LNG Manual Final

LNG Carrier Owners Manual
A comprehensive range of
high performance products for
todays LNG carrier operators
Content
Introduction
LNG
International Paint and the LNG Fleet
Worldwide Operations
The Story So Far
Abrasion Resistance and Corrosion Protection

Long Term Corrosion Protection
Proof of Performance
Track Record
Fouling Control
Foul Release Technology
Track Record
Cost Benefit Analysis
Newbuilding Application Procedures
Repair Procedures of Mechanical Damage
Cosmetic Finish
Acrylic Polysiloxane Technology
Track Record
Product Features, Benefits and Technical Information

Intershield300
Intersleek700
Intersleek900
Interfine979
Typical Schemes by Vessel Area

Further Information
www.international-marine.com
LNG Carrier Owners Manual l
Introduction
LNG
In recent years, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
has been the focus of considerable interest
as oil prices have risen.
Natural gas is a clean, abundant source of energy, and demand has
increased among electric and gas utilities. Natural gas is only
transported commercially through pipelines, however since it is a gas it
is very voluminous. In its liquid form (LNG), it occupies 1/600th of the
volume of the gas.
The only economically viable method of transporting liquefied natural
gas over long distances is via LNG carriers.
LNG is carried in specially insulated containment tanks aboard purpose
built vessels. It was reported, as of September 1st 2007, the LNG fleet
Photo courtesy of Dubai Drydocks
stood at 241 vessels comprising approx. 29 million metre3 of capacity.

The market differs from other bulk shipping operations in that it
involves a select number of specialised operators / owners.
Schematic of typical moss type LNG carrier
Introduction
International Paint and the LNG fleet

International Paint has long recognised the benefits of applying a good quality
coating system to vessels at newbuilding. Often, it is the performance of the
coating system in critical vessel areas which maintains the value of the asset
throughout its working life.
Intershield300 - LNG Track Record
22
International Paint provides a comprehensive
20
range of high performance products that offer
18
the best in service performance for todays

LNG operators.
coating of LNG carriers with over 500 vessel

applications. International Paint understand the
specific needs of the vessel operators.
Newbuilding
14
No. of Vessel
We have a long and successful history in the
M&R
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12
10
8
6
4
2
0
1990- 1996
1995
1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
>August
Specific coating needs for LNG operators.
Corrosion control and asset value protection

Fouling control and operating efficiency
Aesthetic and environmental image
Intershield300
in ballast tank
Completed application of
Intershield300 and
Intersleek700
Introduction
Worldwide Operations
International Paint Ltd. is part of Akzo Nobel. Akzo Nobel is a Fortune Global 500 company
and is listed on both the Euronext Amsterdam and NASDAQ stock exchanges. It is also
included on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes and FTSE4Good Index. Based in the
Netherlands, Akzo Nobel is a multicultural organisation serving customers throughout the world
with human and animal healthcare products, coatings and chemicals. We employ around
62,000 people and conduct our activities in these four segments, with operating subsidiaries
in more than 80 countries. Consolidated revenues for 2006 totalled EUR 13.7 billion.
Vancouver
Bergen
Helsinki
Oslo
St. Petersburg
Gothenburg
Gdynia
Copenhagen
Newcastle
Moscow
Hamburg
London
Sassenheim
Le Harve
Rotterdam
Odessa
Rijeka
Toulouse
Genoa
Bilbao
Istanbul
Rome
Varna
Barcelona
Lisbon
Limassol
Piraeus
Quebec
Winnepeg
Waukegan
Union
San Diego
Houston
Kuwait
Bahrain
Dubai
Dammam
Miami
Jeddah
Mexico City
Bangalore
Maracaibo
Operations in 54 countries
Panama
Manufacturing in 18 locations
Rio de Janeiro
Sau Paulo
Johannesburg
Cape Town
Santiago
Durban
Buenos Aires
Bombay
Anywhere in the world and

everywhere on the ship
Global manufacture
International Paint has 18 production facilities serving marine markets
globally including the site at Felling, UK which in 2004 celebrated
100 years of paint manufacture. All major locations are qualified to
ISO9001:2000.
Delivering the
same quality coatings
Anywhere in the world and everywhere on the ship. The intention is

Vladivostok
that customers must be able to rely on the same high standards of

product development, manufacturing quality, supply and service Seoul
and that requires constant vigilance.
Pusan
Chilseo
Tokyo
Kobe
Suzhou
Providing the
same quality service
Shanghai
Hong Kong
Kaohsiung
All International Paint technical service staff are trained to operate to
Bangkok
common global standards.
Ho Chi Minh
Kuala
Lumpar
Singapore
Our newbuilding and maintenance
Johore
and repair Technical Service

Jakarta
Charters detail exactly our
Port Moresby
commitment to you, anywhere in

the world where a vessel is built
Brisbane
or drydocked.
Perth
Sydney
Auckland
Everywhere on the ship

Dedicated teams of customer and technical service personnel around the world ensure all your technical, commercial and
logistical needs are handled promptly, efficiently and professionally. Our reputation is built upon consistently delivering high
standards of customer service and reliability, worldwide.
Introduction
The story so far...

International Paint provides a comprehensive range
of high performance products for todays LNG
carrier operators.
Propeller Issue 12
July 2001
With an operational requirement

for the highest levels of corrosion
protection, many operators of
LNG newbuildings have chosen
International Paints Intershield300
for just about every area of
the vessel.
International Paint recognises the

specific requirements of the LNG
carrier market.
Choosing the correct high

performance protection systems
can help operators maximise
returns on their substantial
investments while ensuring long-term vessel
safety, efficiency and asset value.
Utilising Intershield300
can positively influence
life cycle costs,
structural safety and
vessel asset value.
Introduction
Propeller Issue 18
January 2005
A critical requirement for LNG carriers is

to arrive at their destination on time.
Loss of speed due to hull and/or
propeller fouling can result in not only
delayed arrival times but also increased engine
wear and fuel consumption. Fouling control is thus
a vital part of vessel operating efficiency but this
has traditionally proved difficult on LNG vessels
with even the best biocide containing antifoulings
succumbing to severe fouling attack.
Revolutionary Foul Release coatings, which rely on

high vessel speed and activity for their efficacy, are
proving themselves to be the ideal
solution for LNG hull and propeller
fouling control.
Introduction
IP News No 6
April 2005
Qatargas are delighted with the

excellent performance of International
Paints foul release coating system,
Intersleek700.
Mr Chafik Zitouni, Acting/Head of
Technical Shipping for Qatargas said:
In 2001 Qatargas decided
to use Intersleek from
International Paint on their
LNG ships. This followed a review of
alternative TBT-free antifoulings and
Intersleek was selected because it
had both the environmental and long
life performance that we required.
The resulting in service performance
of this innovative product from
International Paint has more than
matched our expectations and it
has now been applied to
7 out of 10 of our
LNG ships.
Introduction
July 7, 2005
LNG
International Paints recently formed Japan-based subsidiary has won its first
newbuilding contract, to supply coatings for two 75,500 m3 Medmax LNG
ships. The ships, due to be built at the Universal Shipbuilding Corporations
Tsu works in Japan, are scheduled for delivery in 2007 and 2009. Each ship
will be treated with over 150,000 litres of International products, including
Intersleek 300 in the ballast tanks and Intersmooth 465 SPC on the
underwater hull. Once completed, the two LNG carriers will have the largest
cargo loading capacity of their type, says International
Hazardous
Cargo Bulletin
July 2005
International Paints recently formed Japan-based

subsidiary has won its first newbuilding contract, to
supply coatings for two 75,500 m3 Medmax LNG ships.
The ships, due to be built at the Universal Shipbuilding
Corporations Tsu works in Japan, are scheduled for
delivery in 2007 and 2009.
Introduction
Ship Repair
Newsletter
July 2005
Commenting on this historic first contract,

Denis Thiard, Marine Key Account Manager for
International Paint (France) said:
We have had good working relations

with the Hyproc Shipping Company for
many years. International Paint supplied
products for their fleet maintenance contract three
years ago and when they commissioned these new
vessels in Japan, they wanted to use our products
again. A key element of securing this project was
International Paints global network, especially
important as the vessels will be deployed and
maintained in a different part of the
world to where they were built.
Introduction
MarineLog.com
September 2005
Mr O.S. Kang, General Manager,

Marine & Protective Coatings,
International Paint (Korea) said:
The success of this

application is seen as a
potential turning point in
overcoming the practical difficulties in
applying silicone based coatings at
newbuilding. Hopefully this application
will herald a new era in
shipbuilding and coating
methodology.
Introduction
Propeller Issue 19
November 2005
A spokesman for DSME said:
Even though there were

difficulties during the process,
we completed the work
successfully. DSME has strengthened its
competitiveness in LNG newbuildings by
meeting owners requirements
and applying high technology
foul release coatings.
Introduction
LNG World Shipping

