Water and hygiene throughout the ship
Drinking water on board ships is stored and distributed through tanks, pipes and dispensing points, which together form a separate water system. Long pipe runs, varying consumption and periods of stagnant water can make water hygiene particularly important.
At the same time, there are common areas, kitchens, hygiene facilities and workspaces where many people gather and where effective hygiene routines are an important part of daily operations.
FreeBact® offers solutions tailored to operations on board for working with drinking water, water systems, surfaces and enclosed spaces.
Common challenges in marine and shipping
Water bunkered on board may come from various supply points and is subsequently stored in tanks before being distributed through the ship's piping system. Tanks, pipes, valves and dispensing points can be difficult to inspect and clean mechanically.
Stagnant water and complex piping systems can create conditions conducive to microbiological growth and biofilm formation. A problem in one part of the system can therefore affect water quality further along the distribution chain.
The challenge is to ensure water hygiene throughout, from bunkering and storage to the dispensing point on board.
How FreeBact® helps
FreeBact® Water can be used for treating drinking water and for targeted interventions in relevant water systems. FreeBact® Dosage enables controlled dosing where continuous treatment is appropriate.
For other areas of the environment on board, FreeBact® Surface can be used for disinfecting surfaces and equipment, while FreeBact® Fogging makes it possible to treat enclosed spaces.
This makes it possible to address multiple parts of the hygiene chain, from the water in the tank and piping system to the environments where the crew and passengers spend their time.
Typical applications
From water tank to dispensing point
- Freshwater and drinking water tanks
- Piping systems and dispensing points
- Potable water storage
- Water system sanitation
- Preventive water hygiene
- Passenger and crew areas
- Kitchens and common areas
- Workboats and commercial vessels
- Ferries and passenger ships
- Offshore and marine operations
From remediation to preventive water hygiene
When a vessel has been stationary, undergone maintenance, or experienced water quality issues, the water system may need treatment before returning to normal operation. In other cases, the focus is on preventing microbiological issues and biofilm buildup over time.
FreeBact® can be used for both targeted interventions and as part of a long-term approach to onboard water hygiene. The treatment can be adapted to the system's size, design, water volume, and operating conditions.
Would you like to improve water hygiene on board?
We help you find the right solution for drinking water, tanks, piping systems, and sanitary environments based on the vessel's systems and operating conditions.
