Hempel’s latest innovation is designed specifically for shipyard application, bringing Hempaguard’s
proven fuel savings and fouling protection to newbuild vessels from day one. This means that vessels
can now benefit from Hempaguard throughout their entire service life, notes a press release from
the company.
Hempaguard NB – a breakthrough high-performance silicone hull coating is designed specifically for
newbuild vessels. For the first time, shipowners and shipyards can access Hempaguard’s trusted fuel
savings and fouling protection during the construction phase, marking a major step forward in hull
coating innovation.
Until now, applying advanced silicone coatings during the new building process has posed logistical
challenges for shipowners. Conventional silicone solutions require controlled environments and are
typically applied either pre-delivery or in post-delivery dry dockings, both of which cause delays and
additional costs.
“Hempaguard NB brings the industry’s most advanced silicone hull coating technology, proven to
deliver significant fuel savings and reduce emissions, into the new building phase for the very first
time,” says Alexander Enström, Executive Vice President and Head of Marine at Hempel A/S.
“Developing Hempaguard NB meant reimagining how silicone coatings are formulated for the
construction phase, delivering a solution that maintains long-term performance without the need
for post-delivery application. It’s a technical breakthrough that ensures vessels are equipped with
proven, high-efficiency fouling protection from the very first day at sea.”
It combines the tried-and-tested performance of Hempaguard X7 with a revolutionary new silicone
topcoat, made specifically for new builds. This means that it offers the same exceptional
performance as Hempaguard X7 – with nearly 5,000 applications and independently verified for its
fuel-saving and decarbonisation benefits. Shipowners can expect up to 20% fuel savings, only 1.2%
average speed loss and 120 fouling-free idle days
Not only does this give customers premium performance straight out of dock, but also a long-term
asset for operational efficiency and regulatory compliance, unlocking the full potential of silicone
coatings for new builds and giving shipyards a competitive edge.