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PROTECTING MARINE LIFEe n v i r o n m e n ta l ly f r i e n d ly b a l l a s t w at e r t r e at m e n t

PROTECTING
THE WORLD’S MOSTPRECIOUS RESOURCE

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A THREAT: The introduction of non-indigenous species from discharged ballast water is a threat to the global
environment. Norway is a seafaring nation – the oceans are important to our fisheries and aquaculture, and we
recognized early on that they are a source of food for the entire world. Norway has therefore been a strong advocate of implementation of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Ballast Water Convention worldwide.
A PIONEER: Optimarin was the first company to deliver a commercial system for the treatment of ballast water
system for a commercial vessel in 1999. Our Optimarin Ballast System (OBS) was type approved (TA) by the
Norwegian Administration and DNV in November 2009. Our customers include major shipowners and operators
all over the world. As our global customer base has expanded so has our service network, giving us a comprehensive presence to match our high-quality reputation in this emerging market.
US Coast Guard TA was obtained in December 2016 as the first company in the world. This clearly demonstrates
our system’s outstanding performance.

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CLEAN BALLAST WATER- our responsibility to nature

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The UN considers the introduction of non-indigenous oceanic species to be one of the top four serious threats
to the global environment. At any given time, 35 000 ships are en route on the water of the Earth and morethan 3000 species are being transported in their ballast tanks. The UN’s International Maritime Organization
estimates that ten billion tons of ballast water is transported around the world every year. The past decade has
seen a marked increase in the spread of species to areas where they do not naturally belong. This creates animbalance in ecosystems and is a serious environmental threat.
Many times the invader has no natural predator and the original species become extinct and the entire marine
ecosystem is disrupted. This has dramatic consequences for biodiversity and for industries such as fishing andaquaculture.

1 Global warming
2 Pollution on land and at sea
3 Over-fishing
4 Non-indigenous species (in ballast water)

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TRUST & ACHIEVEMENTS- tested - approved - safe

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After several years of testing, developing and patenting new technology, Optimarin obtained type approval for
its treatment system in 2009, in accordance with Guideline 8 and the “INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE
CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SHIPS’ BALLAST WATER AND SEDIMENTS, 2004”, and according to Resolution
MEPC.300(72), BWMS Code. But for Optimarin, it is not enough to simply be approved. We operate in accordance with NS-EN ISO 9001:2015 & 14001:2015 and our vision is to have the most environmentally friendly
ballast water treatment system in the world.

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Certificate No:
TAP0000271
Revision No:
2

TYPE APPROVAL CERTIFICATEThis is to certify:

Coast Guard Approval Number: 162.060/1/5

That the Ballast Water Management Systemwith type designation(s)Optimarin Ballast System 167/72BK3 – 3000/3100BK3, 167/65BK4-3000/2600BK4 and 167/87FX2 – 3000/3000FX2
Issued to

Optimarin AS

CERTIFICATE

Expires: 21 October 2026

BALLAST WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Filtration/Ultraviolet

Nemko Scandinavia AS has issued an IQNet recognized certificate that the organization:

Optimarin AS
Sjoveien 34
4315 Sandnes
NORWAY

Sjøveien 34, 4315 Sandnes, Norway

Optimarin AS

has implemented and maintains a

Quality Management System

Name of BWMS: Optimarin Ballast System (OBS)SANDNES, Norway
is found to comply withIMO Resolution MEPC.300(72) - Code for Approval of Ballast Water Management Systems (BWMS Code)DNV rules for classification – Ships Pt.6 Ch.7 Sec.1 Ballast water management – BWM
DNV class programme DNV-CP-0209 – Type approval – Ballast water management systems
DNV class guideline DNV-CG-0339 – Environmental test specification for electrical, electronic andprogrammable equipment and systems

Capacities: 65-3,000 m3/h (intake), 167-3,000 m3/h (discharge)
This is to certify that the above listed BWMS with the listed treatment capacities has beensatisfactorily examined and tested by Independent Lab DNV in accordance with the requirements
contained in 46 CFR 162.060. The system shall be installed and operated in accordance withthe applicable Operation, Maintenance, and Safety Manual: Optimarin OBS OMSM, Rev. 8, dated
May 16, 2022 for models BK3, BK3 Ex, BK4, FX2 or FX2 Ex.

Application :Installation Limitations: See Appendix

This is to certify that the Ballast Water Management System listed above has been examined and tested inaccordance with the requirements of the specifications contained in the BWMS Code and DNV Rules statedabove. This Certificate is valid only for the Ballast Water Management System referred to above.

Operational Limitations:
Salinity: Not Applicable
Water Temperature: -2 – 37º C
Hold Time: >2 hours
UV-Intensity: >1100 W/m2 (at 100% TRC) and >400 W/m2 (at 24% TRC)

For the compliance with the BWMS Code, the Certificate is issued on behalf of the Norwegian Maritime
Authority.
System Design Limitations / Limiting Operating Conditions imposed are described in this Certificate
Product(s) approved by this Certificate is/are accepted for installation on all vessels classed by DNV, unlessotherwise instructed by relevant Maritime Administrations.

