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Mega Rust Background
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Mega Rust is an annual event that began in June 2005 and rotates between Louisville, KY; Norfolk, VA; and San Diego, CA to best
meet the needs of the U.S. Navy, and combines six annual
conferences/meetings.
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U.S. Navy and Industry Corrosion Technology Exchange, "Rust" Conference |
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Commander, Fleet Forces Commands Fleet Corrosion Control Forum |
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NAVSEA Submarine Preservation Conference |
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Navy Shipyards and Intermediate Maintenance Facilities Coatings Group Meeting |
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U.S.C.G. Coatings & Corrosion Control Tiger Team Meeting |
This conference brings together government, military, owners, operators, shipyards, research facilities, and coatings manufacturers and suppliers to discuss issues pertinet to the preservation industry.
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Mega Rust Goals
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Present the Fleet and industrys needs in areas of preservation |
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Highlight new and innovative preservation technologies/methods, successful applications of new products, research and development, preservation of materials, environmentally compliant processes and lessons learned |
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Develop and maintain an infrastructure to provide essential feedback loops between the Fleet and industry that will facilitate the transfer of technologies presently available |
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Focus on partnership opportunities between the Fleet and industry |
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Provide training opportunities to Fleet and industry |
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Mega Rust Attendee/Exhibitor Information
Attendee/Exhibitor Information
| Mega Rust 2008 - August 18 - 21, 2008 - Louisville, Kentucky
Attendee Registration Form or
Exhibitor Registration Form
(For Mailing in or Faxing)
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Why Attend
Attendees are provided an opportunity to discuss their needs and problems, in the areas of preservation technology, and government regulations. They can discover new products by visiting over 100 Exhibits, learn about innovative technologies to reduce their costs, benefit from excellent networking opportunities available with leading corrosion control companies and military personnel, update their knowledge of preservation technology solutions by attending panel discussions and over 60 technical presentations, and receive formal training by attending one of the coatings or corrosion control courses.
Who Attends
Government, military, owners, operators, shipyards, research facilities, and coatings manufacturers and suppliers to discuss issues pertinet to the preservation industry.
Attendee Registration Prices
Attendees List
Preliminary Agenda
Abstract/Bio Form
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Why Exhibit
Exhibitors have the opportunity to make technical presentations, exhibit their products or technology, and network with individuals from all branches of the U.S. Military, shipyards, research facilities, private industry and other individuals interested in corrosion control and preservation technology
Exhibitor Registration Prices
Exhibitors List
Exhibitor Floor Plan
Exhibitor Schedule: Coming soon.
Packet: Coming soon.
Testimonials: Coming soon.
Sponsorship Opportunities
View our Sponsors: Coming soon.
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Mega Rust Training Offered
Training Offered
Soluble Salt Testing and Removal
Surface Preparation
OSD Product Introduction class for Vendors
Shipboard Corrosion Assessment Training – NACE
CP1-Cathodic Protection Tester Course-NACE
CP2-Cathodic Protection Technician-Marine-NACE
NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspectors Course-SSPC
Marine Coatings Course-SSPC
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Mega Rust Travel & Accomodations
Travel & Accomodations
Mega Rust 2008 will be held at:
Galt House Hotel & Suites
140 N 4th St.
Louisville, KY 40202
502-589-5200
www.galthouse.com
Cut off date for attendee block of rooms is: July 26, 2008
Room Rates
The Galt House Hotel & Suites will offer the prevailing 2008 government rate in the West Tower. If attendees would like to reserve a suite in the East Tower, room rates will increase by $45.00.
Directions/Ground Transportation
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Mega Rust Offsite Event
Offsite Event
Belle of Louisville
The NST Center has arranged a riverboat cruise aboard the Belle of Louisville for Mega Rust 2008. Join us for a scenic excursion along the Ohio River on Wednesday Evening, August 20th.
Tickets will be available at no charge on a first-come-first-served basis to all full conference registrants. Please send RSVP's to Sherry Litton at slitton@nstcenter.com.
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