A new study has found that biocide-free silicone paint significantly outperforms traditional antifouling paints, defying common expectations in the industry.
Interestingly, low-copper paints demonstrated comparable effectiveness to high-copper alternatives, suggesting a shift in how these products are perceived.
These findings, published on June 10, 2026, could have important implications for the selection of antifouling paints in the leisure boating sector.