Are Cargo Tank Coatings More Important than the Design of the Vessel?
What are the risks associated with adopting a generic approach to coating selection and specification? In the November issue of The Naval Architect, published by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA), Safinah Group’s Andy Hopkinson discusses relevant...Biofouling Challenges in the Recreational Boating Sector: How to Preserve Biodiversity and the Yacht
Why is biodiversity important and how is it linked to reported biofouling control practices? What can be done to ensure minimal negative impact on the environment? Biofouling on the hull translates into additional fuel costs, while heavily fouled pipework, such as...Biofouling in Commercial Shipping: The Importance of Ship-Specific Functional Specifications
What can we learn from coating condition assessments at drydock? Do current coating selection and specification practices ensure optimal performance? There are hundreds of antifouling products available on the market. For the optimal antifouling solution to be...“€1 million per micron” – Assessing the Quality of Superyacht Finishes
What is the “orange peel” effect and what can be done to control it? In the September / October issue of the Ship & Boat International magazine, published by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA), Safinah Group’s Alan Guy discusses the challenges in...Safinah Group joins Marine Energy Wales
Safinah Group is the newest member of Marine Energy Wales, an initiative dedicated to establishing Wales as a global leader in sustainable marine energy generation. Marine Energy Wales (MEW), founded and managed by Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum, is an initiative...Talk to one of our coatings or engineering experts today on +44 1670 519 900 or email the team at enquiries@safinah-group.com