Coatings are often missed in shipbuilding budgets, yet they can make up over 20% of a vessel’s lifetime operating costs if issues arise. Poor coating choices can lead to expensive outcomes, like £50,000 – £100,000 in daily off-hire fees and
Cellulosic intumescent coatings are a critical component of passive fire protection (PFP) systems used to maintain structural integrity during fires in environments where cellulose-based materials—such as wood, paper, and furniture—are common fuel sources.
Antifouling coatings use a soluble resin system that releases biocides to prevent marine fouling, with their effectiveness depending on the resin’s solubility and biocide composition. Selecting the right coating is complex, as it must align with a vessel’s speed, activity,
The Reengineer published the article “The Impact of Climate Change on Paint and Coatings” 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.
Due to environmental legislation, exhaust gas scrubbers have and continue to be installed in almost every type of ship, and whilst improving atmospheric emissions they obviously can be detrimental to both the operation and fabric of a ship such as
An increasing demand for LNG as a more environmentally friendly fuel gives new safety challenges and the need for new technology to provide protection in the event of a spillage. While LNG offers environmental benefits, such as reduced SOx and
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