AkzoNobel adds cruise ships to coating ROI tool

As reported. Intertrac Vision uses AkzoNobel’s database and vessel operating profiles to provide predictions on potential fuel and CO2 savings from fouling control coatings prior to application. The first version was launched in October 2015 and incorporated ship powering requirements for more than 85% of the world’s deep-sea fleet market, including bulkers, tankers and container ships.

Michael Hindmarsh, project lead for Intertrac Vision, said: “We can provide cruise vessel owners with tangible proof of ROI. In doing so, we can support the long-term profitability and sustainability of the cruise industry.”

Hindmarsh also revealed the LNG vessels will be the next to be added to the tool.

Key outputs from Intertrac Vision include: ships powering requirement, fuel oil consumption, fuel oil cost, CO2 emission predictions and a full cost benefit analysis when comparing different coatings and surface preparation options.