March/April 2007
Intersleek900 has just been

launched and to date
International Paint has coated
one gas carrier with the product - the LPG
tanker BW Captain operated by BW Gas.*
The company is confident that the coating
will be quickly taken up by LNG carrier
operators. So far, the hulls of 28 LNG
carriers have been coated with
International Paints predecessor,
Intersleek700.
* For up to date vessel applications,

refer to track record
Abrasion Resistance
and Corrosion Protection
Intershield 300
1990
First LNG carrier newbuilding application

in 1994
5 Newbuilding, 5 Maintenance & Repair
applications in 1990-1995
1996
Introduced to LNG carriers in 1990
1994
115 LNG carriers coated with

Intershield300
Abrasion resistant aluminium pure epoxy
Working closely with the worlds major vessel

operators and new construction yards,
International Paint recognised the importance
of high performance corrosion protection for
improved newbuilding productivity and long
term asset protection and in 1988 introduced
Intershield300 - a unique high performance,
light coloured abrasion resistant, aluminium
pure epoxy anticorrosion coating which is
Up to 1996 Intershield300 was applied

to 8 LNG carriers at M&R and
6 at newbuilding
suitable for application over prepared shop

primers.
2000
Almost 20 years after its introduction,

3 LNG carriers M&R applications in 2000
6 LNG carriers newbuilding applications
in 2000
Intershield300 is now firmly established as the

newbuilding industry benchmark for premium
performance, abrasion resistant, corrosion
protection. Also available for use on
maintenance and repair projects, the
2001
Intershield300 in service results, independent

test data, track record and proven cost
benefits speak for themselves.
Up to 2001, 28 M&R applications and
17 newbuilding applications
Intershield300 - is available in the newbuilding

and maintenance and repair sector as an
integral part of an overall corrosion protection
2005

in 2006
2007

in 2005
2006
program designed to provide cradle to grave

protection for the ship.
Intershield300 has built an impressive and
unique track record of outstanding corrosion
protection on over 115 LNG carriers
worldwide.*
*
Total track record over 5,600 vessels including LNG,
Chemical Carriers, Bulk Carriers, Oil Tankers, Cruise Liners,

Container Ships
Between 2002 and 2007* Intershield300

was applied to 86 LNG carriers at M&R
and 49 at newbuilding
* up to August 2007
Abrasion Resistance
The 2006:MSC.215(82) Amendment to SOLAS

regulation ll-1/3-2 and regulation Xll 6.3
Performance Standard for Protective Coatings
(PSPC) for Dedicated Seawater Ballast Tanks of
all types of ships and Double-Side Skin Spaces
of Bulk Carriers is based on coatings
specifications and requirements which are
intended to provide a GOOD target useful
lifetime of 15 years from initial application.
The PSPC is only applicable to vessels at
Long term
corrosion protection
A combination of several factors go towards giving Intershield300 its
unique long term corrosion protection.
Abrasion resistance
High film thickness
Aluminium pigmentation
Edge retention
newbuilding.
Abrasion resistance
The PSPC is applicable for all vessels over
500GT that are contracted on or after 1st of
July 2008, or if there is no contract, the keels of
which are laid on or after 1st January 2009, or
Intershield300 has been shown to exhibit excellent resistance to

abrasion both in service and through laboratory testing. Not all epoxies
however perform to the same high standard.
if delivery is on or after 1st July 2012. However,
To allow direct comparisons between a range of epoxy technologies,
for tankers and bulk carriers contracted on or
International Paint worked closely with the Marine Department at
after 8th December 2006, the requirements for
Newcastle University, England, to develop a test method to compare
the coating system as laid out in the PSPC are
and evaluate coatings under realistic conditions.
applicable immediately under the requirements

of the Common Structural Rules (CSR) that were
Referred to only as Test X9, this unique test accurately simulates in
adopted on the 1st April 2006.
service damage in cargo holds and highlights very clear differences

between so called abrasion resistant coating systems in terms of
International Paint welcomes the introduction of
long term corrosion protection.
a standard that will help increase the service life

of coatings for water ballast tanks and directly
contributes to improved safety of life at sea.
Coatings tested with coal

cargo at 31000 kg m3
18 months seawater
immersion test
With the long, successful and proven in service

performance of Intershield300, we feel confident
we have coating solutions to meet and exceed
the PSPC requirements.
Intershield300
Typical aluminium pure epoxy
Abrasion Resistance
Low film thickness

Early film breakdown is often attributed to areas of low dry film
thickness (DFT). Intershield300 has been shown to provide
outstanding performance at low film thickness.
Using a very simple but highly indicative test method called a DFT
Ladder, it is possible to compare various coatings long term corrosion
protection performance in a relatively short period of time.
The results give the first indications of the superior long term
anticorrosive properties of Intershield300, properties which are
now backed up by a long and successful in service track record
(>18 years).
Result of 12 months Salt Water Immersion @ 25C
DFT = 150m
Intershield300
DFT = 150m
Pure Epoxy A
DFT = 150m
Pure Epoxy B
Abrasion Resistance
High film thickness

Intershield300 is ideally suited to shipyard application on complex
structures, especially water ballast tanks. International Paint
understand that DFTs of three to four times higher than specification
are typically unavoidable on complex areas such as welds and corners.
Common sense may suggest that more is better but this is not the
case with many coating systems. Excessive DFTs can give rise to
stress within the coating which can cause cracking, detachment and
subsequent corrosion.
To demonstrate the performance of Intershield300 under conditions
of high DFT, International Paint developed a realistic ballast tank
* Each system is applied to welded T pieces at 3 times the
cycling test.*
recommended DFT. The test pieces are then cycled in natural
The test clearly shows the resistance of Intershield300 to in service

cracking.
seawater followed by hot and humid atmospheric exposure

and checked at the end of every 2 month cycle for
cracking, detachment and corrosion.
Result of High DFT
No Defects
No Defects
Intershield300
Cracking and Corrosion
Intershield300 In Service
Cracking and Detachment
Pure Epoxy
Pure Epoxy In Service
Abrasion Resistance
Aluminium pigmentation
Cross Section Using Optical Microscopy
The aluminium flake pigmented Intershield300 provides outstanding

corrosion protection. The use of the aluminium flake improves the
coating barrier properties and decreases the rate of transport of water
and oxygen through the coating. Similar behaviour can be observed
with other flake like pigments such as glass flake and mica.
However, the real advantage of using aluminium flake instead of glass
flake or mica becomes evident when the coating is damaged and the
steel substrate is exposed. The aluminium pigment reacts with the
hydroxyl ions produced at the cathode in the corrosion cell. This
reduces the pH at the coating steel interface and decreases the rate
of cathodic disbonding. The benefit of using aluminium flake pigmented
Intershield300
Containing Aluminium
epoxy coatings was clearly demonstrated in a study carried out by

SINTEF* in which the cathodic disbondment of aluminium and glass
flake pigmented coatings were compared. The aluminium pigmented
coatings show a large reduction in cathodic disbondment in the long
term test.
Cathodic Disbondment
Pure Epoxy A
Containing Dolomite and Talc
10
Disbonded distance (mm)
Random
blisterng
8
Random initiation of
cathodic disbonding
6
Unpigmented
10% glass flake
20% glass flake

10% aluminium flake
2
0
0
0.5
1.5
Years
Pure Epoxy B
Containing Mica and Talc
* SINTEF Materials Technology Effect the Barrier Pigments on Cathodic Disbondment
Abrasion Resistance
Edge retention
Intershield300 has excellent edge retention properties and is proven in
Intershield 300
both laboratory testing and on vessels in service.

It has long been accepted that edges in water ballast tanks are
generally the first areas to experience coating breakdown. One of the
known causes of this is the poor edge coverage properties of the
coating. Correctly formulated edge retentive coatings mean that the
same dry film thickness can be achieved on edges as that applied to
flat surfaces.
The IMO has recognised the importance of treating edges and has
made recommendations to the basic coating system requirements of
the updated SOLAS Amendment CH II-1/Reg3.2 by stating that edges
4 years in service
in water ballast tanks are to be treated to a rounded radius of a

minimum of 2mm, or subjected to three pass grinding or at least
equivalent process before painting. Clearly choosing a coating system
with proven edge retention will help provide long term anticorrosive
performance.
9 years in service
12
years in service
Intershield300 has 100% edge retention
Abrasion Resistance
Intershield 300
Proof of performance
Clearly, all products that claim to be abrasion resistant anticorrosives
are not the same. Only the unique, light coloured, aluminum pure
epoxy formulation of Intershield300 can deliver the very highest levels
of newbuilding productivity and in service performance - proven on
5,600 vessels including 115 LNG carriers to date. Long term asset
protection, maximised operating efficiency, controlled future
maintenance costs and optimised return on investment can all be
3 years in service
realities if Intershield:300 is specified and professionally applied initially

