The MPI Group is a publishing, training and marketing company that has been involved in the marine industry since 1981.
The MPI Group was originally formed to publish the well respected ship repair, maintenance and conversion magazine Drydock, which it still does to this day. Since those early days The MPI Group has produced a number of publications and delivered many training courses. This has given the group an impressive list of contacts and a detailed knowledge of the industry.
Our Brands

PCE International is a quarterly publication that continues to unite the International protective and marine coatings markets.

Fitz’s Atlas is the No.1 Resource for Coating Specialists, Inspectors and Surveyors Worldwide, serving as an invaluable companion for those working in the Coatings Industry.

Maritime Training Academy is an international leader in supplying distance-learning diplomas, with courses written and directed by experts in their field.

If you are involved in ship repair and maintenance afloat or in drydock you cannot afford to be without Drydock Magazine.

Satzuma Creative is a web & print design studio based in Peel House, Farnham. We work with many high profile clients and provide good quality design both quickly and affordably.
Meet The MPI Group Team
Central Support Team
Publishing – Drydock & PCE International Magazines
Maritime Training Academy – Education and Training
Satzuma Creative – Design for Web & Print
Latest News
- 2025 year in reviewby Satzuma-Creative on December 18, 2025 at 11:55 am
Maritime Training Academy: 2025 year in review As 2025 comes to a close, the Maritime Training Academy are reflecting on a year full of growth, milestones, and memorable moments. From launching new courses to celebrating long-standing team members, it has been a year to remember. Here’s a look back at some of the highlights. January We kicked off the year by celebrating our Student of […]
- A look back at the Monaco Yacht Showby Marketing on October 10, 2025 at 8:47 am
Two weeks ago, the Maritime Training Academy team — Matt, Beth, Keely, and Chloe — headed to the beautiful Port Hercule for the Monaco Yacht Show. It was a fantastic few days catching up with so many of our industry connections, past and current students, and even some future ones! There’s something truly special about
- An exciting new model for sustainable hull...by Mark Langdon on January 8, 2026 at 12:05 pm
Philippos Sfiris, Head of Market Strategy and Vessel Performance, GIT Coatings looks at a new model for sustainable hull performance
- Shaping the future of decarbonisation in shippingby Mark Langdon on January 8, 2026 at 11:35 am
Wärtsilä identifies four important trends that will affect global shipping in 2026
- SS Rotterdam – a case study in coatings...by Mark Langdon on January 8, 2026 at 9:49 am
Preserving an icon - how a modern makeover of the SS Rotterdam became a case study in coatings innovation The post SS Rotterdam – a case study in coatings innovation appeared first on PCE International.
- Selecting...by Mark Langdon on January 7, 2026 at 1:24 pm
Carboline explains how to select the ideal intumescent fire-resistant material The post Selecting the ideal intumescent fire-resistant material appeared first on PCE International.






















