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 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...The Transition to Biocide Free Coatings
Safinah Group’s Carl Barnes considers the evolution of antifouling technologies and how the latest solutions really perform. Controlling fouling on immersed surfaces has been a requirement since ships have been used as a means of transport. Historically,...A Shield of Protection: Coatings in the LNG Industry
Carl Barnes details the need for protective coatings to maintain the integrity and value of LNG carriers throughout their trading lifetimes. Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been temporarily converted into a liquid making it easier to store and...The Development of Copper-free Antifouling Coatings
What are the challenges faced in formulating copper-free marine antifouling coatings and bringing new technology to market? In the June 2020 issue of The Naval Architect magazine, published by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA), Safinah Group’s Carl...Talk to one of our coatings or engineering experts today on +44 1670 519 900 or email the team at enquiries@safinah-group.com