at the new construction stage and then during planned maintenance
throughout the vessels life.
4 years in service
5 years in service
7 years in service
12
Over
years of
proven ballast tank protection
9 years in service
Abrasion Resistance
Intershield 300
LNG Carrier Track Record
Newbuilding
Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
Al Khaznah
National Gas
135,496
May 94
Mitsui Engineering - Chiba
Puteri Intan
Misc
130,405
Aug 94
Aker Yards France
YK Sovereign
SK Shipping Co.
127,125
Dec 94
Hyundai Heavy Industries Co.Ltd.
Puteri Delima
Misc
130,405
Jan 95
Aker Yards France
Puteri Nilam
Misc
130,405
Jun 95
Aker Yards France
Puteri Zamrud
Misc
130,405
May 96
Aker Yards France
Puteri Firus
Misc
130,405
May 97
Aker Yards France
Doha***
NYK Shipman PTE
137,354
Jun 99
Mitsubishi HI - Nagasaki
Hanjin Muscat
Hanjin Shipping
138,200
Jun 99
Hanjin H.I. Ulsan
SK Summit
SK Shipping Co.
138,000
Aug 99
Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering
K. Acacia
Korea Line Corp
138,017
Dec 99
SK Supreme
SK Shipping Co.
138,200
Jan 00
Samsung Heavy Industries
Hanjin Sur
Hanjin Shipping
138,333
Jan 00
Hanjin H.I. Ulsan
SK Splendor
SK Shipping Co.
138,375
Apr 00
K. Freesia
Korea Line Corp
135,256
Jun 00
Al Jasra***
NYK
137,100
Jul 00
Hanjin Ras Laffan***
Hanjin Shipping
138,214
Jul 00
Hanjin H.I. Busan
SK Stellar
SK Shipping Co.
138,375
Dec 00
LNG Rivers
Shell International
137,231
Jun 02
LNG Sokoto
Shell International
137,231
Aug 02
Excalibur
Exmar N.V.
138,200
Oct 02
British Trader
BP Shipping
138,000
Nov 02
LNG Bayelsa
Shell Int
137,500
Mar 03
British Innovator
BP Shipping
138,000
Mar 03
British Merchant
BP Shipping
138,000
Jul 03
Excel
Exmar N.V.
138,106
Sep 03
SK Sunrise
SK Shipping Co.
138,306
Oct 03
Granatina
Shell International
140,648
Dec 03
Fuwairit***
MOL Tankships
138,000
Jan 04
Northwest Swan
Woodside Petrol
138,000
Mar 04
***
Size cu.m.
Dock Date
Yard
LNG carriers chartered by Qatargas
Abrasion Resistance
Intershield 300
Newbuilding
Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
Maersk Ras Laffan***
AP Moller
138,270
Apr 04
Methane Kari Elin
British Gas PLC
138,209
Jun 04
Galicia Spirit
Teekay, Spain
140,624
Aug 04
LNG Akwa Ibom
Shell International
141,038
Nov 04
LNG Rver Orashi
Bergesen D.Y.
145,914
Nov 04
Excelsior
Exmar N.V.
138,087
Jan 05
Excellence
Exmar N.V.
138,120
May 05
LNG Adamawa
Shell International
141,000
Jun 05
LNG Pioneer
Mitsui O.S.K
138,000
Jul 05
Maran Gas Asclepius***
Maran Gas
145,822
Jul 05
LNG Cross River
Anglo-Eastern
141,000
Sep 05
LNG Enugu
Bergesen D.Y.
145,914
Oct 05
Umm Bab***
Maran Gas
145,000
Oct 05
Grandis
Shell International
145,700
Jan 06
Methane Rita Andrea
British Gas PLC
145,000
Apr 06
Maersk Qatar***
AP Moller
145,130
Apr 06
Methane Jane Elizabeth
British Gas PLC
145,000
Jun 06
LNG River Niger
Anglo-Eastern
141,000
Jun 06
Simaisma***
Maran Gas
145,700
Jul 06
Methane Lydon Volney
British Gas PLC
145,000
Aug 06
Excelerate
Exmar N.V.
138,000
Oct 06
Al Marrouna
Teekay
150,000
Oct 06
Al Areesh
Teekay
150,000
Jan 07
Ejnan
NYK
145,000
Jan 07
***
Size cu.m.
Dock Date
Yard
Abrasion Resistance
Intershield 300
Maintenance & Repair

Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
SCF Polar
Unicom Cyprus
71,500
May 90
IHI Marine United Inc.- Yokohama
SCF Arctic
Unicom Cyprus
71,500
May 91
IHI Marine United Inc.- Yokohama
YK Sovereign
SK Shipping Co.
127,125
Dec 94
Ghasha
National Gas
137,514
Apr 95
Mitsui Engineering - Chiba
Mubaraz
National Gas
137,000
Dec 95
Blohm & Voss Ag, Hamburg
Norman Lady
Hoegh Fleet Ser
87,600
Feb 96
Hyundai Mipo Dockyard
Puteri Intan
Misc
130,405
May 96
Mitsubishi HI - Yokohama
Al Hamra
National Gas
137,000
Dec 96
Lisnave
Umm Al Ashtan
National Gas
137,000
May 97
Lisnave
Puteri Delima
Misc
130,405
Jun 97
Puteri Nilam
Misc
130,405
Oct 97
Puteri Zamrud
Misc
130,405
Sep 98
Hanjin Muscat
Hanjin Shipping
138,200
1Mar 99
Doha***
NYK Shipman PTE
137,354
Apr 99
Puteri Firus
Misc
130,405
Sep 99
Hanjin Sur
Hanjin Shipping
138,333
Nov 99
Hanjin H.I. Busan
Hanjin Ras Laffan
Hanjin Shipping
138,214
Apr 00
Hanjin H.I. Busan
Al Jasra***
NYK
137,100
May 00
Mitsubishi Hi - Nagasaki
Northwest Shearwater
BP Australia
127,500
Apr 01
Kawasaki Shipbuilding Corp - Sakaide
Al Wakrah***
Mitsui OSK
137,354
Apr 01
Keppel Benoi Shipyard
SK Summit
SK Shipping Co.
138,375
Sep 01
Al Zubarah***
Mitsui OSK
137,573
Sep 01
Ramdane Abane
Hyproc
126,130
Oct 01
Brest
Al Khor***
NYK
137,354
Nov 01
LNG Abuja
Anglo-Eastern
126,530
Apr 02
Navantia Ferrol
K Acacia
Korea Line Corp
138,017
Jun 02
SK Supreme
SK Shipping Co.
138,375
Jul 02
SK Splendor
SK Shipping Co.
138,375
Sep 02
LNG Delta
Shell International
126,540
Oct 02
Brest
LNG Edo
Anglo-Eastern
126,530
Nov 02
Navantia Ferrol
***
Size cu.m.
Dock Date
Yard
Hanjin H.I. Busan
Abrasion Resistance
Intershield 300
Maintenance & Repair

Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
Broog***
NYK
135,466
May 03
Dubai Drydocks
K Freesia
Korea Line Corp
135,256
Jun 03
SK Stellar
SK Shipping Co.
138,375
Jul 03
Hassi R' Mel
Hyproc
40,850
Sep 03
Navantia Ferrol
Laieta
Mar.Del.Norte
40,000
Sep 03
Union Naval Barcelona
Al Khaznah
National Gas
135,496
Oct 03
Dubai Drydocks
Shahamah
National Gas
135,496
Oct 03
Dubai Drydocks
Mraweh
National Gas
137,000
Oct 03
Dubai Drydocks
Zekreet***
Kawasaki Kisen
135,420
Nov 03
Al Wajbah***
Mitsui OSK
137,354
May 05
British Trader
BP Shipping
138,000
May 05
Dubai Drydocks
Northwest Sandpiper
Alsoc
127,500
May 05
Sembawang Shipyard
LNG Rivers
Shell International
137,231
Sep 05
Brest Drydocks
British Merchant
BP Shipping
138,000
Sep 05
Dubai Drydocks
LNG Sokoto
Shell International
137,231
Sep 05
Brest Drydocks
LNG Enugu
Bergesen D.Y.
145,914
Sep 05
Northwest Snipe
Alsoc
127,747
Oct 05
Sembawang Shipyard
LNG Bayelsa
Shell International
137,500
Dec 05
Brest Drydocks
British Innovator
BP Shipping
138,000
Dec 05
Dubai Drydocks
LNG Elba
LNG Shipping
41,000
Jan 06
Cartubi (Trieste)
Fuwairit***
MOL Tankships
138,000
Mar 06
Sembawang Shipyard
Cataluna Spirit
Teekay, Spain
138,000
May 06
Navantia Ferrol
Methane Kari Elin
British Gas PLC
138,270
May 06
Ish
National Gas
137,540
May 06
Dubai Drydocks
AP Moller
138,270
Jun 06
Hyundai Greenpia
Hyundai Merch.
125,000
Jul 06
Bubuk
Shell International
77,670
Sep 06
LNG Palmaria
LNG Shipping
41,000
Sep 06
Cartubi (Trieste)
Al Zubarah***
Mitsui OSK
137,573
Oct 06
Dubai
Granatina
Shell International
140,648
Nov 06
Sembawang Shipyard
LNG Port Harcourt
Shell International
122,000
Jan 07
Brest Drydocks
***
Size cu.m.
Dock Date
Yard
Hyundai - Vinashin
Fouling Control
The control of fouling is a vital part of vessel operating efficiency. Loss of speed
due to hull and/or propeller fouling can result in not only delayed arrival time,
but also increased engine wear and fuel consumption.
Fouling control has traditionally proven difficult on LNG carriers with
even the best biocide containing antifouling succumbing to severe
fouling attack.
Foul release coatings are proving themselves to be the ideal solution
for LNG hull and propeller fouling control. Not only can they keep
hulls and propellers smooth and free of macro-fouling for extended
in service period of up to 60 months, but in addition, since they do not
use biocides to control fouling, they can be an integral part of an LNG
environmental management plan.
Umm Bab (Maran Gas

Maritime) Intersleek700
applied in 2005.
Propeller efficiency is
maintained with no in water
cleaning required during
the in service period.
Ghasha (National Gas Shipping Co. Ltd.)

