The present study investigated the community composition and dynamics of freshwater biofouling on fiberglass inland waterway vessel (IWV) models coated with two commercial antifouling paints deployed in the Danube River (Serbia) for a total of five m...
The article herein presents a closed-form mathematical equation by which it is possible to estimate the propulsion power demand of ships as a function of the propeller parameters and total Resistance. The validation of the derived model is conducted...
The spionid polychaete Polydora hoplura Claparède, 1868 is a shell borer widely occurring across the world and considered introduced in many areas. It was originally described in the Gulf of Naples, Italy. Adult diagnostic features are the pal...
Monitoring and evaluating the biofouling status of a ship’s hull and its effects on the vessel’s performance attracts the attention of both researchers and industry. In this study, two types of monitoring equipment were used to observe or...
Marine biofouling is of major economic concern to all marine industries. The shipping trade is particularly alert to the development of new antifouling (AF) strategies, especially green AF paint as international regulations regarding the environmenta...
A hull and propeller biofouling assessment framework is presented and demonstrated using a bulk carrier as a case study corresponding to an operational period of two and a half years. The aim is to support the decision-making process for optimizing m...
Biofouling is a significant means for introducing non-indigenous marine species internationally, which can alter habitats and disturb marine ecosystems. This study estimated the flux of ships’ wetted surface area (WSA) to Korea in 2020 to asses...
This paper proposes a connecting mechanism for artificial vessels, which can be attached/detached with ease and does not deteriorate the biocompatibility of the vessels at the joint. The inner surface of the artificial vessels is designed to have hig...
Marine biofouling is the undesired accumulation of organic molecules, microorganisms, macroalgae, marine invertebrates, and their by-products on submerged surfaces. It is a serious challenge for marine vessels and the oil, gas, and renewable energy i...
Semi-submersible platforms are used in the offshore oil and gas industry. They are specialised marine vessels that float on submersed drafts, which are composed of pontoons and columns and can serve as habitats for biofouling marine benthic communiti...
Wine alcoholic fermentation occurs in a dynamic biochemical environment where interactions between the vessel and the product can cause inorganic and organic species to migrate into the fermenting must or wine. At low pH and with rising ethanol level...
International shipping contributes approximately 3% of global carbon dioxide emissions while serving as the circulatory system of global commerce. The International Maritime Organization’s 2023 GHG Strategy mandates net-zero emissions by or aro...
Ultrasonic antifouling devices are installed globally on a variety of vessel types and are marketed as an environmentally friendly method for biofouling control. The aim of this study was to examine the effects of ultrasound on adults of three specie...
Measuring water motion is essential for oceanography, coastal engineering, and marine environmental monitoring. A wide range of sensing technologies is used to quantify water velocity, wave motion, and flow dynamics, each suited to specific spatial a...
Marine biofouling significantly impacts vessel operational efficiency, with mussel species being particularly problematic due to their rapid settlement on biofilm-covered surfaces. This pilot study presents the first explicit test of whether ultrason...
Biofouling has destructive effects on shipping and leisure vessels, thus producing severe problems for marine and naval sectors due to corrosion with consequent elevated fuel consumption and higher maintenance costs. The development of anti-fouling o...
The extended immersion of ships in seawater frequently results in biofouling, a condition characterized by the accumulation of marine organisms such as barnacles and algae. To combat this issue, the application of anti-fouling coatings to the hull su...
Marine biofouling remains a major challenge for maritime industries, affecting submerged structures and vessels worldwide. The long-standing reliance on biocidal coatings, together with their documented environmental impacts, has led to increasingly...
Ports and recreational marinas are established hotspots for the introduction and secondary spread of non-indigenous species (NIS), mainly via vessel transport and biofouling on artificial substrates. In the AlienPorts project, we surveyed fouling and...