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In the maritime industry, the interplay between regulations, technologies and sustainability is crucial, particularly when it comes to selecting antifouling coatings for vessels, writes Davide Ippolito (director, solution management, marine) at Hempel. These elements play a critical role in biofouling management and the development of high-performance coatings, taking into consideration their impact on energy efficiency, […]
Bridgend-based Avantis Group has acquired Newcastle-based Bulldog Coating Services. This acquisition marks a significant step in Avantis Group’s growth strategy. The company says it will enhance its service offering and will see Avantis offer asset owners flexibility and freedom to perform major works anywhere in the world without access to dry dock facilities. Bulldog’s services […]
“It is becoming increasingly clear that vessel owners, and possibly the marine industry, should recognise, internalise, and adopt digitalisation techniques if they desire to reach 2030/2050 international emissions goals more easily and in a more sustainable fashion,” says José González, energy conservation manager at Stolt Tankers. González is responsible for planning and managing energy projects […]
Is a Sunseeker for a pound a bargain? According to Kara Gladman, group marketing executive at Avon Marina and Hypro Marine, her boss, Steve Clarke (commercial director), thought so. He bought one from eBay in November 2023, sight unseen. Hypro Marine is a designer and manufacturer of power-assisted steering systems and a sister company to Avon […]
Paints and coatings manufacturer AkzoNobel says its performance data has revealed that, over the past 10 years, over 41 million tonnes of CO2 have been saved with Intersleek 1100SR, and the coating has slashed ship fuel bills by $8bn. The real-world performance data is compiled from ships applied with the international brand Intersleek 1100SR. AkzoNobel […]
In the dynamic world of marine craftsmanship, the concepts of ‘fit-out’ and ‘refit’ stand as critical junctures in the lifecycle of a vessel, writes Edward Tuite, technical manager at British Marine. And now the sector’s considerable breadth is enjoying significant growth. Both terms, while distinct in their application, underscore the intricate process of transforming a […]
According to Santiago Arias, head of product sustainability at Hempel, it’s time boat owners were encouraged to explore alternatives when making decisions about hull protection. They need to understand and consider the impact of biocides on the marine environment and look at what else is on offer. “While biocidal antifouling paints have been traditional choices, […]
Rich Daltry, RAD co-founder, doesn’t shy away from environmental challenges facing the maritime sector. He says: “The marine industry is a major emitter of CO2, and an average boat engine produces ten times the CO2 of a car per km.” That’s why his company launched its RAD 40 — electric drive — at METS 2022 […]
In the quest for a greener maritime future, there is no one-size-fits-all solution and a variety of technologies must be considered to continue reducing carbon emissions from recreational boats, writes ICOMIA’s CEO Joe Lynch (right), technical consultant Patrick Hemp (left) and NMMA’s director of environment, health and safety compliance, Jeff Wasil (centre). Findings from new […]
“There are virtually no barriers to the use of our product,” says Stijn Leenders, marketing support for Rim Drive Technology (RDT), headquartered in the Netherlands. “It may take some time to get used to an electric engine. But there are only benefits. Our electric motors are easy to install, with only one rotating part, reducing […]
Vetus has been busily changing its outlook over the past decade. While marketing director Sander Gesink readily admits the company was once seen as a warehouse stocking all manner of marine goods, it’s now a hub of innovation which has taken onboard the challenges of the electric propulsion era and connected products. “We are truly a […]