GIT Coatings, a leader in sustainable high-performance marine coatings, announced the launch of its graphene-base hard foul-release coating, XGIT-FORCE. With first applications already underway across a global fleet, XGIT-FORCE is engineered…
GIT Coatings, a leader in sustainable high-performance marine coatings, announced the launch of its graphene-base hard foul-release coating, XGIT-FORCE.
With first applications already underway across a global fleet, XGIT-FORCE is engineered to unlock up to 10% fuel savings and provide the highest return on investment of any antifouling coating on the market.
XGIT-FORCE is the result of years of research and development, involving testing and trials in different fouling pressure conditions across the globe. Their Dynamic Phase Engineered Technology (DPET) combines smart surface chemistry with graphene-reinforced mechanical tuning to create a dynamic, amphiphilic barrier that inhibits biofilm formation and maximizes foul-release performance.
Building on this foul-release foundation, XGIT-FORCE delivers a smooth surface profiles in the industry—providing a guaranteed 6% out-of-dock power gain compared to premium biocidal antifouling coatings—while offering the mechanical durability to withstand ice friction, fender impacts, and frequent cleanings. As a zero leaching solution, it ensures shipowners can reduce fuel consumption and emissions without shedding toxic chemicals or microplastics into the marine environment
Proactive Hull Performance Management
XGIT-FORCE aligns with the industry shift toward proactive hull cleaning as the most effective method for maintaining long-term vessel efficiency. This approach aims to keep hulls free from even
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