Akzo Nobel’s Coatings Used for China’s Maiden Large Cruise Ship

Sustainable Coatings Akzo Nobel’s Coatings Used for China’s Maiden Large Cruise Ship

2024-01-12 Source: Press release Akzo Nobel 2 min Reading Time

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China has delivered its first ‘Made in China’ large cruise ship and Akzo Nobel’s innovative and sustainable coatings were used for coating the vessel. The firm’s Intersmooth fouling control technology was utilized on the hull of the vessel owing to its high durability, low VOC content and excellent application properties.

The first large cruise ship ever to be built in China has set off on its maiden voyage, having been coated with paint supplied by Akzo Nobel’s Marine, Protective and Yacht Coatings business. (Source: Akzo Nobel) — The first large cruise ship ever to be built in China has set off on its maiden voyage, having been coated with paint supplied by Akzo Nobel’s Marine, Protective and Yacht Coatings business.
(Source: Akzo Nobel)

Amsterdam/The Netherlands – The first large cruise ship ever to be built in China has set off on its maiden voyage, having been coated with International paint supplied by Akzo Nobel’s Marine, Protective and Yacht Coatings business.

Constructed over a period of more than three years, the 5,246-passenger Adora Magic City features the company’s Intersmooth fouling control technology. The high-performance brand was specified on the hull of the milestone vessel due to its high durability, low VOC content and excellent application properties. The ship – which is 323.6 meters long and has a 1,292-person crew capacity – was built by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co. and the launch heralds a new beginning for the Chinese cruise ship new-build sector.

“We’re proud that our trusted coatings technology and expertise played an important role and were extremely impressed during a recent visit to see the final fitting out of this landmark vessel,” says Simon Parker, Director of Akzo Nobel’s Marine, Protective and Yacht Coatings business, who adds that the company is also contributing to the new-build of Adora Magic City’s sister ship.

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“We hope to be involved in similar projects in the future and remain committed to supporting the application and development of advanced coatings that will help propel our customers and the industry to a more sustainable future.”

The newly launched ship, which weighs 135,500 tons, contains more than 25 million different parts and was produced with the cooperation of more than 30 countries and over 8,000 specialized suppliers.

“Our ability to support global projects and supply chains provides value for customers of our Marine Coatings business,” continues Parker. “Our International brand has been meeting customer needs in this respect for more than 140 years. We’re constantly innovating to keep pace with evolving requirements, with a clear focus on supporting customers in yard efficiency, boosting lifetime performance and reducing both fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions in operation.

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