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
- A look back at the Monaco Yacht Show
by Marketing on October 10, 2025 at 8:47 amTwo 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
- Student Spotlight: Patricio Barra Tassaraby Marketing on September 12, 2025 at 11:49 am
At Maritime Training Academy, we take pride in supporting professionals in advancing their careers in the maritime industry. Patricio is a shining example of this dedication. Having previously completed our Diploma in Marine Salvage and Diploma in Shipbuilding & Ship Repair, he recently undertook our short course in Surveying Yacht & Small Craft Systems, achieving
- Seastock Training is in the front line of vessel...
by Mark Langdon on November 7, 2025 at 3:05 pmHands-on Seastock Training helps crews catch and fix marine coatings issues before they escalate
- Interview with Navantia UK’s CEO Donata Martinezby Mark Langdon on November 7, 2025 at 2:47 pm
Navantia UK completed its acquisition of Harland & Wolff’s facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil and Arnish in January 2025 and Donata Martinez has been CEO of Navantia UK since May
- Sepiolite vs Bentonite: Understanding the...
by Mark Langdon on September 9, 2025 at 12:28 pmIn the formulation of products such as paints, coatings, adhesives, mortars, and various construction materials, rheological control is a cornerstone of performance. The post Sepiolite vs Bentonite: Understanding the rheological impact of two distinct clays appeared first on PCE International.
- Next generation No 1 top coatby Mark Langdon on September 8, 2025 at 8:46 am
Jotun has announced the launch of Hardtop XP II – the next generation of its most sold product. The original Hardtop XP is a well-known and recognised top coat in various industries like energy, shipping and infrastructure The post Next generation No 1 top coat appeared first on PCE International.
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