Intersleek700 applied in 2006.
Intersleek has an
ultrasmooth, slippery,
easy clean surface.
Fouling Control
Foul release technology

In 1999, International Paint introduced
Intersleek700, a revolutionary silicone based
foul release coating system specifically
designed for deep sea, high activity scheduled
ships which travel at 15-30 knots.
Intersleek 700
Silicone elastomer foul release coating
Unlike antifoulings, Intersleek700 does not rely on biocides to control

fouling and provides an ultra smooth, slippery, low friction, surface onto
which fouling organisms have difficulty settling. Any organisms which do
settle, normally do so only weakly and can usually be easily removed.
The smoothness of the Intersleek700 system, compared to that of a
typical (biocide containing) Self Polishing Copolymer (SPC) antifouling,
decreases hull friction potentially enhancing fuel efficiency and speed.
Intersleek700
Proof of performance
Self Polishing Copolymer antifouling
Intersleek700 5 years in service
Summary
Having excellent colour retention and being chemically durable means
In comparison to a typical SPC antifouling
there is no film degradation, polishing or other chemical change,
system, Intersleek700 has:
allowing extended dry docking intervals. The unique Intersleek717
4% predicted fuel saving

100 microns Average Hull Roughness
20% smoother than a typical
Linkcoat allows direct application of the Intersleek700 system over

existing biocide containing SPC antifoulings in good condition, without
the need for full blasting.
SPC antifouling coating

The Average Hull Roughness of Intersleek700 has been measured on
full ships and has resulted in a recorded average of 100 microns, this
compares to a typical SPC antifouling roughness of 125 microns.
With proven average fuel savings of 4% and a corresponding reduction
in emissions, Intersleek700 is now firmly established as the industry
benchmark in silicone foul release technology.
Control of maintenance costs

Environmental compliance
Freedom from biocide restrictions
Control of treatment and disposal costs
for wash water/blasting abrasive at
subsequent drydockings
Fouling Control

Intersleek now has a proven, hugely
successful (full ship) track record of over
200 vessels (including 24 LNG carriers),
several of which have over 60 months
in service performance.
Size cu.m.
Intersleek 700
Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
Dock Date
Yard
LNG Delta
Shell International
126,540
Oct 99
Norshipco Berkley
Northwest Shearwater
BP Australia
127,500
Apr 01
Sembawang Shipyard
Al Zubarah***
Mitsui O S K
137,573
Sep 01
Al Khor***
Nyk Shipman PTE
137,354
Nov 01
Broog***
Nyk Shipman PTE
135,466
May 03
Dubai D/D
Al Wakrah***
Mitsui O S K
137,354
Oct 03
Al Khaznah
National Gas
135,496
Oct 03
Dubai D/D
Shahamah
National Gas
135,496
Oct 03
Dubai D/D
Mraweh
National Gas
137,000
Oct 03
Dubai D/D
Zekreet***
Kawasaki Kisen
135,420
Nov 03
Doha***
Nyk Shipman PTE
137,354
Apr 04
Al Jasra***
Nyk Shipman PTE
137,100
Apr 05
Dubai D/D
Al Wajbah
Mitsui O S K
137,354
May 05
British Trader
BP Shipping
138,000
May 05
Dubai D/D
Northwest Sandpiper
Alsoc
127,500
May 05
Sembawang Shipyard
Umm Al Ashtan
National Gas
137,000
May 05
Dubai D/D
Al Hamra
National Gas
137,000
Jul 05
Dubai D/D
British Merchant
BP Shipping
138,000
Sep 05
Dubai D/D
Umm Bab***
Maran Gas
145,700
Oct 05
British Innovator
BP Shipping
138,000
Dec 05
Dubai D/D
Ghasha
National Gas
137,514
Apr 06
Dubai D/D
Ish
National Gas
137,540
May 06
Dubai D/D
AP Moller
138,270
Jun 06
Simaisma***
Maran Gas
145,700
Jul 06
Al Marrouna
Teekay
150,000
Oct 06
Ejnan
4J-NYK
145,000
Jan 07
Samsung
Al Areesh
Teekay
150,000
Jan 07
*** LNG carriers chartered by Qatargas

Note: Qatargas has 3 x 263,000m3 x 266,000m3 LNG carriers new building contracts on hands
Fouling Control
Intersleek900 is a new, unique patented

fluoropolymer foul release coating.
Fluoropolymer chemistry represents the very
latest advances in foul release technology,
significantly improving upon the performance of
the best silicone based system, Intersleek700.
Fluoropolymer foul release coating
Exceptionally smooth with unprecedented low levels of average hull

roughness combined with excellent foul release capabilities and good
resistance to mechanical damage means that for the very first time, all
vessels above 10 knots can now benefit from foul release technology.
Intersleek900 provides superior performance in comparison
to Intersleek700 on high speed / high activity scheduled ships.
The lower surface roughness, better coefficient of friction and
advanced surface energy characteristics improves fuel efficiency
and reduces slime build-up.
predicted fuel and

emission savings*
Summary
In comparison to a typical SPC antifouling
system, Intersleek900 has:
Intersleek900 LNG carrier
6% predicted fuel and emission savings*

75 microns Average Hull Roughness
40% smoother than a typical SPC
antifouling coating

* Depending on application and in service conditions.
Fouling Control
Average hull
roughness decrease
Surface laser profilometry

Intersleek700 vs. Intersleek900
Average Hull Roughness (AHR) is of critical importance. Vessels hulls

need to be as smooth as possible for maximum efficiency. If hull
roughness is allowed to increase, more power is required to push the
vessel through the water more power means more fuel more fuel
means more money and more emissions. Those vessels unable to
increase power to compensate for increased roughness will lose speed
resulting in slower transit times or late arrivals. Operators able to quote
higher speeds during charter contract negotiation may be able to
Intersleek700 ~100 microns
command higher rates.
Intersleek900 has an average hull

roughness of 75 microns and an open
textured surface* reducing the coefficient of
friction by 38% giving a predicted fuel and
emissions saving of 6%
Intersleek900 ~75 microns
* Hull roughness on ships is measured as the

average maximum peak to lowest trough
height. The performance of foul release
systems is not solely a function of AHR but
also of wavelength. Intersleek900 has the
most open texture (compared to SPC
antifouling and Intersleek700) which means
the longest wavelength and lowest AHR
resulting in an exceptionally smooth surface
Note reflections
Foul release
Intersleek900 has excellent
Intersleek900 has been formulated to make it very difficult for fouling
resistance to fouling adhesion
organisms to adhere to the coated surface. The surface energy has

been engineered in such a way that a very unattractive surface is
presented to the fouling organism.
The excellent foul release properties of Intersleek900 means that even
during exceptionally long periods of inactivity, fouling attachment can
be removed by the vessel getting under way.
The better static resistance and improved foul release properties of
Intersleek900 means the product is suitable for use on newbuildings
during fitting out periods.
Intersleek900
Intersleek700
Fouling Control
Resistance to slime fouling

Certain owners enjoying the benefits of using silicone based Intersleek700
have noticed that slime build-up can occur. Intersleek900 technology has
combined advanced surface energy characteristics and an ultra smooth
surface to reduce slime build-up by 50%.
7 months in-service
Intersleek700
Intersleek900
Intersleek700.
Note less slime on the
Intersleek900 test patch.
Gloss and application

