New report reveals the consequences of poor biofouling management

Jotun, the global leader in marine coatings, has published a new report based on a survey among 1,000 ship owners and operators, uncovering trends in biofouling management strategies exploring the impacts of biofouling in shipping.

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The report reveals that many owners and operators have faced the consequences of inadequate biofouling management through regulatory penalties or refused port access.

The Biofouling in Shipping report, which surveyed 1,000 ship owners and operators across 11 countries, reveals that even though the topic on biofouling seemingly has more awareness today than compared to a few years ago, there is still knowledge gaps in the industry.

“How biofouling management plays a key role in the shipping industry's aim to cut carbon emissions and protect biodiversity has received an increasingly more acceptance amongst port authorities and regulatory stakeholders, as well as ship owners and operators. However, although 79% of respondents consider hull performance a top priority for their company, only 31% believe importance of continuing to increase the awareness and understanding, as the environmental and economic effects are significant,” said Morten Sten Johansen, Global Category Director Hull Performance in Jotun.