Biocide-free is the 'endgame'

摘要

Alternatives to TBT such as copper continue to be defended by many in the marine coatings sector and, at least to date, attempts by environmental organisations to prevent its use have been successfully fought off. At the time of writing, the future use of copper in antifouling on recreational craft remained unclear. However, where California goes with environmental legislation, others tend to follow - whatever the merits of environmentalists' concerns.