<p>This report clarifies and defines common terms used in protective paint systems in the oil and gas industry.</p> <p>The expected benefits of implementation of this report are:</p> <ul> <li>standardized generic descriptions to enable better comparisons of similar paint types and properties; </li><li>better understanding of terminology and technical for end users; </li><li>improved understanding of the different coating types used onshore and offshore; </li><li>provides a framework and background information for suppliers to adapt their documentation to a more standardized approach; </li><li>increased transparency and openness within the coating industry and between coating suppliers; </li><li>better alignment of technical documentation between companies providing more representative and realistic information to the end user; </li><li>provides a reference to documentation used in the industry (existing standards); </li><li>educational on every level - contractor, subcontractor and coating supplier - due to the clear and concise format. </li></ul> <p>Please note that this report does not cover linings, metallic coatings, polyolefins etc.</p>