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
Andrew Deere
Managing Director
Keely Moss
Administrative Coordinator
Publishing – Drydock & PCE International Magazines
Mark Langdon
Editorial
Mike Garside
Editorial Consultant
Nick Carugati
Advertising Manager
Maritime Training Academy – Education and Training
Amber Shotton
Global Account Manager
Matthew Elliott
Commercial Manager
Satzuma Creative – Design for Web & Print
Tatum Le Patourel
Studio Manager
Joshua O'Sullivan
Creative Designer
Latest News
- Yachtzoo joins MTA
by Keely on September 10, 2026 at 8:49 amYachtzoo Joins Leading Superyacht Organisations Supporting Maritime Training Academy Maritime Training Academy (MTA) is delighted to announce that Yachtzoo has agreed to support four of our specialist superyacht training programmes, further strengthening the connection between our professional education and the wider superyacht industry. Yachtzoo will support the Superyacht Management, […]
- VLCC and Tanker Careers News
by Keely on July 18, 2026 at 10:41 amThe Tanker sector is growing, and so is the demand for specialist maritime expertise. With VLCC newbuilding orders surging in 2026, opportunities are emerging across vessel operations, engineering, surveying, ship management, safety and newbuilding projects. For professionals looking to develop specialist tanker knowledge, MTA’s Diploma in Tanker Operations provides a recognised training […]
- Rethinking onboard maintenance
by Mark Langdon on September 10, 2026 at 8:56 amPPG explains why a straightforward coating onboard maintenance routine can improve consistency and asset protection
- An AWESOME projectby Mark Langdon on September 7, 2026 at 9:42 am
AWESOME (Advanced Wind Energy System Optimisation & Monitoring for Efficiency) is a Horizon Europe-funded project that delivers validated tools, standardised methodologies and real-world performance data to reduce uncertainty around wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS)
- New steel fire protection coating
by MarkLangdon on July 30, 2026 at 8:29 amHempel launches new steel fire protection coating designed to reduce paint consumption
- AkzoNobel launches self-cleaning exterior coating
by MarkLangdon on July 29, 2026 at 9:11 amAkzoNobel has launched a self-cleaning exterior coating to support China’s urban renewal The new self-cleaning extrusion coating which uses natural rainfall to help remove dust and stains from exterior walls has been launched by AkzoNobel in China. The TRINAR SC Series was developed specifically to support the country’s urban renewal. The new coating will address demand
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