Hull coatings’ vital role in vessel efficiency

The image shows a worker testing the efficacy of Hempel marine coatings

Source: Hempel

Hempel has partnered with DNV to independently verify its innovative hull coatings, the aim being to demonstrate their effectiveness in enhancing vessel efficiency and emissions reduction.

DNV has verified that Hempel’s Hempaguard X7 hull coating reduces fuel consumption by up to 20% and decreases average speed loss by 1.4%. 

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