’s corrosion prevention solutions for the military at https://www.milcorr.com/
