The impact of climate change on paint and coatings

The Reengineer recently published the article “Guess what! The climate change is coming for paint” by Chris Baraniuk, featuring Safinah Managing Director Andy Hopkinson’s expert opinion on the damaging effects of climate change on paints and coatings which are far-reaching. 

Rising temperatures, UV radiation, and changing environmental conditions are pushing researchers and manufacturers to develop more durable and efficient solutions. From anti-corrosion paints to reflective coatings and biofouling-resistant materials, industries are adapting to new challenges.

While some of these innovations are still in development, the urgency is clear. Climate change is accelerating, and the need for tougher, longer-lasting coatings is more critical than ever. Investing in research and new technologies will be essential in ensuring that infrastructure, ships, and buildings remain protected in an increasingly unpredictable world.

Discover our sustainability goals and position, and how we are utilising our expertise in helping combat the impacts of climate change.

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Jakov "Bobo" Radenovic

Consultant (Americas)

Jakov joined the industry as a Coating Inspector and has worked in the protective coating industry for over 37 years. He has a wealth of experience from technical leadership positions held in Europe, Middle East, Asia/Pacific and Americas.

His speciality is in surface treatment, corrosion and fouling protection by protective coatings; from coating system & specification design to field testing and implementation, practical application, risk management and failure analysis.

Prior to joining Safinah, Jakov was working as a Technical Service Director and Chief Consultant for Global Key Accounts in renewable energy, with one of the major, global suppliers of coating solutions to Marine, Energy, Infrastructure, Industrial and Decorative sectors.

Expertise

Marine coatings and heavy-duty coatings in Energy and Infrastructure sectors

Languages spoken

Croatian, English

Qualifications

FROSIO Level 3, NACE CIP Level 1, Nautical Engineer

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