A recent research study titled “How much could barnacles limit shipping’s decarbonisation?” highlights the significant threat barnacle biofouling poses to global decarbonisation efforts. Published by I-Tech, the developer behind barnacle-repelling antifouling technology, the study is based on inspections of 685 vessel hulls and reveals a widespread and under-addressed contributor to increased fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Widespread Barnacle Biofouling Found on Global Fleet...