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Propspeed, a globally renowned innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, announced it has appointed Nautilus Yacht Equipment as its single-entry point for all Propspeed existing and future partners in Greece and Cyprus, effective January 1st, 2025. Focusing on yachting and light-commercial customers, Nautilus will act as importer, local warehouse, and a training and service centre for Propspeed in this growing market.  Nautilus's commitment Nautilus has been a trusted Propspeed partner since 2021, establishing a strong foundation for this new appointment Nautilus has been a trusted Propspeed partner since 2021, establishing a strong foundation for this new appointment. With nine stores across Greece and Cyprus, Nautilus offers an extensive network and a dedicated team of skilled technical professionals committed to delivering exceptional service. "The Nautilus team has built a strong reputation in the region for professionalism and technical expertise," said Davide Burrini, EMEA Sales Director, Propspeed, adding "Our shared commitment to excellence in service aligns perfectly, and we are confident Nautilus will provide unparalleled support to customers in this growing market." Latest addition of Propspeed products "We only represent the finest brands in the marine industry and Propspeed is the premier foul-release coating in the business," said Alexandros Tsavdaridis, Managing Director, Nautilus Yacht Equipment, adding "We are excited to offer the full range of Propspeed products across our nine locations and support customers with our deep expertise and resources."  Propspeed products include Propspeed for running gear and any underwater metals, Foulfree™ for transducers and Lightspeed™ for underwater lighting. The latest addition to the product line is Stripspeed™, a solvent-based paint stripper for underwater metals.

As companies prepare for the coming boating season, there is no doubt thinking about all of the maintenance projects waiting for them. There’s cleaning, painting, varnishing brightwork, and maybe some updates to electronics in the months ahead. Future-proof with Propspeed The bottom paint probably needs touching up and the anodes need checking, as well as inspecting for any signs of corrosion on the prop, shaft, thrusters, and trim tabs. There will also be the usual time-consuming and expensive task of grinding and sanding to remove marine growth from underwater components that have not been protected against fouling. The upcoming refit season is the perfect time to future-proof with Propspeed, keeping the boat looking and performing its best for the boating season, as well as saving time and money on maintenance at the next haul-out by preventing marine growth and corrosion. Antifouling and foul-release coatings Antifouling paints use biocides or toxins as their active ingredient to kill marine growth The Propspeed product range, which includes Propspeed® for running gear and all underwater metals, Foulfree™ for transducers, and Lightspeed™ for underwater lights, is a line of biocide-free, foul-release coatings, which differ from traditional antifouling. While both antifouling and foul-release coatings prevent marine growth from colonising underwater surfaces, the way in which they do it differs greatly. Antifouling paints use biocides or toxins as their active ingredient to kill marine growth, ranging from hard antifouls, which steadily leach biocides from their porous surface to soft ablatives, which are formulated to erode and slowly release biocides over time. Foil reduction  Unlike antifoul, Propspeed’s products use physical means to reduce fouling. Instead of killing marine growth and leaching toxins into the ocean, foul-release coatings create a slick surface that’s tough for marine organisms to adhere to. Any marine growth that does form is easily wiped away or released when the boat reaches cruising speed. This ensures marine growth is left where it is found and prevents invasive species from being transferred to other regions. Increase efficiency and decrease fuel consumption Even the smallest amount of fouling on underwater assets can greatly increase drag, meaning the boat has to run at a higher RPM just to maintain its usual speed, drastically increasing fuel burn. Throughout the boating season, Propspeed can increase efficiency and decrease fuel consumption, reducing what pay at the pump. Fouling also means users are not getting the most out of transducers and underwater lights and removing barnacles risks damaging their delicate components. Foulfree, for transducers, and Lightspeed, for underwater lights, protects these expensive investments and keeps them performing at their best. Steps to prevent corrosion An insulating coating system such as Propspeed is very effective at preventing severe corrosion This refit season, companies should also be considering taking steps to prevent corrosion of their underwater metal assets. Considering that some of the most expensive and critical components of a vessel like shafts, props, pod drives, and outdrives are constantly under attack from corrosion, they should ensure have the best protection available. An insulating coating system such as Propspeed is very effective at preventing severe corrosion. Not only does it protect these vital parts, but the coating also reduces the load on anode systems and prevents accelerated anode burn that results in the carcinogenic makeup of the anode leaching into the ocean. Save fuel and maintenance Propspeed has the added benefit of preserving the integrity of metal surfaces, unlike antifoul which causes copper to leach out of bronze, weakening the material. Propspeed is the original and best foul-release coating and has been tried and tested by boat owners around the world for over 21 years on all variations of propellers and underwater metal components. During that time, Propspeed has been proven to increase efficiency, reduce drag, and save fuel and maintenance costs with the least harm done to the marine environment.

Propspeed, an innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, announced its attendance at WorkBoat together with CMP. The combination of Propspeed’s expertise in foul-release coatings and CMP’s experience in corrosion control results in the best underwater protection for marine craft. Together they offer the commercial marine industry convenient and reliable access to an unrivaled product range. Customers can trust that these products meet their propulsion performance and corrosion protection needs while doing the least harm to the environment. Foul-release coating system Underwater metals on a vessel are subjected to the harshest conditions. Fouling and corrosion are the most prominent issues that plague vessel operators, resulting in inefficiencies and damage to these underwater assets. Offering all-in-one protection, the Propspeed foul-release coating system is recognised globally as the best defense against marine growth, corrosion, and electrolysis on all underwater metals. With its ultra-slick topcoat, Propspeed ensures that a vessel can run at peak efficiency while reducing fuel burn, maintenance costs, and downtime, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and increasing vessel speed. Marine anodes CMP is a provider of premium marine anodes to the recreational and commercial marine industries. CMP’s Martyr Anodes are manufactured in strict compliance with ISO standards and current Military Specifications for both material and design. The product range includes pleasure craft and commercial anodes in the traditional M1 Zinc Alloy and the lower cost, high efficiency, lower weight, and better performing M2 Aluminum Alloy. Reduce maintenance and costs “We are continually seeking out like-minded partners with the shared goal of helping our customers reduce maintenance and costs caused by corrosion and marine growth while having the least harmful impact on the environment,” said Chris Baird, CEO, of Propspeed. “CMP Group’s Martyr Anodes are the perfect complement to our foul-release coating system. Ensure operational readiness, reduced costs through fuel savings, and achieve cathodic protection with Propspeed and CMP’s Martyr Anodes.” Propspeed products include Propspeed for running gear and any underwater metals, Foulfree for transducers, and Lightspeed for underwater lighting.