properties
Abrasion
resistance
Intersleek900s unique fluoropolymer technology uses additional
Current Intersleek700 users now know how
hydrogen bonding which dramatically increases the hold-up and sag
tough and flexible the product actually is,
resistance removing the need for double applications and yard
disproving the misconception that silicone
re-working. This simplifies the application and leads to a smoother
coatings are softer and more prone to damage
finish with better appearance. Another advantage of Intersleek900 is
than an SPC antifouling. Intersleek900 has
that is has also been formulated to reduce the amount of overspray
improved abrasion resistance, so ensuring less
generated during application.
damage to vessels in service,
Intersleek900: note dock bottom
Intersleek900: note gloss
Intersleek900
3 months in service.
Note water reflection.
No damage.
Fouling Control
Track Record
Type
Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
Size DWT
Dock Date
Yard
GC
Ikuna
Inco Ships
5,717
Mar 06
Sembawang
Survey
Western Monarch
Geco
2,926
Mar 06
Malta
Survey
Western Pride
Geco
1,649
Jul 06
Neorion
Ferry
Hibiscus
Iwasaki Corp
1,318
Jul 06
Daydong, China
LPG
BW Captain
BW Gas
56,945
Aug 06
Ferry
Southern Express
New Zealand Ferries
500
Sep 06
Bulker
Corona Ace
K-Line
77,447
Oct 06
HuaRun Da Dong, China
Container
NYK Andromeda
NYK-Line
81,819
Jan 07
Subic Bay
Bahrain Asry
Fishing Vessel XS
Vaughan Fisher
300
Feb 07
Naval Vessel
Alta M350
Norwegian Navy
375
Feb 07
Norway
Ro-Ro
La Superba
Grimaldi
18,278
Mar 07
Ente Bacini, Genoa
Fast Ferry
Fastcast Ryde
Wightlink Ltd
478
Apr 07
Husbands, Southampton
Container
Sunny Cedar
Korea Marine Transport Co Ltd
5,939
Apr 07
Daehan, Korea
Container
Shanghai Express
Hapag Lloyd
100,000
Apr 07
Fast Ferry
Damen Catamaran Damen
Fast Ferry
Our Lady Pamela
Wightlink (UK)
Ro-Ro
Victorine
Europship
Apr 07
312
May 07
Marchwood
9,470
May 07
Arno - Dunkirk
Product Carrier Choapas II
Trans Mari. Mexi.
44,646
May 07
Asmar Talcahuano
Ro-Ro
NYK Fontana
NYK Ship Management
16,602
Jun 07
Unithai
Tanker
Galway Fisher
James Fishers
3,627
Jun 07
A&P Falmouth
Bulker
Antwerpen
SMT Cyprus
41,100
Jun 07
Cosco Zhou Shan
Supply
NB OSV
Trico (Norway)
Jun 07
Norway
Container
MSC Rebecca
MSC ShipManagement
56,884
Jun 07
Cosco Zhou Shan
1,590
Jun 07
Lisnave, Portugal
Fishing Vessel Cosmos Kim
Don Won Industries
Container
NB208
A P Mller
158,000
Jul 07
Odense Steel Shipyard
LPG
Happy Bee
Hanseatic
7,245
Jul 07
Gdansk Shiprepair, Poland
Bulker
Tsuru
SMT Cyprus
38,680
Jul 07
Cosco Zhou Shan
Fouling Control
Track Record
Type
Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
Container
Elly Maersk
AP Moller
Container
RJ Pfeiffer
Container
Size DWT
Dock Date
Yard
158,000
Jul 07
Matsen
28,555
Jul 07
Cosco DL
Monoa
Matsen
31,126
Jul 07
Fast Ferry
Fastcat Shanklin
Wightlink (UK)
478
Jul 07
Marchwood Supuay
Fast Ferry
Albayzin
Los Cipreses
3,265
Jul 07
Astillero Rio Santiago
Ro-Ro
Sisler
US Navy
40,000
Jul 07
Tanker
Pembroke Fisher
James Fishers
14,122
Jul 07
A&P Falmouth
ULCC
TI Africa
Overseas Shipping Group
442,500
Jul 07
Dubai Drydocks
Tanker
Solent Fisher
James Fishers
3,627
Aug 07
A&P Falmouth
Tanker
Prem Pride
Mercator
105,000
Aug 07
Dubai Drydocks
Bulker
Heron
SMT Cyprus
38,635
Sep 07
Cosco Zhou Shan
Container
KMTC Hong Kong
Korea Marine
21,227
Sep 07
Container
Newbuilding L209
AP Moller
158,000
Sep 07
LNG
Excellence
Exmar
76,500
Sep 07
Dubai Drydocks
LNG
Excalibur
Exmar
76,500
Sep 07
Lisnave, Portugal
PCC
Toledo
Wilhelmsen
20,050
Sep 07
MHI, Japan
Reefer
Platte Reefer
Albafrigo
3,649
Sep 07
Factoria Naval-Marin
Tanker
Grace River
K-Line
49,999
Sep 07
Jurong Shipyard
Tanker
Thames Fisher
James Fishers
4,765
Sep 07
A&P Falmouth
VLCC
Leo Star
Vela
317,000
Sep 07
Bahrain Asry
PCC
Torrels
Wilhelmsen
20,050
Oct 07
MHI, Japan
Tanker
Annuity
James Fisher
3,294
Oct 07
Damen, Holland
Container
MSC Krittika
Dobson Fleet Management
36,200
Oct 07
HUD, Hong Kong
Fouling Control
Cost benefit analysis for 70,000 dwt LNG carrier

IntersmoothSPC
Intersleek700
Intersleek900
320,000
516,000
755,000
Extra over SPC ($)
196,000
435,000
Fuel saving (%)
4%
6%
140
134.4
131.6
42,000
40,320
39,480
Days trading
310
310
310
Fuel cost pa
13,020,000
12,499,200
12,238,800
Savings pa
520,800
781,200
Fuel savings over 5 years
2,604,000
3,906,000
Nett savings over 5 years
2,408,000
3,471,000
Paint cost ($)
Fuel usage MT / Day

Fuel cost MT / Day
Assumption
1. Activity = 310 days pa
2. Fuel price = $300 / MT
Fouling Control
Block Stage
Hull Stage
Delivery
Re-docking
Launch
Case 1
Keel Laying
Newbuilding application procedures
PDD
Topside
Scantling
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Light Ship
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Bilge Keel
Flat Bottom
Key
Intershield300
Intergard263
Intersmooth465 SPC
Intersleek717
Intersleek737
Intersleek757
Fouling Control
Block Stage
Hull Stage
Delivery
Re-docking
Launch
Case 2
Keel Laying
PDD
Topside
Scantling
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Light Ship
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Bilge Keel
Flat Bottom
Key
Intershield300
Intergard263
Intersmooth465 SPC
Intersleek717
Intersleek737
Intersleek757
Fouling Control
Delivery
Launch
Case 3
Keel Laying
Block Stage
Hull Stage
PDD
No application
required
at PPD
Topside
Scantling
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Light Ship
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Bilge Keel
Flat Bottom
Key
Intershield300
Intergard263
Intersmooth465 SPC
Intersleek717
Intersleek737
Intersleek757
Fouling Control
Delivery
Launch
Case 4
Keel Laying
Block Stage
Hull Stage
PDD
No application
required
at PPD
Topside
Scantling
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Light Ship
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Bilge Keel
Flat Bottom
Key
Intershield300
Intergard263
Intersmooth465 SPC
Intersleek717
Intersleek737
Intersleek757
Fouling Control
Block Stage
Hull Stage
Delivery
Re-docking
Launch
Case 5
Keel Laying
PDD
Topside
Scantling
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Light Ship
Draft Line
Side Bottom
Bilge Keel
Flat Bottom
Key
Intershield300
Intergard263
Intersmooth465 SPC
Intersleek717
Intersleek737
Intersleek757
Fouling Control
Foul release repair procedures of mechanical damage

(guide only*) (at drydocking)
1 Area to be repaired
2 Remove complete system

down to steel or primer
by hydroblasting, power
tooling or dry abrasive
blasting, making sure a
straight sharp edge is
achieved (no feathering)
3 Mask off area adjacent

to prepared area using
tape (must be adherent
to Intersleek) and plastic
*Consult International Paint for detailed procedures.
For repair of any mechanical damage at newbuilding, consult International Paint.
Fouling Control
Foul release repair procedures of mechanical damage

(guide only*) (at drydocking)
4 Apply Intershield300
scheme using spray
or roller
5 Apply Intersleek737
tie coat using spray
or roller
6 Remove masking and

apply Intersleek757
finish by spray or roller
with minimal overlapping
of the existing Intersleek
scheme
*Consult International Paint for detailed procedures.
For repair of any mechanical damage at newbuilding, consult International Paint.
Cosmetic Finish
Acrylic polysiloxane
technology
For the LNG carrier, the condition and
appearance of the topsides, external decks
and superstructure is largely dependent on
the attitude of the operator concerned and
the coating system chosen at newbuilding.
The appearance of the vessel is an important
advertisement for the operator and is often
a good indicator of the general standard of
vessel maintenance and operation.
Interfine 979
Acrylic polysiloxane cosmetic finish

The exposed areas of vessels will be subjected
to a wide range of operational and climatic
conditions:
Mechanical damage
Caused for example by cargo loading and
unloading, fender damage, anchor chain
and cables.
Cosmetic
appearance
Ultra violet light from the sun degrades many
types of cosmetic finishes. These finishes tend
to lose gloss and are chosen for their lower
cost rather than long term durability.
M.V. Al Khor
After application of
Coatings build up
International Paints Foul
Extensive and frequent repairs with inappropriate
Release Coating and Acrylic
coating systems will, with time, lead to coatings
Polysiloxane Coating
build up with a possible loss of system integrity

and potential detachment.
Cosmetic Finish
Interfine979 inorganic acrylic polysiloxane represents the latest advances in

super durable, high performance cosmetic finish.
Polysiloxane coatings are usually modified in order to improve flexibility,
application properties and appearance. The first generation of
G
HT
Organic
UV
LI
polysiloxane coatings were modified with epoxy resins. Interfine979 is

a second generation polysiloxane coating and is modified with an
acrylic resin.
Interfine979 Test Data

