Nippon hull paint goes copper-free

Japan-headquartered Nippon Paint Marine has introduced what is thought the world’s first biocide-free, low friction self-polishing copolymer (SPC) antifouling technology. Aquaterras, a product name derived from the Japanese word for shining and the Latin for water –...

Bolidt hits all-time high as cruise refits surge

The vibrant cruise ship refurbishment market is reflected in an all-time high in refit work for Bolidt Synthetic Products & Systems, with the record including completion of five major ship projects so far this year. Bookings for a further seven large ship jobs...

Powder coating for new tower at Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey’s new £23 million Weston Tower is the first major addition to the famous church since 1745. The tower features 500 leaded windows, every window frame protected with Interpo powder coatings supplied by AkzoNobel. The tower provides staircase and...

Two new colorants added to HMG Lite unit

HMG Paints has further expanded its innovative Unit Lite mixing scheme with the addition of two brand new lead-free High Opacity Colourants. A high opacity Green Shade Yellow and Red Shade Yellow are now available for HMG’s diverse customer base and distributor...