The new agreement covers the global Protective segment, expanding from their SeaStar Alliance back in 2002. The long-standing partnership between Jotun and Kansai Paints has led to the development of anti-fouling brands such as SeaQuantum applications that provide fouling protection and ensure hull performance for up to 90 months.
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“In today’s market, customers are facing many challenges with regards to new regulations and auditing requirements, it is important to meet the customers’ challenges and expectations,” Jotun said in a statement.
“A collaborative approach to marine has paid huge dividends, sharing knowledge and using one another’s innovation and industry expertise to access opportunities and build a product portfolio of unparalleled quality. The movement forward will leverage technology, segment understanding and global networks to provide innovative Protective solutions that safeguard assets and optimize performance,” it added.
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