Case Studies
Providing a resource for clients and partners, the repository demonstrates our commitment to delivering tailored solutions that optimise performance, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with industry standards, while continually pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence.
Safinah’s case studies repository is a comprehensive collection of real-world examples showcasing our expertise in solving complex challenges across industries. Each case study highlights a unique project, detailing the client’s needs, the innovative solutions implemented, and the measurable outcomes achieved. The collection spans various sectors, including marine, energy, infrastructure and yacht coatings, asset protection, and risk management, offering insights into Safinah’s collaborative, data-driven approach.
Latest case studies

Functional specifications to reduce through life costs
The project is to develop a method to assess the technical merit of bids from rival paint companies after the owner had put a fleet

Market Insight – Technology Assessment
A major paint manufacturer instructed Safinah to assist in expanding their business into the leisure market by providing:
Review of current formulations in the market<br

Blistering of cargo tank coatings
Safinah conducted an investigation for an insurance company to determine the root cause of the a blistering of the cargo tank coatings on a number

Detachment of underwater hull coatings
This project involved a vessel that had extensive detachment of the underwater hull coatings which the management company instructed Safinah to review the in dock

Hull fouling after a prolonged static period
Safinah was instructed by a large global law firm on behalf of the owner of a vessel that was left static for a number of

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

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 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
