Knutsen Ballast Water AS, established in 2009, specializes in the development of ballast water treatment systems. The company has developed KBAL BWTS, a ballast water treatment system designed by and for shipowners, with a focus on practical application in maritime environments. The system uses innovative pressure-vacuum technology, which makes it possible to treat ballast water without the use of filters or chemicals.
KBAL BWTS stands out with its ability to handle ballast water with a UV transmittance (UVT) as low as 26%, which is among the best in class for UV-based treatment systems. This enables the system to operate effectively in challenging ports where other systems may have limitations. With a compact design and few moving parts, Knutsen Ballast Water offers a differentiated technology that is adapted to the requirements of the shipping equipment industry.