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June 8, 2026
ICMCF 2026: Presentations and posters by our Institute for Antifouling and Biocorrosion
For the 21st International Congress on Marine Corrosion and Fouling (ICMCF), the following presentations and poster presentations involving Dr. Brill + Partner GmbH Institute for Antifouling and Biocorrosion have been confirmed. All abstracts submitted by our colleagues from Norderney have been accepted! Hydrotox Laboratory for Ecotoxicology and Water Protection GmbH from Freiburg is also contributing to the program: Presentation: "North Sea – a perfect body of water for antifouling field tests" Authors: Bernd Daehne, Soyla Kraus, Lukas Kuhn Presentation: "Initial results of field and laboratory testing of non-biocidal and microplastic-reduced self-polishing and cleanable hard coatings (BioSHIP)" Authors: Soyla Kraus, Elena Perabo, Bernd Daehne, Dr. Nina Winkler, Dr. Philip Kensbock, Dr. Dorothea Stübing, Tim Heusinger von Waldegge Poster: "The Blue Angel Ecolabel DE UZ 221: Sustainable antifouling solutions for maritime and inland shipping" Authors: Bernd Daehne, Stefan Gartiser, Soyla Kraus, Sascha Setzer Poster: "In situ cleaning and disinfection process for aquaculture systems using underwater laser radiation" Authors: Jan Leschke, Benjamin Emde, Johann Torno, Hendrik Wilke, Bernd Daehne, Lukas Kuhn, Soyla Kraus, David Maerkl-Bilger, and Alexander Rose Poster: "Field tests and Machine Learning for adaptive cleaning with an autonomous robot (LABROID)" Authors: Dr.-Ing. Florian Gerland, Thomas Schomberg, Dr. Christian Gruhl, Jens Decke, Bernd Daehne, Soyla Kraus, Adrian Beckmann Dr. Brill + Partner Institute for Antifouling and Biocorrosion is therefore represented at ICMCF 2026 and will be contributing to the program. Please feel free to use your visit to ICMCF 2026 as an opportunity to meet with our institute - we would be delighted to see you! Venue: Henry Ford Building, Freie Universität Berlin. All further information on ICMCF 2026, including registration, can be found here: www.icmcf2026.com ICMCF 2026 - the 21st International Congress on Marine Corrosion and Fouling (ICMCF) - will take place this summer from 26-31 July 2026, in Berlin. Since its inaugural edition in France in 1964, the ICMCF has established itself as the leading international forum for scientific exchange on fouling and corrosion in the maritime sector. Over the decades, the congress has traveled the globe, bringing together researchers and experts from academia and industry. This unique mix fosters fruitful dialogue, strengthens collaboration, and supports the development of long-term professional relationships. True to this tradition, the upcoming ICMCF offers a wide-ranging, interdisciplinary program that presents the latest findings on biofouling and corrosion as well as innovative approaches to their prevention. The conference is organized by Fraunhofer IFAM, one of Europe’s leading research institutions in the field of applied materials science and surface technology.
June 8, 2026
Review: SETAC Europe 36th Annual Meeting with Hydrotox and Dr. Brill Regulatory Services
The Hydrotox Labor für Ökotoxikologie und Gewässerschutz GmbH team was represented with a booth at the annual meeting of SETAC Europe (Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry) in Maastricht, the Netherlands, from May 17-21, 2026, together with colleagues from Dr. Brill Regulatory GmbH. Among the more than 2,500 participants from more than 60 countries, we were able to meet many of our long-standing customers and colleagues, but also make many new contacts. The scientific program was again very comprehensive with several thousand posters and up to ten parallel sessions and included topics such as persistence assessment, animal-free replacement methods, endocrine effects and regulatory issues, which were particularly interesting for us. Elena Perabo gave a presentation on our project on the sponge city, which is about to be completed, entitled "Sustainable green roofs for the implementation of the sponge city: Determination of ecotoxicologically safe construction products for green roofs", which met with great interest. Andrea Brunswik-Titze, together with Ulrich Jöhncke and colleagues from the Federal Environment Agency, presented a poster with the titel "Round Robin Test: consolidation of OECD ready biodegradability tests", which was also presented in a Poster Corner. It illustrated the actual status of our project to organize that round robin test. Furthermore, Andrea Brunswik-Titze, Jessica Bühler and Marie Canon presented a poster on methodological approaches in the testing of the biodegradability of polymers entitled "Biodegradability of polymers in aquatic test systems: ISO 14852 - feasibility study for different concentrations of test item and inoculum". In a third poster, first results of the project on the assessment of endocrine effects induced by construction products were presented with the title "Assessment of endocrine