Biofouling, Biosecurity and Hull Cleaning 3rd Edition

Product Description

The build-up of biofouling can have a significant impact on ship hydrodynamics and energy efficiency as well as interfere with efficient operation of internal seawater systems. It can also threaten the marine environment through the transfer and establishment of non-native invasive species, or through the use of anti-fouling systems containing certain toxic substances.

The publication sets out current biofouling legislative requirements, including the IMO 2023 Biofouling Guidelines and its importance in the current development of mandatory measures for the control and management of biofouling, updates to the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-fouling Systems on Ships (AFS Convention), and individual national and regional biofouling legislation. It provides templates for the Biofouling Management Plan and the Biofouling Record Book from the 2023 Biofouling Guidelines.

This publication identifies ship structures that are vulnerable to biofouling, factors affecting the rate of build-up and the effect of biofouling on ship performance and operating costs. It looks in detail at biofouling management, including the use of biocidal and non-biocidal paints and coatings, corrosion, marine growth prevention systems, and both in-water and dry dock cleaning. It briefly discusses the importance of environmental research initiatives into the effects of biofouling.

This book has a completely new Ship Biosecurity section for pests that are not transported as biofouling on the wetted surfaces of a ship but can still represent a significant biosecurity threat in certain regions. There is key information on the seasonality, local regulations and reporting requirements, as well as methods of control and management of the Flighted Spongy Moth Complex and the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug.

Finally, this new edition provides an updated selection of data sheets summarising the services offered and area of operation of hull cleaning and inspection companies worldwide. This section includes world maps to enable readers to quickly identify companies operating in particular geographic locations.