NanoTech Materials, a Houston-based innovator in energy-efficient coatings, has taken a major step toward global expansion. According to a recent Energy Capital Houston article by Mike Damante, the company has partnered with Terminal Subsea Solutions Marine Service SP (TSSM) to bring its cutting-edge Cool Roof Coat, Vehicular Coat, and Insulative Coat products to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and Singapore.
Addressing Extreme Heat and Energy Challenges
The expansion targets regions facing some of the world’s most extreme temperatures. The GCC, which includes Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman, experiences annual average temperatures of 107.6°F, with summer peaks soaring up to 130°F. These conditions pose major challenges for businesses, including high energy costs, worker safety risks, and climate impact.
“Businesses and communities within the GCC and Singapore feel the impact of extreme temperatures and longer summers more acutely than any other region in the world,” said Mike Francis, CEO of NanoTech Materials, in the announcement. “We have an opportunity to make a real impact here through reduced energy load, cooler and safer working conditions, and a reduced carbon emissions output from the hottest, driest place on Earth.”
Cutting-Edge Insulative Ceramic Particle (ICP) Technology
NanoTech’s proprietary Insulative Ceramic Particle (ICP) is at the core of this expansion. Unlike traditional reflective coatings, ICP actively rejects heat, reduces thermal conductivity, and provides lasting energy savings. The company claims that its ICP technology has lower conductivity than aerogels and a near-perfect emissivity score, making it an ideal solution for extreme climates.
NanoTech’s technology integrates with various materials—including roof coatings, building substrates, and logistics infrastructure—offering benefits such as:
- Lower indoor temperatures by 25-45°F in single-story buildings.
- HVAC energy savings between 20-50%, exceeding the industry’s 15% average.
- Carbon emissions reduction, supporting sustainability goals like Saudi Arabia’s Green Initiative, which aims to cut 278 million tons of CO2 annually by 2030.
Strengthening Climate Action in the Middle East
With governments and corporations in the Middle East and Singapore investing heavily in climate-friendly solutions, NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coat and other products align perfectly with the region’s aggressive sustainability goals. Jameel Ahmed, managing director at TSSM, highlighted this alignment:
“The regional efforts to enhance climate action and economic opportunities through substantial investments in green technologies and projects are evident, and we are proud to be offering a product that can make a difference.”
Unlike conventional cool roof coatings that degrade under intense UV exposure, NanoTech’s heat-rejecting coatings maintain their effectiveness over time, making them especially valuable in the harsh desert environments of the GCC.
Expanding Global Impact
NanoTech’s coatings are already widely used in commercial buildings, logistics hubs, and government projects. By expanding into the Middle East and Singapore, the company is positioning itself as a key player in the fight against rising global temperatures.
With its blend of energy efficiency, fire protection, and climate resilience, NanoTech’s ICP technology could play a crucial role in reducing heat stress, improving worker safety, and cutting operational costs across some of the hottest regions in the world.
To read the full article from Energy Capital Houston, visit: Promising Houston Startup Expands Energy Efficiency Product to Middle East, Singapore
