Operational problems with ballast water treatment systems (BWTS) have been reported by 60-80% of Intertanko's members who have installed the systems, but in many cases, the systems were installed several years ago but not tested until they had to be used, said Stelios Kyriacou of BALPURE BWMS, De Nora. Kyriacou says that De Nora strongly advocates unit inspections prior to start-up, especially if they have been left stagnant for some time. The company has also received reports that some tanks are leaking and others are leaking, he said.
Operational problems with ballast water treatment systems (BWTS) have been reported by 60-80% of Intertanko's members who have installed the systems, but in many cases, the systems were installed several years ago but not tested until they had to be used, said Stelios Kyriacou of BALPURE BWMS, De Nora. The company has also received reports that some tanks are leaking and others are leaking, he said.