A hybrid paint that has both ablative and hard characteristics to ensure resistance against slime, algae, barnacles and other growth in all marine environments. It is designed to offer multi-season protection on a range of boats including yachts, launches, commercial and trailer boats. When applied over a suitable priming system, this antifouling paint can be safely used on aluminium hulls and stern-drives; it can also be hauled and re-launched without the loss of protection.