A team of researchers at Mercer University discovered a polymeric material that can withstand extreme weathering conditions and is capable of self-healing.
The self-polishing copolymer antifouling solution developed by Nippon Paint Marine has been successfully applied on the hulls of KSS Line’s LPG carriers.
Through the Clean Hull Initiative, Jotun and Bellona aim to develop an industry standard for proactive hull cleaning and tackle the global biofouling issue.
The antifouling system FASTAR® I developed by Nippon Paint Marine will be used to protect energy efficient vessels.
Sherwin-Williams has been awarded for the excellence in talent, product innovation and coating projects.
The new tank lining developed by PPG offers two or three coat flexibility and increases the resistance against fatty acids.
Cortec announced the release of EcoAir Biobased Outdoor Coating powered by Nano VpCI, a ready-to-use temporary coating designed for severe marine and high humidity conditions.
Nippon Paint Marine will apply its new antifouling system FASTAR® to COSCO’s fleet to provide high performance and improve drydock efficiency.
AGM has launched its own range of graphene-enhanced anti-corrosion paints alongside another high-performance non-metal additive.
Newly built U-Ming’s bulk carriers will use the Hull Skating Solutions developed by Jotun.
AkzoNobel and ECOsubsea further strengthened their partnership with a new sustainable hull management tool.
AkzoNobel’s International brand has launched Intertrac HullCare, a hull management system that offers operators unprecedented control by combining remote inspection, advanced cleaning technologies and big data monitoring.
The Office of Technology Transitions is funding research to optimise non-toxic coatings for control of biofouling and corrosion on marine energy devices and facilities.
A new Jotun study based on MRV data reports that vessels using Jotun HPS register a 20% lower carbon intensity in operations.
PPG announced the expansion of its Sigma Sailadvance coating range with PPG SIGMA SAILADVANCE NX coating, a significant breakthrough in antifouling technology.