DNV strengthens trust and supports maritime decarbonization through independent verification of Hempel’s Coating Solutions
Discover how independent verification builds competitive advantages by enhancing brand reputation, operational resilience, and regulatory compliance across global markets.
About Hempel
As a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions, Hempel is a global company working with customers in the decorative, marine, infrastructure and energy industries. Hempel factories, R&D centres and stock points are established in every region. Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915 and today, Hempel’s paints and coatings can be found in almost every country of the world. They protect and beautify buildings, infrastructure and other assets from corrosion, minimize maintenance costs, improve aesthetics, reduce waste, increase energy efficiency and help lower the carbon footprint of ships and other assets.
Setting the stage for sustainability
Sustainability has emerged as a key differentiator for companies, allowing them to gain competitive advantages through enhanced brand reputation, operational resilience, and innovation, all while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. As the emphasis on sustainability intensifies, substantiating green claims will be crucial for businesses aiming to operate across diverse local and regional jurisdictions.
The challenge of substantiating green claims
Hempel’s commitment to building trust begins with its innovative approach to product development. By collaborating closely with customers and research institutions, Hempel continuously works to uncover solutions to industry challenges and design products that are both highly efficient and sustainable. Independent verification plays a crucial role in validating product performance, bolstering customer confidence in these claims. Eager to highlight the tangible operational benefits of its cutting-edge products, Hempel sought to further enhance its value proposition and differentiate itself in the market.
DNV’s assurance for sustainable performance
As a leader in ESG assurance and a prominent Class Society, DNV conducted an independent verification of the data supporting Hempel’s Hempaguard X7’s performance. Hempaguard X7 is a silicone-based hull coating solution designed to help the maritime industry meet its sustainability objectives while also achieving operational excellence. The verification confirmed that Hempaguard X7 can reduce a vessel’s CO2e emissions by decreasing fuel consumption by up to 20% compared to standard coatings, while also reducing average speed loss by 1.4%. These improvements contribute to a significant reduction in the maritime industry’s environmental footprint, aiding shipowners and operators in their decarbonization efforts.
Realizing impact: Trust, efficiency, and decarbonization
DNV’s collaboration with Hempel has delivered significant benefits, including:
- Enhanced trust and credibility: By leveraging DNV’s independent verification services, Hempel has substantiated its performance and green claims, strengthening trust among stakeholders — customers, partners, research institutes and regulators — and ensuring its products meet the highest standards.
- Improved performance and decarbonization: DNV’s comprehensive verification highlights the operational benefits of Hempaguard X7, including up to 20% reductions in fuel consumption and a 1.4% decrease in average speed loss. These efficiencies enable significant CO2e emissions reductions, supporting shipowners and operators in achieving their decarbonization goals.
