COMMISSIONING FAILURES AN OMINOUS SIGN FOR BWTS OPERATION

An estimated 60-70 percent of the merchant fleet is yet to have a ballast water treatment system installed. Industry experience so far gives a clear warning of the pitfalls

Crew members performing pipe coating. (Image: Mouawad Consulting)

An estimated 60-70 percent of the merchant fleet is yet to have a ballast water treatment system installed. Industry experience so far gives a clear warning of the pitfalls