Keppel in first BWTS retrofit for VLCCKeppel in first BWTS retrofit for VLCC

The Singapore yard's work scope for the MOL VLCC includes the installation of oxidising and reducing agent tanks, pipes, filters and a control system. The crude oil carrier is scheduled to arrive at Keppel Shipyard this month.

“We believe that shipowners and operators will benefit from having experienced shipyards undertake comprehensive BWTS retrofit services,” said Chor How Jat, managing director of Keppel Shipyard.

The BTWS to be installed is the JFE Ballast Ace system, which was selected by MOL and supplied by JFE Engineering Corporation.

The yard is in the midst of pursuing and signing agreements with various established vendors to enhance its BWTS installation services for customers globally.

The Ballast Water Management Convention requires ships to purify their ballast water before discharging them into the sea. New and existing ships will have to install BWTS to comply with the convention's standards.