AMPP Congratulates Board Chair Juan Caballero on Appointment as Coordinator of SPIA Corrosion Commission
Juan Caballero, AMPP Board Chair, has been selected to lead the Corrosion Commission of the Panamanian Society of Engineers and Architects (SPIA), advancing collaboration and technical expertise in corrosion prevention.
- (1888PressRelease) August 18, 2025 - The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the world’s largest nonprofit dedicated to materials protection and performance, is proud to recognize its Board Chair, Juan Caballero, on his appointment as Coordinator of the Corrosion Commission for the Panamanian Society of Engineers and Architects (SPIA).
Caballero’s new role with SPIA reflects his distinguished career, proven leadership, and dedication to advancing corrosion prevention locally and globally. As Corrosion Commission Coordinator, he will guide the commission’s work in alignment with SPIA’s strategic objectives, leading initiatives to promote the profession, strengthen technical expertise, and foster the exchange of best practices in corrosion control. He will also represent the commission in national and international forums, ensuring Panama’s voice is present in global infrastructure conversations.
As AMPP’s Board Chair, Caballero is pivotal in guiding the organization’s mission to protect critical assets and infrastructure worldwide. He has been instrumental in advancing standards, training, and professional development programs that help ensure safety, security, and sustainability through corrosion control. His leadership in both AMPP and SPIA uniquely positions him to bridge Panama’s engineering priorities with international best practices, strengthening collaboration between the national and global engineering communities.
“Juan’s appointment to lead SPIA’s Corrosion Commission is a well-deserved recognition of his expertise and vision,” said AMPP CEO Alan Thomas. “His ability to connect Panama’s infrastructure needs with global solutions will bring lasting value to both SPIA and AMPP’s shared mission of protecting the world’s critical assets.”
Caballero has extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams, implementing corrosion prevention strategies, and contributing to industry-wide initiatives across Latin America. His dual leadership roles underscore the importance of collaboration between national engineering organizations and global associations in tackling infrastructure challenges.
To learn more about AMPP and its global initiatives, please explore www.ampp.org. For further details on the SPIA, visit www.spia.org.pa.
ABOUT AMPP
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) is a global leader dedicated to the protection of assets and the performance of industrial and natural materials. Established in 2021, AMPP brings together nearly 150 years of combined expertise from legacy organizations to advance solutions that enhance safety, security, and sustainability across industries. Serving more than 37,500 members in over 150 countries, AMPP is the largest organization of its kind, providing innovative standards, certifications, training, and resources to its members. Headquartered in the United States with offices in Houston and Pittsburgh, AMPP also operates regional offices in Brazil, Canada, China, Dubai (training center), Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom. www.ampp.org
About SPAI
The Panamanian Society of Engineers and Architects (SPIA) is a non-profit professional guild with legal status that brings together Panamanian engineering and architecture professionals. It was founded on September 15, 1919. https://spia.org.pa
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