KCC Marine Coatings – Korean market leaders in antifouling technology – have recently launched their METACRUISE Neo Silicone (NS), combining extremely low friction surface, with excellent antifouling performance.

METACRUISE NS can be used for all type of Deep Sea Vessels including propeller repairs and is suitable for vessels operating with long service intervals, up to 90 months and/or very long idle periods of up to 120 days.

It is based on KCC’s patented technology combining the smoothness of a silicone coating with efficient fouling preventing biocides in a single coat.

In view of the new and demanding environmental regulations, the KCC METACRUISE NS is the optimum hull coating for low fuel consumption, reduction of GHG emissions and long idle guarantee.

Features and technologies of our Silicone antifouling, METACRUISE NS:

• Average speed loss of 1.4% for 60 months (with performance guarantee)
• Extended idle guarantee, up to 120 days
• Long-lasting and stable antifouling properties, by Nano-BRC (Biocide Release Controller)
• Amphiphilic surface to minimize foulant attachment

The METACRUISE Neo Silicone, together with the tried and tested silyl acrylate and silyl methacrylate SPC antifoulings of KCC Marine Coatings, form an unbeatable hull protection package, with emphasis on:

• Maximum environmental protection, with a friendly but effective biocides package
• Optimum and guaranteed fuel saving, throughout the lifetime of the paint