DNV approves Hempel hull coating

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DNV has validated Hempel’s silicone-based hull coating solution

The company says its Hempaguard X7 coating, launched in 2013, significantly reduces fuel consumption, contributing to a substantial reduction in carbon emissions.

It says that third-party verification has put the fuel savings achieved by using Hempaguard X7 at up to 20% with an average speed loss of 1.4%.

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