One-stop-shop for BWTS technology

The two companies will cooperate in the global market, providing customised services for different shipowners and vessel types. There is also scope for future supply chain and after sales service cooperation.

According to Optimarin chief executive, Leiv Kallestad, the partnership will deliver significant benefits for customers and business stakeholders. “All mandated vessels must comply with IMO and USCG requirements, but not all ships have the same requirements themselves,” he explained. “Due to size and ballast demands, some vessels will suit larger, electrolysis technology, while others will benefit from simple, modular UV-based systems. And of course, a single owner could have a variety of those assets within their fleet.

“By working together we can, for the first time, offer those companies a complete sales and service one-stop-shop, where all their needs can be met through a single fleet agreement, with the best available technology on the market,” he added.

The general manager of SunRui, Fu Hongtian, said that the collaboration will allow shipowners to simplify the process of finding the optimal BWTS solution. “This partnership is first and foremost beneficial to our clients. We believe this cooperation removes a major hurdle for many in the industry that are now racing to comply, but are finding it difficult to make a selection amongst the crowded field of suppliers,” he said.