Case study | SIGMACOVER 380 | Dry bulk carrier, Carisbrooke Shipping

Dry bulk carrier, Carisbrooke Shipping

This PPG coating system demonstrated outstanding protection result for water ballast tanks at long-term inspection. PPG has a long- standing relationship with Carisbrooke Shipping having delivered coatings to the company's new-building vessels constructed in a number of countries.

Case study | SIGMAPRIME 700 | Bulk carrier, Chandris Hellas

Bulk carrier, Chandris Hellas

This high-performance silyl acrylate antifouling system was chosen to keep the ship's hull free from fouling, with the product's silyl-acrylate polymer technology contributing positively to the hydrodynamics of the hull by reducing frictional drag and the amount of fuel consumed.

Case study | SIGMAPRIME | Container ship, Claus-Peter Offen

Container ship, Claus-Peter Offen

Demonstrating excellent protection results after 10 years of service, this coating solution played a crucial factor in extending the service life of these ballast tanks. The applied system had to cope with a wide range of aggressive conditions including wet/dry seawater cycling.

Case study | PSX 700

Foxwoods Casino water sphere, USA

Located in southeastern Connecticut, the Foxwoods Casino Water Sphere is a source of drinking water and community price for its owner, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. Over time, the harsh New England climate had taken a toll on this landmark. Its 6,000 square feet of interior and exterior surface had deteriorated badly. Everything needed to be repainted, including the Nation's logo on its side.

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