Hardtop XP II is the next generation of Hardtop XP
Jotun, a provider of marine and protective coatings, has launched its new Hardtop XP II, the next generation of the Hardtop XP, which was launched in 2006
Jotun produces solutions to protect assets across industries such as energy, shipping, and infrastructure. The Hardtop brand safeguards steel structures in all of these industries.
Dmitry Arzhanov, the global category manager for topcoats at Jotun, said: “The Hardtop brand is recognised and well-known in the industry, and Hardtop XP has been our bestselling product – not only in this category but for all Jotun products. Now, with Hardtop XP II, we aim to push the commercial and innovative boundaries yet again.”
Adaptations to the Hardtop XP II include:
- Faster curing times for less downtime and double the initial hardness, limiting surface damage.
- Improved steel protection from UV radiation, chemicals, water exposure and physical damage.
- Improved colour and gloss retention and enhanced dirt pick-up.
Arzhanov said: “We have rigorously tested Hardtop XP II across various climates and scenarios. Feedback from customers and applicators have confirmed the product’s consistent performance regardless of environmental conditions or application methods. The result is a topcoat that truly performs everywhere.”
Corrosion costs the global economy over $2.5 trillion annually, and steel production contributes around 8-10% of global CO₂ emissions. Hardtop XP II aims to mitigate its environmental impact by extending the lifespans of steel structures.
Arzhanov said: “By 2030, it is estimated that up to 9.1% of global CO₂ emissions will originate from steel production only to replace corroded steel, if the ongoing trend continues. Making sure steel can be used for a longer time is the core of what we do. Hardtop XP II is the right product at the right time to face this industry challenge, and it is also designed to comply with current and upcoming environmental regulations.”
Morten Fon, president and CEO of Jotun, said: “To be able to offer this fantastic product to the industry is a milestone for us in Jotun. Hardtop XP has been our bestselling product – and with good reason. But we have, for almost 100 years, been focused on continuous innovation and development, and that is why we have developed Hardtop XP II. It is truly a product that delivers on our core promise, to protect property.”
