Houston, Texas – (May 6, 2026) — The cost of shipping technical publications internationally has limited access to critical knowledge in engineering and materials protection, sometimes exceeding $500 per book in certain regions and placing resources out of reach for professionals outside the United States.
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the leading global authority in materials protection and performance, is addressing that gap with a new global fulfillment model that reduces international shipping costs by up to 90 percent and enables regional production and distribution of printed technical materials.
By shifting fulfillment closer to end users, AMPP is removing a long-standing barrier for engineers, students, and institutions working in materials protection and corrosion control, fields directly tied to infrastructure reliability, safety, and sustainability.
In addition to lowering single-order costs, AMPP has introduced a quantity-based shipping structure that reduces the marginal cost of each additional book, improving affordability for training programs, universities, and bulk purchasers.
“Access to technical knowledge shouldn’t be limited by geography or cost,” said Eliina Lizarraga, Senior Director, Media and Publishing at AMPP. “By reducing shipping costs and improving distribution, we’re making it easier for professionals around the world to access the resources they need to support safer, more reliable infrastructure. In many regions, shipping has dropped to as little as $40 to $55 per book.”
Key benefits of the new fulfillment model include:
- Substantially lower international shipping costs across major global regions
- Expanded access to technical publications for engineers, students, and professionals
- More cost-effective bulk purchasing for organizations and training programs
- A more flexible and scalable distribution model to support global growth
This initiative supports AMPP’s broader commitment to improving access to standards, publications, and technical resources that advance safety, reliability, and sustainability across industries.
The enhanced shipping model is now being implemented across AMPP’s bookstore and will continue to evolve as part of the organization’s efforts to strengthen global engagement and knowledge sharing.
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 41,000 members in over 150 countries, AMPP is the largest organization of its kind, providing innovative standards, certifications, training, and resources. 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