If you read the article, other vessels that utilize antifouling
paint had the same issues.
I'm more surprised about the statement regarding the " return" of the
barnacles , of course they're going to "return"!
What bottom treatment completely eliminates fouling - none.
As with most things, there's
maintenance required.
And these guys are supposed to be the "professionals"?
And they don't have a cold
weather wetsuit and scrapers aboard?
Really?