effects of construction products in the environment" by Elena Perabo and Martina Springmann together with Peter Behnisch from BioDetection Systems in Amsterdam. And in a fourth poster, Heike Schimmelpfennig, Andrea Brunswik-Titze, and Elena Perabo presented a comparison of exposure models used to simulate the entry of substances into various environmental compartments within the risk assessments under the legal frameworks of biocides, plant protection products, and chemicals under REACH, titled "Comparison of exposure modelling tools used in different regulatory areas." We are very happy about the successful participation in this conference and look forward to next year, when the conference will take place in Geneva. If you are interested in learning more about any of the topics presented in Maastricht or about the other services offered by our institutes, we would be happy to assist you! Contact: HERE   The SETAC Europe Annual Meeting is an annual conference of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC) Europe that brings together scientists, policy makers and industry representatives to discuss current issues in the fields of environmental toxicology, ecotoxicology and environmental chemistry. Main features of the conference: Topics: Environmental risk research, life cycle assessment, regulatory developments and scientific policy advice Formats: Scientific sessions, plenary lectures, training sessions and networking events Participants: 2,000-2,500 experts from over 60 countries The conference serves as a platform for the exchange of new findings and promotes cooperation between research, industry and authorities. Link: SETAC Europe 36th Annual Meeting
June 1, 2026
Update on the Antifouling Conference Norderney 2026: Registration is now open!
On 1-2 October 2026, Norderney will once again become the gathering place for the antifouling community: That is when the third Antifouling Conference will take place there, an important industry gathering organized by the Maritime Cluster Northern Germany (Maritimes Cluster Norddeutschland, MCN) in collaboration with the Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (Bundesamt für Seeschifffahrt und Hydrographie, BSH), the German Sailing Association (Deutscher Motoryachtverband, DSV), and the German Motor Yacht Association (Deutscher Motoryachtverband, DMYV). The event will focus on innovative, environmentally friendly strategies to prevent fouling on ship hulls or other underwater structures. A special highlight is the field trip to the Institute for Antifouling and Biocorrosion at Dr. Brill + Partner, which is hosting an exclusive visit to Norderney. On site, participants will gain insights into test facilities, laboratories, and ongoing research conducted under real-world conditions in a maritime environment. The conference is complemented by a diverse program of presentations featuring contributions from renowned experts from academia, industry, and associations. It also offers numerous opportunities for in-depth discussion and networking. This year’s venue is located directly at the head of the pier, offering the best views of the Wadden Sea and the harbor entrance. At the end of the first day, an evening cruise on the Frisia XI and a barbecue at Dr. Brill + Partner provide the perfect setting for successful networking. The event is free of charge, but space is limited. We therefore encourage you to mark your calendars now. Registration is now open here: >>> REGISTRATION <<< Important note: Securing hotel rooms for one or two nights is proving to be a significant challenge, so we recommend that you book your accommodations as soon as possible. As of early June, the Jugendherberge Dünensender (Dünensender Youth Hostel) still has a limited number of rooms available for the period from 30 September to 3 October 2026. However, the minimum stay is 2 nights. You can find our recap of the 2025 Antifouling Conference in Norderney, including the Biofouling Excursion, here: LINK

Efficacy tests Disinfectants according to DIN EN 14885 | Preservation load tests according to Pharm. Eur. 5.1. 3 USP, ISO 11930 | Efficacy tests antifouling products according to ASTM D3623-78a and ASTM D6990-20 | In vitro toxicity tests according to ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-23 | Validation reprocessing medical devices according to ISO 17664-1 and -2 | Efficacy tests antimicrobial and antiviral surfaces and treated articles according to ISO 22196, ISO 21702, ISO 20743 and ISO 18846 | Efficacy tests biofilm removal according to ASTM E2532 (CDC Reactor), ASTM 2799-12 (MBEC), ISO 85583-5 (flexible endoscopes) and according to Stürmer et al. (wound) | Tests on the resistance of car air conditioning systems to biofilms | Material tests on biogenic sulfuric acid corrosion | Investigations on microbially influenced metal corrosion | Implementation of research projects | Efficacy tests of household hygiene products according to EN 17658 | Preparation of registration documents for biocidal products