The following graph shows typical values of gloss retention for the same
colour (shade) of different cosmetic finishes subjected to accelerated
(QUV-A) weathering testing over a 60 week period.
The Carbon-Carbon (C-C) bonds within

traditional organic coatings are less
resilient than those found in acrylic
polysiloxanes
100
UV
LI
HT
Inorganic
Accelerated Weathering Test

Interfine979
90
Gloss Retention (%)
80
Epoxy
Polysiloxane
70
60
Si
Si
Typical
Recoatable
Polyurethane
50
40
30
20
10
0
0
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
8000
9000
10000
Polysiloxane coatings are significantly

more resistant to UV (sunlight) degradation
which means much improved cosmetic
properties over time in service.
In the 1,000-4,000 hours range, the polyurethane is losing

its gloss whilst interfine979 still exhibits almost 100% gloss
retention.
Note: the above graph is intended to show typical performance

and is indicative only. Exposure test results will differ with
product colour, application method and test location equipment.
Interfine979 has superior

resistance to yellowing compared
to Epoxy Polysiloxane
Cosmetic Finish
Interfine979 is suitable for all vessel types but is of particular benefit where
operator image and premium asset protection are of critical importance.
Interfine979 inorganic
acrylic polysiloxane
Additional key
features
The technology of Interfine979 will revolutionise the standards by
The patented Interfine979 inorganic acrylic
which high performance cosmetic finishes are measured.
polysiloxane polymer network also provides

additional key features, including good edge
Interfine979 offers unrivalled durability on extended atmospheric

exposure. Second generation polysiloxane coatings have demonstrated
coverage, flexibility and resistance to mechanical

damage, high solids content, low VOC
their ability to out perform traditional coatings in a wide range of
emissions, high film build capacities and
applications - having up to 4 times longer performance.
complete freedom from isocyanates.

Interfine979 is a premium coating best suited to the premium
Intershield300 abrasion resistance aluminum pure epoxy anticorrosive
where 2 or 3 coat systems can be specified.
Comparison of key coating properties for the various types of cosmetic finish
Interfine979
Polysiloxane
Epoxy
Finish
Typical Recoatable
Polyurethane Finish
Acrylic
Finish
Resistance to mechanical damage
Good
Good
Fair
Poor
Poor
Resistance to solvent/chemical spillage
Good
Good
Good
Poor
Poor
Resistance to chalking
Excellent
Poor
Very Good
Good
Fair
Initial gloss
Excellent
Good
Excellent
Good
Very Good
Gloss retention
Excellent
Poor
Very Good
Good
Good
Colour retention
Excellent
Poor
Very Good
Good
Fair
Ease of cleaning
Excellent
Fair
Very Good
Fair
Good
Alkyd
Finish
Cosmetic Finish
Interfine 979
Track Record
Type
Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
DWT
Dock Date
Supply
Far Scout
Trawler
Farstad Sh
2,200
Oct 01
Aker Yards AS - Langsten
Svalbard
Remoy Sea Serv
1,000
Jan 02
Aker Yards AS
Langsten
Fast Craft
Nordic Jet
Nordic Jet
120
Mar 02
Baltic Shiprepair Yard
Smallcraft
KMRSS Worthy
Queensland C
1,512
Dec 02
Tropical Reef Shipyard
Supply
Lady Caroline
Farstad Sh
2,637
Mar 03
Simek
Supply
Far Scoutl
Farstad Sh
2,200
Mar 03
Navantia Ferro
Pass.Liner
Holiday Dream
Pullmantur
37,012
Apr 03
Sembawang Shipyard
Pass.Liner
Boudicca
Fred Olsen Mare
28,388
Apr 03
Sembawang Shipyard
Supply
Lady Astrid
Farstad Sh
2,350
Jun 03
Simek
Supply
Stril Poseidon
Simon Mokster
4,200
Jul 03
Ro-Ro
Nordkyn
1,350
Jul 03
Naval Shipyard
Pass.Liner
Norwegian Spirit
Norwegian C.L
75,339
Sep 03
Hong Kong United Docks
Drill Ship
Bingo 9000-4
Noble Drilling
14,000
Oct 03
Dalian New Shipyard
Pass.Liner
Megastar Aries
Star Cruise
3,264
Nov 03
Sembawang Shipyard
Drill Ship
Bingo 9000-3
Noble Drilling
14,000
Dec 03
Dalian New Shipyard
Fast Craft
Federico Garcia Lorca
Eurolineas Mar
5,880
Dec 03
Navantia Cadiz
Tanker
Megastar Taurus
Star Cruise
5,587
Dec 03
Sembawang Shipyard
Supply
Far Symphony
Farstad Sh
3,503
Dec 03
Ulstein Verft A/S
Supply
Far Splendour
Farstad UK
3,503
Dec 03
Ulstein Verft A/S
Supply
Malaviya Nineteen
Gesco
3,302
Jan 04
Aker Yards AS - Aukra
Supply
Antenor
Surf
3,116
Feb 04
Aker Yards AS - Brattvaag
Pass.Liner
Superstar Virgo
Star Cruise
8,530
Mar 04
Sembawang Shipyard
Supply
Asterie UT 755L
Surf
3,316
Mar 04
Supply
Skandi Captain
DOF Management
3,300
Mar 04
Turnu Severin
Gen.Cargo
Aastun
Aasen Shipping
4,600
May 04
Naval Ship Yard Gdynia
Other
Geco Eagle
Geco
4,400
Jun 04
ST Marine (Tuas)
Supply
Malaviya Twenty
Gesco
2,510
Aug 04
Barge
Lulu
Bahregan
1,000
Aug 04
Hiesco
Other
Solar Light Vessel
Trinity House
160
Aug 04
Ramsgate Marine
Icebreaker
CCGS Hudson
Canada Gov Mar
3,721
Oct 04
Verreault Navigation Inc
Tug
Pilbara Neptune
Hamersley
800
Dec 04
Damen Gorichem
Gdynia
Yard
Cosmetic Finish
Interfine 979
Track Record
Type
Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
DWT
Dock Date
Fast Craft
Jonathan Swift
Drill Ship
Dobson Lines
455
Jan 05
Harland & Wolff
Noble Roger Eason
Noble Drilling
12,312
Feb 05
Aratu
Supply
Bourbon Topaz
Bourbon Offshore
4,900
Feb 05
Ulstein Verft A/S
Supply
Strilmoy
Simon Mokster
4,150
Mar 05
Aker Braila
Supply
Skandi Barra
DOF Management
4,000
Mar 05
Giurgiu S/Y
Tanker
Alphard Star
Vela I International
301,862
May 05
Dubai D/D
LNG
Northwest Sandpiper
Alsoc
66,768
May 05
Sembawang Shipyard
Trawler
Corystes
Heyn Engineering
1,280
Jun 05
A&P Falmouth
Container
St Irene
Oceanic Marit
12,583
Jul 05
Tanker
Angelim
V Ship Norway
10,260
Jul 05
Maua Jurong
Pass.Liner
Norwegian Jewe
Norwegian C.L
92,250l
Aug 05
Meyer Weft,papenburg
Supply
Geo Holm
DOF Management
4,150
Aug 05
Aker Tulcea
Tug
Pilbara Vulcan
Hamersley
537
Aug 05
Damen Changde
Container
Tove Maersk
AP Moller
21,825
Sep 05
Lisnave
Pass.Liner
Norwegian Spirit
Norwegian C.L.
75,339
Oct 05
San Francisco D/D Inc.
Chem/Parce
Bow Summer
Odfjell ASA
40,000
Oct 05
Stocznia Szczecinsta
Nowa
Gen.Cargo
CEC Courage
Graig
8,733
Oct 05
Yardimci S/Y
Supply
Skandi Chieftain
DOF Management
4,150
Oct 05
Supply
Stril Poseidon
Simon Mokster
4,000
Dec 05
Smallcraft
KMRSS Worthy
Queensland C
1,512
Dec 05
Tropical Reef Shipyard
Fast Craft
Nordic Jet
Nordic Jet
120
Dec 05
Baltic Shiprepair Yard
Tanker Ds
Ramlah
Mideast
300,300
Feb 06
Dubai D/D
Supply
Skandi Carla
DOF Management
4,456
Mar 06
Orskov Gmbh, Bremer
Pass.Liner
Pride of Hawaii
Norwegian C.L
92,250
Apr 06
Meyer Weft, papenburg
Supply
Skandi Captain
DOF Management
3,300
Apr 06
Lloyd Werft
Supply
Arcadian Sea
Secunda
3,050
Apr 06
GMC Stavanger
Supply
Pacific Endeavour
Swire Pacific
2,700
Apr 06
Aker Yards AS - Soviknest
Other
Far Strait
Farstad UK
2,650
Apr 06
Aker Braila
Pass.Cargo
Bharat Seema
Lakshadweep
1,733
Apr 06
Cochin
Tanker Ds
Safaniyah
Mideast
300,361
May 06
Dubai D/D
Yard
Cosmetic Finish
Interfine 979
Track Record
Type
Vessel Name
Owner / Operator
DWT
Dock Date
LPG
Northwest Sanderling
Container
Alsoc
66,810
May 06
Sembawang Shipyard
Safmarine Concord
Safship
26,152
May 06
Lisnave
Pass.Liner
Bergensfjord
FJORD 1
1,025
May 06
Aker Tulcea
Tanker Ds
Ghawar
Mideast
300,400
Jun 06
Dubai D/D
Tanker
Iran Moor
National Iranian TA
298,000
Jun 06
Dubai D/D
Supply
Far Sword
Farstad Sh
3,050
Jun 06
Aker Braila
Ferry
Stavangerfjord
Fjord 1
1,025
Jun 06
Aker Tulcea
Other
643502 Tender
US Coast Guard
100
Jun 06
Texas S/Y
Bulker
Prabhu Daya
Tolani
52,817
Jul 06
Cosco Zhou Shan
Other
Agile
Secunda
8,200
Jul 06
Alabama D/D Maritime
Supply
Pacific Endurance
Swire Pacific
2,700
Jul 06
Supply
Far Sound
Farstad Sh
2,650
Jul 06
Aker Braila
Supply
Far Stream
Farstad UK
2,650
Jul 06
Simek
Supply
Polar Pevek
Rieber
1,324
Jul 06
Other
55112 ANB
US Coast Guard
100
Jul 06
Texas S/Y
Tanker Ds
Watban
Mideast
300,361
Aug 06
Dubai D/D
Pass.Liner
Fanafjord
Fjord 1
1,025
Aug 06
Aker Tulcea
Pass.Liner
Raunefjord
Fjord 1
1,025
Aug 06
Aker Tulcea
Pass.Liner
Mastrafjord
Fjord 1
1,025
Aug 06
Aker Tulcea
Tanker
Iran Noah
National Iranian TA
298,700
Sep 06
Dubai D/D
LNG
Al Khor***
NYK
72,200
Sep 06
Dubai D/D
Supply
Island Vanguard
Island Ofshore
4,200
Sep 06
Aker Tulcea
Supply
Far Sky
Farstad UK
1,750
Sep 06
A&P Teeside
Supply
Olympic Electra
Olympic Ship
3,300
Oct 06
Aker Tulcea
Supply
Pacific Enterprice
Swire Pacific
2,700
Oct 06
Aker Brevik
***
Yard
LNG carriers chartered by Qatar Liquefied Gas
Product Features, Benefits

