I-Tech AB is a bio-technology company with its headquarters in Sweden. The company specializes in the development, marketing, and sales of Selektope®, a performance ingredient used in marine antifouling coatings to prevent fouling by barnacles. I-Tech's vision is to establish Selektope® as the leading technology to prevent barnacle growth effectively and sustainably. With a strong commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, I-Tech AB aims to contribute to cleaner oceans and a more sustainable shipping industry.

As the ministry of environment of Korea are strengthening regulations around the use of chemicals under K-REACH, the main industrial chemical regulation in South Korea, sustainable products such as Selektope, which are effective in low concentrations are crucial to sustain good fouling protection. The updated regulations reflect a broader regulatory trend towards more rigorous chemical control, which impacts the amount and type of biocides used in antifouling products. Collaborative efforts and innovative projects involving Selektope continue with Korean shipyards and paint manufacturers, as Selektope plays a crucial role in complying with new regulations.