Regulatory changes drive development of disruptive technologies
The challenge of fouling prevention has been placed under increased regulatory pressure resulting in a steady reduction in the approved biocide packages available to formulators. Safinah worked with Philips to assist them to bring to market the “RunWell” system that is now in advance stage of development with tests/trials being conducted on board selected vessels.
Market Insight – Marine and Yacht
A major manufacturer of raw materials used in antifouling paint commissioned Safinah to carry out analysis of the market for commercial shipping and leisure craft to identify market demand and forecast for antifouling paint, new technologies and potential disruptive technologies, and future regulations which may impact on business strategy.
Market Insight – Offshore Wind
Safinah was contracted by a major paint manufacturer to carry out analysis of the market for offshore wind farm foundations in order to identify the market demand and forecast for coatings based on current and future foundation types, key market players and decision makers, current coating offers, technology used and provide assessment thereof.
Market Insight – Training on Coating Formulation
A major manufacturer of raw materials used in heavy duty coatings contacted Safinah to develop and present a bespoke training course on how to formulate marine coatings for all vessel areas, including anticorrosive for ballast tanks, cargo tanks, cargo holds; underwater scheme including antifouling, foul release and tie coats; topcoats.
The training also includes how to test coatings and interpret the associated results.
To identify the unmet needs of the marine market.
