United States. PPG announced the launch of the PPG Sigmaglide 2390 liner, focused on helping shipowners reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions and meet demands for higher performance without adverse impact on the marine environment.
Biocide-free scale release coating is based on revolutionary PPG Hydroreset technology, which modifies the coating when immersed in water to create a super-smooth, nearly frictionless surface that marine organisms don't recognize and can't adhere to.
Based on third-party evidence from ISO 19030 and ITTC standards, this coating allows vessels to maintain a clean hull and reduce strength, achieving energy savings of up to 20%, speed loss performance of less than 1% and up to 35% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to traditional antifouling coatings.
Actual performance will depend on boat model and operating conditions.
"PPG Sigmaglide 2390 coating is a unique formulation that paves the way for ship owners and operators to improve efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions," explained PPG's Global Platform Director, Marine Coatings, Jan Willem Tegelaar.
"Speed loss performance of less than 1% helps ships operate at an average speed of a higher knot while remaining CII compliant," he added.
The exceptional scale control performance of PPG Sigmaglide 2390 coating is achieved without releasing biocides into the oceans.
PPG Sigmaglide 2390 coating is also suitable for electrostatic applications, providing high transfer efficiency, leading to lower paint consumption.
In service, the liner can offer up to 150 days of idle operation and an extended service life of more than 10 years with minimal maintenance requirements.
These benefits, combined with the energy savings, provide an industry-leading return on investment for shipowners.
