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Hempel completes the first round of successful applications with Hempaguard NB on new Maersk vessels

The applications mark a significant milestone that brings advanced coating technology into the newbuilding process to support performance and lower environmental impact from day one.
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Debunking myths about silicone coatings for newbuilding shipyards

Misconceptions around silicone coatings often overlook what’s now possible. With solutions like Hempaguard NB, shipyards can apply high-performance coatings efficiently while improving sustainability, flexibility, and operational outcomes.
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Hull performance starts at newbuild

True efficiency begins before a vessel enters service. Through Hempel’s Full Picture Hull Management approach and solutions like Hempaguard NB, shipyards can set the foundation for long-term performance, reducing fuel consumption, emissions, and operational uncertainty from day one.
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Cargo hold coatings brochure

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Fouling control brochure

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Technical guideline

Guideline for surface preparation in a new building situation

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Declaration of conformity

Marine Equipment Directive (MED)

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Declaration of conformity

Marine Equipment Requirements (MER)

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Full Picture Hull Management starts at newbuild

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We provide tailored guidance on yard setup and coating selection – including a Total Cost Analysis with emissions impact and ROI of integrating a premium silicone solution – along with long-term strategies for keeping your hull at peak performance at every stage of its service life.
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At Hempel we are guided by a bold purpose and shared call to action:

Make our world last longer, beautifully

Together with our customers and partners, we aspire to create coatings that contribute to a more resilient and sustainable future. By 2030, our ambition is to enable our customers to reduce their emissions by 50 million tonnes of CO2e; and contribute to healthier living spaces and ecosystems.
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