Low friction coatings tech news
On June 24, 2026, AquaGlide Marine launched "Eco--Hull Slick," a biomimetic low--friction coating designed for commercial shipping vessels. The coating incorporates a micro--textured surface inspired by shark skin, which reduces hydrodynamic drag by 12% and improves fuel efficiency by 5%. Unlike traditional anti--fouling paints, the product is biocide--free and utilizes a self--cleaning mechanism that prevents marine growth through physical rather than chemical means, aligning with new international maritime environmental regulations.