and Technical Information
A unique, high performance, light coloured,

abrasion resistant, aluminium pure epoxy coating
suitable for use on multiple vessel areas.
Intershield 300
Maximum Return on Investment

Coating Process Productivity
In Service Performance
Universal application
Year round workability
Low temperature cure
Fast access
Coating process
Controlled future
maintenance costs
Long life asset protection

Operating efficiency
Quality image
compatibility
'Cheikh El Mokrani' (Hyproc

Shipping Company), June 2007.
Features
Benefits
Proven control of future maintenance costs
No additional surface preparation or
Excellent long term corrosion and abrasion resistance
IACS type approved

Smooth surface ideal for overcoating with antifoulings or
Asset protection
Return on investment
Operator image
Second hand value
Compliant with IMO MSC.25 (82)
Control of hull roughness and fuel efficiency
foul release coatings
Application direct over prepared shop primer
application costs compared to standard

anticorrosive systems
Universal application at Newbuilding and Maintenance

& Repair
Low temperature cure and year round workability
>5600 vessel track record since 1988

DNV B1 classification and NORSOK approval for above
Coating process compatibility
Long term protection
Minimises problems
Simplified maintenance
Coating process productivity
Control of application labour costs
Proven in service performance
Independent proof of performance
and below water areas
Excellent edge retention

Contains aluminium pigmentation
Control of corrosion

Vessel Area
Underwater Hull
Boottop and Topsides
External Decks and Hatchcovers
External Superstructure
Water Ballast Tanks
Cargo Holds
Crude Oil Tanks
Void Spaces and Cofferdams
Surface Preparation
Newbuilding: Where necessary, remove weld splatter and smooth
weld seams and sharp edges. Weld seams and damaged areas
should be blast cleaned to Sa2.5 (ISO 8501-1:2007) or power tooled
to St3 (ISO 8501-1:2007). If the shop primer shows extensive or
Intershield300 12 years in service.
widely scattered breakdown, overall sweep blasting may be necessary.

Major Refurbishment, Repair or Upgrading of Approved
Schemes: Abrasive blast clean to minimum Sa2 (ISO 8501-1:2007)
or International Paint Hydroblasting Standard HB2M.
Product Data
Colour
ENA300 Bronze; ENA301 Aluminium
Volume Solids (ISO 3233:1998)
60%
Film Thickness
Wet - 208m (8.2 mils) - 333m (13.1 mils)

Dry - 125m (4.9 mils) - 200m (7.8 mils)
IMO MSC.215(82) vessels, scheme is 2 x 160m (6.4 mils) DFT
Theoretical Spreading Rate

(at stated volume solids and typical film thickness)
4.81m2/lt at 125m DFT - 3.00m2/lt at 200m DFT

196 sq.ft./US gallon at 4.9 mils DFT - 122 sq.ft./US gallon at 7.8 DFT
Drying/Overcoating Times @ 25C (77F):

Touch Dry (ISO 1517:73)
3 hours
Min Overcoating Time
6 hours
Max Overcoating Time
14 days (immersed areas) 6 months (non immersed areas)
Min Time To Immersion
3 days
Pack Size
17.5 litres
Thinner
International GTA220
Cleaner
(not normally recommended)
International GTA220 / GTA822

A silicone elastomer foul release coating
Intersleek 700
Intersleek700 after 30 months

in service, light slime only after
partial washing.
Features
Benefits
Ultra smooth, slippery, easy clean surface with potential reductions

in applied scheme hull roughness via careful application
Control of fuel efficiency and speed
Biocides are not used to control fouling

Control of treatment and disposal costs for
wash water/blasting abrasive at subsequent
drydockings
Can be applied over existing SPC antifouling systems in

good condition (via Intersleek717 Linkcoat)
As a sealer coat for the existing SPC

antifouling and as a Linkcoat for the
Intersleek700 system
Control of conversion costs to the

Chemically durable
Flexibility in drydocking schedule

(up to 60 months*)
Surface remains smooth - if not subjected

to abrasion or mechanical damage
Excellent colour retention
Vessel appearance
Consult International Paint
In comparison to typical contact leaching and self polishing

antifouling technologies
Depending on in service conditions

Vessel Area
Underwater Hull and Boottop
Surface Preparation
Newbuilding: For Newbuilding specifications and procedures, please consult International Paint.
Maintenance and Repair
Major Refurbishment
Existing Intersleek System

Existing SPC Antifouling System
High Pressure Fresh Water Wash

Degrease (SSPC-SP1)
Grit Blast to Sa2 1/2 (ISO 8501-1) or SSPC-SP10
or Hydroblast to International Paint
HB21/2 L Standard
Low Pressure Fresh Water Wash

Degrease (SSPC-SP1)
Spot Hydroblast to International Paint
HB21/2 L Standard

Degrease (SSPC-SP1)
HB21/2 L Standard
Scheme (in m (mils) DFT)

Full Coat Intershield300xx Aluminium
@125m (4.9 mils) DFT
Touch Up Intershield300xx Aluminium


Full Coat Intershield300xx Bronze

Touch Up Intershield300xx Bronze

Full Coat Intersleek717 Linkcoat

Full Coat Intersleek737x @100m (3.9 mils) DFT
Touch Up Intersleek737x @100m (3.9 mils) DFT
Full Coat Intersleek757 @150m (5.9 mils) DFT
Touch Up Intersleek757 @150m (5.9 mils)
Product Data
DFT

Intersleek717 Linkcoat
Intersleek737x Tie Coat
Intersleek757 Finish
Colour
Mid Brown BXA 716/717
Light Grey BXA 737/738/739
Grey BXA 757/758/759
54%
57%
72%
Film Thickness
Wet - 185m (7.3 mils)

Dry - 100m (3.9 mils)
Wet - 175m (6.9 mils)

Dry - 100m (3.9 mils)
Wet - 208m (8.2 mils)

Dry - 150m (5.9 mils)
5.4m2/lt (220 sq.ft/US gallon)

at 100m (3.9 mils) DFT


30 mins
2 hours
3 hours
Hard Dry (ISO 9117:90)
3 hours
5 hours
5 hours
4 hours
12 hours
Not applicable
8 hours
1 week
Min Time Before Flooding
Not applicable
Not applicable
24 hours
Pot Life @ 25C (77F)
75 minutes
1 hour
1 hour
Pack Size
10 litre unit (mixed)

2 US gallon unit

2 US gallon unit

2 1/2 US gallon unit
Thinner (not normally recommended)
Do not thin
Cleaner
After 60 months in service with the initial Intersleek700 system, a full coat of Intersleek757
is recommended at 100m (3.9 mils) DFT.
Consult International Paint for availability of other colours.
ASTM D-2697 North America.
x Use Intersleek731 in North America.

xx Use Intergard264 in North America.
Consult International Paint.


