The ICS has once again joined forces with BIMCO and Witherbys on a new title for 2022, the first edition of Biofouling, Biosecurity and Hull Cleaning, which is available to order now. Members – and their member shipping companies – are entitled to a 20% discount on the recommended retail price of £135. The discount applies to both the print and ebook versions. To order copies, visit Witherby Publishing Group and use the code ICSMEMBER. A flyer is attached, at Annex A, with more information. 

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

Biofouling, Biosecurity and Hull Cleaning sets out current biofouling legislation and guidelines, including IMO’s 2011 Biofouling Guidelines, 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 and a selection of data sheets giving an insight into the spread and capabilities of hull cleaning and inspection companies worldwide.

If any further information is required, please contact  Emily Yates, ICS Head of Publications, (emily.yates@ics-shipping.org).