1、 News Release an Akzo Nobel brand International Paint Ltd Stoneygate Lane Felling, Gateshead Tyne has up to 80% better static fouling resistance; 40% better foul release properties; 50% reduction in slime; 100% better hold up; 35% higher gloss; 60% reduction in overspray and 60% better abrasion resi
2、stance. In terms of fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, Intersleek900 offers predicted savings* of 2% in comparison to Intersleek 700 and 6% in comparison to SPC antifoulings. The potential exists for even greater savings in comparison to controlled depletion antifoulings. For a single VLCC curre
3、ntly coated with an SPC antifouling this could mean savings of over 4,500 tons of fuel, a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions of over 14,000 tons and US $1.2 million over a five year period. The absence of biocides brings cost advantages at the next drydocking on treatment and disposal costs of wa
4、sh water and blasting abrasive. Durable and flexible with good resistance to mechanical damage means options on drydocking schedule and control of hull roughness. Excellent colour retention improves vessel appearance and good hold-up with reduced overspray removes the need for double application and
5、 reduces yard rework and clean up. Conversion costs to the Intersleek900 system from approved SPC antifoulings can be controlled via the use of an especially designed linkcoat. Ends. *Depending on application and in service conditions. International Paint Ltd. is part of Akzo Nobel. Akzo Nobel is a
6、Global Fortune 500 company and is listed on both the Euronext Amsterdam and NASDAQ Stock exchanges. It is also included on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes and FTSE4Good Index. Based in the Netherlands, Akzo Nobel is a multicultural organisation serving customers throughout the world with human
7、and animal healthcare products, coatings and chemicals. It employs around 61,500 people in more than 80 countries. http:/ http:/www.international- For further information contact: Jim Brown Marketing Operations Manager Worldwide Marine International Paint Ltd. Stoneygate Lane, Felling Tyne and Wear Phone: +44 (0) 191 401 2417 NE10 0JY Fax : +44 (0) 191 495 2003 United Kingdom , Internationaland all product names mentioned are trademarks of, or licensed to, Akzo Nobel. Akzo Nobel, 2007
