Water ballast tanks can be difficult areas to repair whilst the vessel is in service, and typically require considerable time, investment and planning for major refurbishment at drydocking.

These practical and financial issues are compounded by Classificiation Society requirements for improved vessel safety and where one of the main areas of focus is the condition of seawater ballast tanks.

Important factors in seawater ballast tank coating selection typically include:

• Proven corrosion protection
• Light colour
• Tar free
• High volume solids content to meet VOC (Volatile Organic Content) restrictions now in place in several worldwide locations
• Surface tolerance
• Damp tolerance
• Winter workability
• Ease of application
• Independent certification

Whether carrying out minor seawater ballast tank coating repairs or major refurbishment work, in dock or at sea, International Paint has the range of products to fully meet operator’s needs.