Water and System Hygiene for Commercial Shipping

For shipping companies, every hour of lay time counts. We perform drinking water disinfection, tank and pipe cleaning, and laboratory analyses during port calls or shipyard visits—all documented and in compliance with the Drinking Water Ordinance and the coastal states’ guidelines on ship hygiene. At 8 locations from Emden to Rostock. 

Typical duties on board

A lot comes together on board: drinking water, seawater cooling and vacuum systems, ventilation, and the final inspection. We handle all of these tasks as a one-stop service during port or shipyard stays—coordinated and documented—so your ship can set sail again without delay. The four most common tasks:

Fresh Water Tanks & Drinking Water System

Cleaning and Disinfection in Accordance with DVGW W300/W551 and EN ISO 15748, Including Legionella Testing

Restoring Pipe Systems to Working Order:

Seawater cooling, HD/ND systems, vacuum/blackwater systems, mussel and barnacle fouling

Ventilation & Galley Exhaust (HVAC)

Grease buildup poses a fire hazard: Cleaning and hygiene inspection in accordance with VDI 6032

Sampling & Laboratory Analysis

Water samples in accordance with DIN ISO 5667, accredited analysis, reports for port State and flag State inspections

Container ships · Cargo ships · Bulk carriers · Tankers (oil, chemicals, gas/LNG) · Ro-Ro ships · Refrigerated ships · Feeder ships · Ferries · Passenger and excursion ships · Tugs · Offshore support vessels (OSV) · Research and survey vessels · Icebreakers · Trawlers and cutters · Inland waterway vessels

Put things away neatly; leave on time.

We work within a specific time frame.

Our processes clean while the equipment is still installed, without the need for time-consuming disassembly or additional downtime. We were able to remove rust from a stainless steel pipe in 72 hours using this method.

We're here.

Decentralized teams located between Emden and Rostock ensure short travel times and quick response times, even on short notice.

We supply paper that lasts.

Complete documentation for charterers, insurers, classification societies, and regulatory agencies—our standard for over 30 years.

Fleet Solution

For shipping companies with multiple vessels, we offer maintenance contracts with fixed terms, a central point of contact, and predictable maintenance intervals for each ship.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you work while the ship is docked in port?

Yes, that's our standard procedure. We schedule the operation to coincide with your layover time and work in parallel with loading and unloading operations, where safety permits.

This situation calls for swift action. We provide a one-stop service for testing, disinfection, and follow-up testing, including documentation for the relevant authorities—even on short notice in an emergency.

Yes, through a maintenance contract that includes a scheduled maintenance plan for each unit and a dedicated contact person for your technical inspections.

Our focus is on the German North Sea and Baltic Sea coasts. We’re happy to consider assignments beyond these areas on a case-by-case basis. Just ask.

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