International marine coatings

At Posidonia Events, our Global Marine Segment Manager Chris Birkert joined SAFETY4SEA to talk about what it really takes to achieve effective hull performance. It starts with the right coating choice, but it doesn't end there.

Three factors make the difference:

✅ Selecting the right product for each vessel's speed, trading pattern and operating profile.

✅Ensuring correct application in dry dock (hull roughness matters more than you think)

✅Using performance data in service to monitor speed loss and act proactively

No two ships operate the same way, and we believe coatings should be seen not just as an upfront cost, but as a true operational benefit from dry dock to dry dock.

We also introduced Intersleek 2120 at Posidonia - our new cost-optimized, biocide-free foul-release solution, ideal for bulkers and tankers.

Watch the full interview: 👉 🔗 https://safety4sea.com/cm-akzonobel-effective-hull-performance-starts-with-the-right-coating-choice/



The team are LIVE at Posidonia in Athens!

We’re in Hall 4, stand 4.110 - find out how we are bringing silicone performance within reach!

Getting ready for Posidonia Events?

Here’s our checklist for a great week ahead.

Alongside the essentials, don’t miss the opportunity to connect with our experts and join our technical seminar on the latest developments in performance, sustainability and decarbonization.

🗓️ 2–5 June
🏛️ Metropolitan Expo, Athens
📍 Hall 4, stand 4.110

How are you shifting operations as your bulkers age? Find out why experts agree not every vessel needs an ultra-premium coating, and how fleets can lower future drydock and emission-related costs with strategic choices now.

Read more in our Bulker Q&A: https://bit.ly/4nbcOTj

We are proud to be exhibiting at MegaRust 2026, a premier event bringing together leaders and professionals across the Navy and Coast Guard sectors.

Visit us at Booth 19 to connect with our team and learn how our advanced marine and protective coatings solutions help support vessel longevity, corrosion protection, and operational readiness in some of the world’s most demanding environments.

We look forward to engaging with those dedicated to protecting and serving at sea.