Marine industry

AkzoNobel Intersleek® 1100SR Coating Successfully Reduced Costs and Carbon Emissions

Data compiled from ships show that the coating Intersleek 1100SR® by AkzoNobel helped reduce fuel bills by $8 billion and emissions by 41 million tons.

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AkzoNobel Protected the Hull of the Large Cruise Ship Adora Magic City

The Intersmooth® fouling control technology developed by AkzoNobel has been specified to help to improve fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.

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I-Tech Signed a License Agreement to Provide Antifouling Agents to Paints Korea

The Selektope® antifouling agent developed by I-Tech AB increases the resistance to barnacle growth in marine paint systems, reducing fuel and maintenance costs.

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The World Maritime Forum Will Reunite Hundreds of Professionals in Copenhagen

The World Maritime Forum 2024 will provide a platform for collaboration and innovation.

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Pipeline Technology Conference Invites Professionals and Stakeholders to the Next Exhibition in Berlin

The 19th edition of the Pipeline Technology Conference will gather industry professionals to help shape the future of the sector.

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Researchers Developed a Non-Toxic Paintable Protein Inhibiting Biofouling

The researchers from Johns Hopkins APL presented a sustainable enzyme-based polymer coating for protecting hulls.

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AkzoNobel and Philips have Partnered with Damen Shipyards to Develop Pioneering Antifouling Solution

Damen Shipyards has teamed up with AkzoNobel and Philips to help further develop a state-of-the-art fouling control solution that uses UV-C light technology to keep underwater vessel hulls clean.

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Sherwin-Williams Introduced Two New High-Performance Interior Marine Decking Systems

SeaGuard One-Step Decking System and SeaGuard Decorative Color Flake System by Sherwin-Williams are suitable for both commercial and government ships.

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PPG Launched the Marine Coating Sigmaglide® 2390

PPG Sigmaglide® 2390 creates a smooth and non-stick hull surface, helping shipowners to lower power consumption and carbon emissions.

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KOTUG Applied a Non-Toxic Noise Reduction Coating to the Hull of its Vessel

The graphene-based sustainable marine coating of GIT will minimise the vibrations that may disturb marine life.

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AkzoNobel Yacht Coatings Launched the Sustainable Antifouling B-Free Range

The fouling control range of AkzoNobel improves hull efficiency and helps to reduce carbon footprint for leisure boating.

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Hempel Will Take Part in COP27

Hempel joins COP27 to push for an accelerated decarbonisation in the maritime and renewable energy industries.

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The World Maritime Week Will Be Focused on Technological Transformation and Sustainability

The World Maritime Week will take place from 21st to 23rd March 2023 at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre.

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Jotun Yachting Has Launched the MegaGloss Metallic Topcoat

The new supreme high gloss metallic topcoat system of Jotun will complete the MegaGloss family of products.

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Nippon Paint Marine Hull and Hold Coatings Specified by Polaris Shipping

South Korea bulk carrier operator Polaris Shipping has specified Nippon Paint Marine hull and hold coatings for a trio of its Very Large Ore Carriers (VLOC).

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