Features
Ultra smooth, glossy surface with excellent foul release properties
Biocides are not used to control fouling
Benefits
Control of fuel efficiency and speed
Control of emissions

Can be applied over existing SPC antifouling systems in

good condition (via Intersleek717 Linkcoat)
Durable
Control of conversion costs to the

Flexibility in drydocking schedule
(up to 60 months)
Flexible with good resistance to mechanical damage
Hull roughness control
Excellent colour retention
Vessel appearance
Good hold-up with reduced overspray
Removes the need for double application,

reduces yard rework and clean up

Depending on in service conditions
In comparison to Intersleek700
Depending on application and in service conditions

Vessel Area
Underwater Hull and Boottop
Surface Preparation
Newbuilding: For Newbuilding specifications and procedures, please consult International Paint.
Major Refurbishment
Existing Intersleek System

Existing SPC Antifouling System

Degrease (SSPC-SP1)
Grit Blast to Sa2 1/2 (ISO 8501-1) or SSPC-SP10
or Hydroblast to International Paint
HB21/2 L Standard
Low Pressure Fresh Water Wash

Degrease (SSPC-SP1)
HB21/2 L Standard

Degrease (SSPC-SP1)
HB21/2 L Standard
Scheme (in m (mils) DFT)

Full Coat Intershield300xx Aluminium


Full Coat Intershield300xx Bronze

Touch Up Intershield300xx Bronze

Full Coat Intersleek717 Linkcoat

Touch Up Intersleek737x @100m (3.9 mils) DFT
Touch Up Intersleek970 @150m (5.9 mils)
Product Data
DFT

Intersleek717 Linkcoat
Intersleek737x Tie Coat
Intersleek970 Finish
Colour
Mid Brown BXA 716/717
Light Grey BXA 737/738/739
Red FXA 977/980/981
54%
57%
74%
Film Thickness
Wet - 185m (7.3 mils)

Dry - 100m (3.9 mils)
Wet - 175m (6.9 mils)

Dry - 100m (3.9 mils)
Wet - 203m (8.2 mils)

Dry - 150m (5.9 mils)



30 mins
2 hours
3 hours
Hard Dry (ISO 9117:90)
3 hours
5 hours
6 hours
4 hours
12 hours
Not applicable
8 hours
1 week
Min Time Before Flooding
Not applicable
Not applicable
20 hours
Pot Life @ 25C (77F)
75 minutes
1 hour
1 hour
Pack Size

2 US gallon unit

2 US gallon unit

2 1/2 US gallon unit
Thinner (not normally recommended)
Do not thin
Cleaner
After 60 months in service with the initial Intersleek900 system, a full coat of Intersleek970
is recommended at 100m (3.9 mils) DFT.
Consult International Paint for availability of other colours.
x Use Intersleek731 in North America.

xx Use Intergard264 in North America.
Consult International Paint.

A patented, high performance, high volume

solids content acrylic polysiloxane cosmetic
finish providing excellent long term durability.
Interfine979 significantly improves upon the
gloss and colour retention exhibited by typical
polyurethane finishes.
Interfine 979
Features
Benefits
Patented, polysiloxane cosmetic finish
Excellent long term gloss and

colour retention
Enhanced vessel appearance compared

to typical polyurethane systems
Isocyanate free
Freedom from isocyanate coating

application restrictions
76% volume solids content
Attractive spreading rates
Low VOC content (231g/lt*) 175g/kg SED
Control of solvent emissions
Suitable for use with Intershield300 abrasion resistant

aluminium pure epoxy
Unique system offering excellent long term

corrosion protection and cosmetic properties

Control of in service damage and corrosion
due to abrasion
Extended recoatability
Easy maintenance
High build application properties
125 microns (4.9 mils) dft can be applied

in a single coat
EPA Method #24
EU Solvent Emissions Directive (Council Directive 1999/13/EC)

Vessel Area
External above water areas (including boottops)
Surface Preparation
Newbuilding:
Apply to clean and dry anticorrosive system.
Major Refurbishment: Apply to clean and dry anticorrosive system.

Repair:
Consult International for details.
Typical Scheme (dft)

Newbuilding:
125m (4.9 mils)
Major Refurbishment: 125m (4.9 mils)

Repair:
Consult International for details.
Product Data
Colour
Range of colours
76%
Film Thickness
Wet - 164m (6.5 mils)

Dry - 125m (4.9 mils)

6.10m2/lt at 125m DFT

(248 sq.ft/US gallon)

Touch Dry (ASTM D-1640, 7.5) or (ISO 1517:1973)
3 hours
Dry to Handle (ASTM D-1640, 7.7) or (ISO 9117:1990)
4 hours
4 hours
Extended
Pot Life at 25C (77F)
2 hours
Pack Size
20 Litre unit, 5 US gallon unit
Thinner
(not normally recommended)
Cleaner
Underwater Hull - fluoropolymer foul release coating

Product
Colour
Coats
% Loss
factor
DFT
Microns
WFT
Microns
TSR
(m2/lt)
PSR
(m2/lt)
Volume
Solids (%)
Intershield300
Bronze*
FC
30
125
208
4.81
3.36
60
Intershield300
Aluminium*
FC
30
125
208
4.81
3.36
60
Intersleek737
Light Grey
FC
30
125
175
5.7
3.99
57
Intersleek970
Red
FC
30
125
203
4.9
3.45
74
Underwater Hull - silicone elastomer foul release coating

Product
Colour
Coats
% Loss
factor
DFT
Microns
WFT
Microns
TSR
(m2/lt)
PSR
(m2/lt)
Volume
Solids (%)
Intershield300
Bronze*
FC
30
125
208
4.81
3.36
60
Intershield300
Aluminium*
FC
30
125
208
4.81
3.36
60
Intersleek737
Pink
FC
30
100
175
5.7
3.99
57
Intersleek757
Grey
FC
30
150
208
4.8
3.36
72
Ballast Tanks - abrasion resistant aluminium pure epoxy

Product
Colour
Coats
% Loss
factor
DFT
Microns
WFT
Microns
TSR
(m2/lt)
PSR
(m2/lt)
Volume
Solids (%)
Intershield300
Bronze*
FC
30
160**
267
3.75
2.63
60
Intershield300
Aluminium*
15% SC
30
12.0
8.40
60
Intershield300
Bronze*
15% SC
30
12.0
8.40
60
Intershield300
Aluminium*
FC
30
160**
267
3.75
2.63
60
* Colours are interchangeable

** For newbuilding
Superstructure - acrylic polysiloxane cosmetic finish

Product
Colour
Coats
% Loss
factor
DFT
Microns
WFT
Microns
TSR
(m2/lt)
PSR
(m2/lt)
Volume
Solids (%)
Intershield300
Bronze*
FC
30
125
208
4.8
3.36
60
Intershield300
Aluminium*
FC
30
125
208
4.8
3.36
60
FC
30
125
164
6.1
4.26
76
Interfine979
Topsides - acrylic polysiloxane cosmetic finish

Product
Colour
Coats
% Loss
factor
DFT
Microns
WFT
Microns
TSR
(m2/lt)
PSR
(m2/lt)
Volume
Solids (%)
Intershield300
Bronze*
FC
30
125
208
4.8
3.36
60
Intershield300
Aluminium*
FC
30
125
208
4.8
3.36
60
FC
30
125
164
6.1
4.26
76
Interfine979
Trunk Deck Sloping Sides / Domes acrylic polysiloxane cosmetic finish

Product
Colour
Coats
% Loss
factor
DFT
Microns
WFT
Microns
TSR
(m2/lt)
PSR
(m2/lt)
Volume
Solids (%)
Intershield300
Bronze*
FC
30
125
208
4.8
3.36
60
Intershield300
Aluminium*
FC
30
125
208
4.8
3.36
60
FC
30
125
164
6.1
4.26
76
Interfine979
* Colours are interchangeable
Further Information
Important notes
All representations and statements concerning the product(s) in this
publication are accurate to the best of our knowledge. Statements
made in this report are advisory only and are not intended to be
specific recommendations or warranties of any product, combination of
products or fitness for any particular purpose. To the extent permitted
by law, we do not accept any liability to any person for any loss or
damage (direct or indirect) that may arise from any use of or reliance
on any of the methods or information contained in this brochure for any
purpose.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, all products supplied and technical
advice or recommendations given are subject to the Conditions of Sale
of our supplying company. Any warranties, if given, are contained in
those standard Conditions of Sale and are the only ones made with
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we give to you. We hearby disclaim any warranties or representations,
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without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for
a particular purpose.
For each of our products the relevant Product Data Sheet, Material
Safety Data Sheet and package labelling comprise an integral
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Dedicated teams of customer and technical service personnel around
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handled promptly, efficiently and professionally. Our reputation is built
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Abrasion Resistance and Corrosion Protection

Product Features, Benefits and Technical Information

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