In response to the fishers’ need, Nippon Paint Indonesia is providing assistance through its ‘Warnai Kehidupan’ CSR program with a donation of 507 liters of Bee Brand 1000 and Copper Paint Anti-Fouling boat paints.
Nippon Paint Indonesia Area Sales Manager Topan Wijaksono says, “The donation and repainting initiative in Bandengan is driven by Nippon Paint Indonesia’s concern to keep these vessels well-maintained, seaworthy, and extend their lifespan.”
Topan adds that the Bee Brand 1000 is a synthetic enamel paint that could be applied to various wooden and iron subtracts, whether interior or exterior. The solvent-based paint is easy to apply and boasts a glossy finish. Bee Brand 1000 is also UV resistant, long-lasting, and dries faster. On the other hand, the Copper Paint Anti-Fouling paints are intended for coating wooden and fishing vessels, yachts, and others.
Bandengan Secretary for Economic Development Adi Susanto says the donation for fishers is very much welcome. “With this assistance, we’re able to repaint 100 fishing vessels, big and small. Apart from hulls, we also replaced the coating on the undersides which are vulnerable to molds. So, this donation from Nippon paint is a big help in reducing maintenance and docking costs.”
Bandengan Village Head Nining Suningsih, better known as Kuwu Nining, states, “Almost 90% of the villagers are fishers, and their livelihood depends on fisheries. During west monsoon periods, they would seek fish around the Cirebon regency. But peak catch usually only lasts one to two weeks. When it’s the east monsoon period, typically around the 7th to 10th month, they would sail around Jakarta and CIlacap. Therefore, this donation is very helpful to keep their vessels safe during these trips.”
“We hope this support from Nippon Paint Indonesia could stimulate the economic activities for 350 residents of Bandengan village in the future,’ Topan adds.
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