Jotun, Hempel & Sigma Marine Coatings: Hull Protection & Antifouling in Shipyards

Fuel efficiency in international maritime transport is directly correlated with hull roughness and biofouling prevention. Selecting the optimal coating system during drydock hydroblasting can reduce fuel consumption by up to 14%. ### 1. Recommended Coating Systems - **Under-Water Hull (Antifouling)**: Silyl/acrylic polymer self-polishing antifouling providing up to 60 months of biofouling defense. - **Topsides & Decks**: High-build surface-tolerant epoxy mastic primers topped with UV-resistant polyurethane finishes. - **Ballast Tanks (PSPC Standard)**: IMO MSC.215(82) compliant light-colored epoxy coatings. ### 2. Instant Batch Availability Tuzla Supply stocks 20L factory-sealed pails of Jotun SeaQuantum, Jotamastic, Hempel Dynamic, and SigmaCover with rapid delivery directly into shipyard paint lockers.