Nippon Paint Marine uses biomimetics to unlock the next generation in hull coatings
Monday 28th October 2024: Nippon Paint Marine, a leader in marine coatings, has today published its whitepaper, “Breathing life into science; creating the next generation of hull coatings using biomimetics”, detailing the role that biomimetics has played in the development of their patented HydroSmoothXT™ technology. A specialist team from Nippon Paint Marine’s R&D programme, which […]
Nippon Paint Marine Employee Blog – Mai Shimatani
At Nippon Paint Marine, our greatest strength is our people. For over 55 years, we have committed to nurturing and developing talent, understanding the significant role our employees play in driving the company’s success and innovation. As part of an ongoing series, we are going to put the spotlight on what makes our employees so […]
Nippon Paint Marine successfully applies industry leading FASTAR solution to over 1000 vessels in just three years since launch
Nippon Paint Marine’s FASTAR product line, offering ultra-low friction with patented hydrogel water-trapping technology, has been applied to more than 1000 vessels to date, supporting the maritime industry’s drive for decarbonisation and increased sustainability MONDAY 08 JULY 2024: Marine coatings leader, Nippon Paint Marine, today announces the successful application of its award-winning FASTAR product line […]
Nippon Paint Marine’s FASTAR Coating Wins Environmental Technology Award from Japan Chemical Industry Association
Industry leading antifouling hull coating, FASTAR, wins Environmental Technology award at Japan Chemical Industry Association’s (JCIA) 56th annual awards Tokyo, 20 June 2024: Nippon Paint Marine, a coatings leader for the maritime industry, has announced that FASTAR, its premier antifouling solution has won the Environmental Technology Award during the JCIA’s 56th annual technology awards ceremony. […]
Invitation to POSIDONIA 2024
We are excited to announce that Nippon Paint Marine will be participating in POSIDONIA 2024.We are excited to bring our latest marine industry innovations and developments to this prestigious event. Our knowledgeable team will be available to discuss products like AQUATERRAS, FASTAR, NEOGUARD series and NOA series and to share insights on how our offerings […]
Nippon Paint Marine joins the Global Industry Alliance for Marine Biosafety
23 Apr 2024: Nippon Paint Marine is proud to have joined the Global Industry Alliance for Marine Biosafety (GIA), in February 2024. The GIA is convened to support two key environmental objectives of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), to protect marine biodiversity and decarbonise shipping. The alliance is formed of a collection of maritime industry […]
Invitation to SEA JAPAN 2024
We are pleased to announce that Nippon Paint Marine Coatings will be participating in SEA JAPAN 2024. We are thrilled to present our innovations and development in the marine industry, as one of the leading providers of marine coatings and solutions globally. Our team of experts will be available to engage in product discussions of […]
WAN HAI achieves improved fuel efficiency with Nippon Paint Marine
Antifouling products A-LF-Sea and FASTAR reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions by 8% for Taiwanese shipping company amidst rising industry pressure to decarbonise 28 February 2024: Marine coatings leader Nippon Paint Marine’s antifouling products A-LF-Sea and FASTAR have delivered up to 8% fuel and emissions savings for Taiwanese shipping company WAN HAI Lines Ltd.Reducing fuel […]
Nippon Paint Marine Appoints Gladys Goh as President
Nippon Paint Marine, the world’s first manufacturer of biocide-free marine coatings, has announced the appointment of Gladys Goh as its President, effective immediately. As President of Nippon Paint Marine Coatings, Gladys Goh is the first female and foreign national to lead a principal operating company in Japan. With a history of over 140 years, the […]
Wisdom Marine Group selects Nippon Paint Marine to protect cargo and reduce maintenance costs with NEOGUARD TOUGHNESS
Taiwanese dry bulk shipowner Wisdom Marine Group has selected marine coatings leader Nippon Paint Marine’s NEOGUARD TOUGHNESS coating to provide anti-abrasion and corrosion protection for 10 of its owned above 150 vessels. This is more vital than ever as the world’s oceans become more polluted, leading to increased metal corrosion on vessels at sea. NEOGUARD […]
