AI rising in marine and offshore coating inspection

AI rising in marine and offshore coating inspection

Machine Learning has produced results at least equal to human judgement when inspecting coating condition, explains Gu Hai, ABS Director of Technology Assessing the condition of marine and offshore coatings continues to be one of the major tasks to be addressed during...
The latest on marine coatings in PCE-International

The latest on marine coatings in PCE-International

In Lifting the Lid we hear from Hempel, on how they are managing to navigate their way through the COVID-19 pandemic Spotlight focusses is on the rise of AI and autonomous flying robots for use in coating inspection. In Focus takes a look at how AkzoNobel’s passion...
Navigating an unpredictable market

Navigating an unpredictable market

In an increasingly unpredictable world, shipping companies need flexible solutions that enable them to take advantage of market opportunities when they arise, says Christian Ottosen, Group VP, Head of Marine Business at Hempel A/S If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s...
A world shaken

A world shaken

Jean-Michel R Gauthier, Managing Director, Global Marine, Protective and Yacht coatings, AkzoNobel takes a look at the COVID-19 trends and outlook for 2021. The Covid-19 crisis has clearly shaken the world’s social and economic foundations. 2020 has obviously been a...
Elcometer Limited acquires Sagola SA

Elcometer Limited acquires Sagola SA

Three years after the successful launch of their new Abrasive Blast Equipment Division, Elcometer, world leaders in the supply of equipment to the coatings industry are pleased to announce their acquisition of Sagola SA, a leading manufacturer and supplier of paint...