Description

Antifouling coatings are widely used to remove or prevent the accumulation of microorganisms, plants, or animals on wetted surfaces. The technology is an area of high interest in industries where surfaces are constantly in contact with underwater bodies and fouling agents. The build up of fouling on surfaces reduces the performance efficiency of the unit, increases the fuel requirement, and therefore contributes to higher carbon emissions. The application of antifouling coatings has been found to reduce these challenges, while reducing the need for maintenance and operation costs.

The Advanced Coating & Surface Technology TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) provides intelligence on technologies, products, processes, applications and strategic insights on various coatings across industries. This encompasses protective and functional coatings such as antimicrobial coatings, food coatings, energy-saving coatings, smart glazing, hydrophilic, hydrophobic and super hydrophobic coatings, corrosion protection coatings, barrier coatings and paints.

The Materials and Coatings cluster tracks research & innovation trends and developments across specialty chemicals, plastics, polymers, chemicals, bio-chemicals, metals, coatings, thin films, surface treatments, composites, alloys, oil and gas, fuel additives, fibers and several other related technologies and its impact and application across industries.

Keywords: Antifouling coating, ship hull, marine biofouling, heat exchanger fouling, fuel efficiency