BIO-UV Group, a leader in UV water treatment solutions, has developed a containerized ballast water treatment system tailored for the floating offshore wind sector. As floating wind projects expand globally, compliance with ballast water regulations is crucial to prevent the spread of invasive marine species. Project Manager Charlene Ceresola emphasized the industry’s need for effective solutions, noting that their portable system meets these compliance challenges.
Funded by the EU’s ELBE EUROCLUSTER program, the initiative adapts BIO-UV’s BIO-SEA technology for deployment in standard TEU containers. This allows operators to treat ballast water on-site during the assembly and maintenance of floating windmills. Initial trials at the Port-la-Nouvelle in France demonstrated the system’s capacity to provide dual-stage treatment—filtration and UV exposure—while ensuring compliance with regulations.
The project, which began in early 2024, aims to address the challenges of ballast water management, including waste disposal and operational compatibility. Ceresola highlighted the system’s versatility, which could also serve ships facing ballast water management failures. This innovative approach has garnered interest from Mediterranean ports, reinforcing BIO-UV’s commitment to sustainability and responsible water management.
