PPG has recently announced the 50th order for electrostatic marine coating application, a project that will be carried out on a 336-meter oil tanker operated by Bahri Ship Management at the Asyad Drydock Company shipyard in Oman.
Electrostatic coating technology, adapted from the aerospace and automotive industries, was introduced to the shipping sector over a year ago. This technique offers increased transfer efficiency compared to traditional airless spraying, leading to sustainability benefits such as reductions in overspray and material. waste. PPG introduced electrostatic coating application to the shipping industry just over a year ago.
“Ship owners and shipyards are looking for innovative solutions to comply with stricter environmental regulations and meet their sustainability goals – these include low-friction hull coatings that reduce vessel greenhouse gas emissions and provide sustainably advantaged application procedures,” said Sijmen Visser, PPG sales director, Marine EMEA, Protective and Marine Coatings.
Electrostatic application is quickly being adopted by large shipping companies and by shipyards in Europe, Singapore and China.
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Bahri Ship Management emphasized its commitment to environmental strategies, including the adoption of technologies that contribute to emission reductions across its fleet. This combination of advanced coatings and application techniques supports efforts to achieve sustainability goals.
“We strive to conduct our business in a sustainable way and constantly measure our environmental impact through performance indicators,” said Khalid Alhammad, Ship Management President at Bahri.
A recent project at EDR Antwerp shipyard demonstrated a significant reduction in overspray—up to 40%—using this method on a passenger vessel. Such outcomes highlight the potential for cleaner operations and reduced preparation and cleanup time for shipyards.
Electrostatic application not only benefits the environment but also contributes to a safer work environment by minimizing material waste and operational complexities during application.
