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What to expect 

Network with experts in the field and take part in discussions and a high-level agenda focusing on current and future sustainable antifouling solutions.

Watch this space for updates and information!

Conference agenda highlights: 

  • Sustainable coating chemistry
  • Future coating innovation
  • The fouling challenge - voice from the maritime industry
  • Global biocide/chemical regulatory trends and updates
  • Clean hulls - paints and grooming technology
  • Data-driven coating performance assessment
  • Biofouling  in aquaculture

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

If you are interested in presenting at the International Antifouling Conference, we welcome abstracts (max. 600 words)

Please include title of presenter and presentation topic. 

The conference will also offer a poster session. If you would like to attend the poster session, please state so when submitting your abstract.

Deadline: We will not accept any abstracts submitted after Mars 31

    Please send your abstract here: Submit abstract

    Kick off Mingle    |    Tuesday, September 9, 2025

    On Tuesday the 9th of September from 18:00, we welcome all attendees to join a pre-conference mingle at Quality Hotel 11. If the weather allows, a small snack and drinks will be served at the rooftop bar. 

    Pick up your ticket and voucher in the reception at Quality Hotel 11 any time on Tuesday the 9th. 

    Tutorial: introduction to antifouling coatings   |  Tuesday, September 9, 2025

    Join Dr. Alistair Finnie for a comprehensive 3-hour tutorial between 13:00-17:00 on Antifouling Technology, where you'll explore the biofouling process and its impact on ship performance, GHG emissions, and operational costs. The session will cover both biocidal and non-biocidal coatings, detailing their components and the role of binders. You'll learn about the leach layer's importance, alternative technologies like silicone systems, and testing methods for antifouling efficacy.

    The tutorial will address challenges in new building projects, performance measurement techniques (including ISO 19030), and hull cleaning strategies. Throughout, environmental considerations and regulations will be emphasized, highlighting the industry's move towards sustainable solutions.

    Sign up early to secure one of the limited seats. You can register to the tutorial in combination with signing up to the conference. 

    Keynote speakers 2025

    KEYNOTE: Andrew Hwang
    Leader of Coating & Advanced Materials Research Group, Samsung Heavy Industries

    KEYNOTE: Qingyi Xie
    South China University of Technology & Guangdong Havey Advanced Materials Co. Ltd.

    KEYNOTE: Dorothea Stübing
    Group Leader Biofouling control coatings, Fraunhofer

    KEYNOTE: Sergey Dobretsov
    Sultan Qaboos University

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    Contact: 

    Event & venue

    Contact: Jennifer Ardin, I-Tech AB
    Email    : jennifer.ardin@i-tech.se


    Program & abstracts

    Contact: Markus Hoffmann, I-Tech AB
    Email:     markus.hoffmann@i-tech.se