WHAT’S NEW
AkzoNobel supports delivery of China’s first domestic large cruise ship
Carboline launches new urethane mastic coating for emergency maintenance
The first large cruise ship ever to be built in China has set off on
Global protective coatings manufacturer Carboline recently
its maiden voyage, having been coated with International® paint
launched Carbothane DTM Mastic, a one-coat hybrid
supplied by AkzoNobel’s Marine, Protective and Yacht Coatings
urethane formulated for emergency maintenance or
business. Constructed over a period of more than three years,
quick-turn coating projects.
the 5,246-passenger Adora Magic City features the company’s
Carbothane DTM Mastic is intended for direct-to-metal
Intersmooth® fouling control technology. The high-performance
application and adheres very well to minimally prepared
brand was specified on the hull of the milestone vessel due to
surfaces including tightly bound rust. Mastic qualities provide
its high durability, low VOC content and excellent application
excellent corrosion protection while its urethane technology
properties.
offers long-term color and gloss retention.
The ship – which is 323.6 meters long and has a 1,292-person crew
“The value of Carbothane DTM Mastic in the market is clear:
capacity – was built by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd
better corrosion protection and great visual appeal in a single
and the launch heralds a new beginning for the Chinese cruise
coat. It performs exceptionally even over marginal surfaces,
ship new-build sector. “We’re proud that our trusted coatings
so it’s ideal for unplanned spot maintenance or emergencies,”
technology and expertise played an important role and were
said Jeff Anderson, Executive Vice President of Quality, R&D,
extremely impressed during a recent visit to see the final fitting out
and Commercial Resources.
of this landmark vessel,” says Simon Parker, Director of AkzoNobel’s
In July 2023, Carbothane DTM Mastic was trialed on
Marine, Protective and Yacht Coatings business, who adds that
an emergency coating project at a liquid terminal in
the company is also contributing to the new-build of Adora Magic
Philadelphia (United States of America) to address corrosion
City’s sister ship. “We hope to be involved in similar projects in
and discoloration which were not compliant with U.S.
the future and remain committed to supporting the application
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules. The product
and development of advanced coatings that will help propel our
was applied by hand in tough conditions, including a minimally
customers and the industry to a more sustainable future.”
prepared surface, the presence of moisture and very hot
The newly launched ship, which weighs 135,500 tons, contains
summer temperatures. Coating application proceeded
more than 25 million different parts and was produced with the
smoothly and EPA authorities affirmed the piping was back in
cooperation of more than 30 countries and over 8,000 specialized
compliance.
suppliers. “Our ability to support global projects and supply chains
“This field trial, and other recent success stories like it,
provides value for customers of our Marine Coatings business,”
demonstrate the immediate impact Carbothane DTM
continues Parker. “Our International brand has been meeting
Mastic has had on unplanned or emergency coating project
customer needs in this respect for more than 140 years. We’re
outcomes. Every product we develop is intended to solve
constantly innovating to keep pace with evolving requirements, with
specific problems, so the market’s response to Carbothane
a clear focus on supporting customers in yard efficiency, boosting
DTM Mastic so far as a great sign,” said Justin Manuel,
lifetime performance and reducing both fuel consumption and CO₂
Director of Global Product Line.
emissions in operation.” The company’s International brand offers a leading portfolio of
https://www.carboline.com/products/product-details/
coatings that protect and enhance vessel performance when
Carbothane-DTM-Mastic
facing different challenges, such as impact and abrasion, chemical resistance and biofouling accumulation. In this area, the product range helps to reduce biofouling build up and mitigate drag over time – which helps to improve fuel efficiency and cut CO2 emissions. Owners and operators can also benefit from the company’s Intertrac software, which uses big data to support underwater hull scheme selection and predict and maximize lifetime performance, while considering key industry regulations. www.international-marine.com
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CORROSION PROTECTION | JANUARY 2024