Antifouling paint — Maritime Term

A hull coating containing biocidal agents that inhibit growth of marine organisms on the underwater hull.

Related maritime terms

ALARPAbbr— As Low As Reasonably Practicable — a risk reduction standard. Amidships— The central region of a vessel, equidistant between bow and stern. Anchor— A heavy metal device lowered to the seabed on chain or cable to hold a vessel in position. Anchorage— A designated or suitable area of water where vessels may anchor safely. ARPAAbbr— Automatic Radar Plotting Aid — electronics that track radar contacts and calculate their c… Athwartships— Running across the vessel from side to side, perpendicular to the centreline. BAFAbbr— Bunker Adjustment Factor — a variable surcharge on freight rates reflecting changes in bun… Ballast— Weight carried in a vessel solely to achieve safe stability and correct trim.

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