Day 2 - Biofouling Prevention and Technological InnovationsWednesday, 29 October 2025 - GMT (Greenwich Mean Time, GMTZ)

09:00 - 09:30

Day 1 Highlights and Overview of Day 2

Daniel Sheard - Consulting Scientist, Sheard Scientific

09:40 - 10:20

Panel Discussion: Evaluation of Multifunctional Marine Coatings Enriched with Advanced Biocides

10:20 - 11:00

Debate: Will the Use of Biomimetic Haloperoxidases in Antifouling Applications Be a More Sustainable and Effective Solution Compared to Traditional Antifouling Paints?

11:00 - 11:10

Coffee & Networking

11:10 - 11:50

5-minute Open Mics: Ongoing and New Studies in Biofouling (by Delegates)

11:50 - 12:30

Presentation: Fabrication of Superhydrophobic Co/Ag Composite Coating via One-Step Electrodeposition for Enhanced Corrosion Resistance and Anti-Biofouling Performances

12:30 - 13:30

Lunch & Networking

13:30 - 14:10

Lightning Talks: Evaluation of Multifunctional Marine Coatings Enriched with Organometallic Biocides Supported on ZSM-5 Zeolite for Biofouling Prevention

14:10 - 14:50

A Design Thinking Workshop: Zwitterionic Nanocrystals for Marine Antifouling Coatings

14:50 - 15:00

Coffee & Networking

15:00 - 15:40

Navigating the Blue Economy - A Comprehensive Review of Marine Pollution and Sustainable Approaches

15:40 - 16:20

A Simulation Workshop with 3D Images: Integrated Anti-Corrosion and Anti-Biofouling Coatings for Marine Applications

16:20 - 17:00

Panel Discussion of Role Players: Exploring the Economic and Environmental Impacts of Advanced Biofouling Prevention Technologies

17:00 - 17:10

Chairman’s Review & Certificates Handover

Daniel Sheard - Consulting Scientist, Sheard Scientific

17:10 - 17:15

Close of Event