The fleetwide rollout followed onboard trials evaluating deck temperatures, cooling demand and crew conditions during voyages in high-solar-radiation regions.
A biocide-free approach to controlling hull fouling targets vessel efficiency, emissions and material waste without relying on conventional antifoulants.
Biocidal antifouling coatings continue to dominate marine biofouling control as regulators, shipowners and coatings manufacturers reassess performance, risk and sustainability tradeoffs.
This article evaluates prevailing metal surface preparation technologies, analyzes industry-specific pretreatment selection criteria and reviews emerging innovations in this space.