The BWMS must be marked in accordance with 46 CFR 162.060-22. A copy of this Type Approval
Certificate shall be carried on board a vessel fitted with the ballast water management
system at all times. This certificate supersedes Approval number 162.060/1/4 dated April 20,
2022; update includes alternate components and system updates.
*** End ***for the following scope:

CERTIFICATE

Nemko Scandinavia AS has issued an IQNet recognized certificate that the organization:

Optimarin AS

Sjøveien 34, 4315 Sandnes, Norway
has implemented and maintains a

Environmental Management System
for the following scope:

Production, supply and service of Ballast Water Treatment Systems
includingEx-products approved for installations in hazardous areas

Production, supply and service of Ballast Water Treatment Systems
includingEx-products approved for installations in hazardous areas

which fulfils the requirements of the following standard

which fulfils the requirements of the following standard

Issued on: 2023-03-21
Validity date: 2026-03-31
This attestation is directly linked to the IQNet Partner’s original certificate and shall not be
used as a stand-alone document

Issued on: 2023-03-21
Validity date: 2026-03-31
This attestation is directly linked to the IQNet Partner’s original certificate and shall not be
used as a stand-alone document

ISO 9001:2015

Registration Number: NO-801359

Alex Stoichitoiu
President of IQNetHåkon Rem
Nemko Scandinavia AS

ISO 14001:2015

Registration Number: NO-901697

Alex Stoichitoiu
President of IQNetHåkon Rem
Nemko Scandinavia AS

IQNet Partners*:
AENOR Spain AFNOR Certification France APCER Portugal CCC Cyprus CISQ Italy
CQC China CQM China CQS Czech Republic Cro Cert Croatia DQS Holding GmbH Germany EAGLE Certification Group USA
FCAV Brazil FONDONORMA Venezuela ICONTEC Colombia Inspecta Sertifiointi Oy Finland INTECO Costa Rica
IRAM Argentina JQA Japan KFQ Korea MIRTEC Greece MSZT Hungary Nemko AS Norway NSAI Ireland
NYCE-SIGE México PCBC Poland Quality Austria Austria RR Russia SII Israel SIQ Slovenia
SIRIM QAS International Malaysia SQS Switzerland SRAC Romania TEST St Petersburg Russia TSE Turkey YUQS Serbia

IQNet Partners*:
AENOR Spain AFNOR Certification France APCER Portugal CCC Cyprus CISQ Italy
CQC China CQM China CQS Czech Republic Cro Cert Croatia DQS Holding GmbH Germany EAGLE Certification Group USA
FCAV Brazil FONDONORMA Venezuela ICONTEC Colombia Inspecta Sertifiointi Oy Finland INTECO Costa Rica
IRAM Argentina JQA Japan KFQ Korea MIRTEC Greece MSZT Hungary Nemko AS Norway NSAI Ireland
NYCE-SIGE México PCBC Poland Quality Austria Austria RR Russia SII Israel SIQ Slovenia
SIRIM QAS International Malaysia SQS Switzerland SRAC Romania TEST St Petersburg Russia TSE Turkey YUQS Serbia* The list of IQNet partners is valid at the time of issue of this certificate. Updated information is available under www.iqnet-certification.com* The list of IQNet partners is valid at the time of issue of this certificate. Updated information is available under www.iqnet-certification.com

Issued at Høvik on 2022-07-07
for DNV

This Certificate is valid until 2025-10-23.
DNV local station: Stavanger
Approval Engineer: Tone Knudsen Fiskeseth

Dag Sæle-Nilsen
Head of Section

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT the above named manufacturer has submitted to the undersigned satisfactory evidence that the item specified herein complies
with the applicable laws and regulations as outlined on the reverse side of this Certificate, and approval is hereby given. This approval shall be in effect until the
expiration date hereon unless sooner canceled or suspended by proper authority.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND THIS 31st DAY OF
MARCH 2023, AT WASHINGTON D.C.

This Certificate is subject to terms and conditions overleaf. Any significant change in design or construction may render this Certificate invalid.
The validity date relates to the Type Approval Certificate and not to the approval of equipment/systems installed.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER: Unless otherwise stated in the applicable contract with the holder of this document, or following from mandatory law, the liability of DNV AS, its
parent companies and their subsidiaries as well as their officers, directors and employees (“DNV”) arising from or in connection with the services rendered for the
purpose of the issuance of this document or reliance thereon, whether in contract or in tort (including negligence), shall be limited to direct losses and under any
circumstance be limited to 300,000 USD.
Form code: TA 251

Revision: 2021-03

www.dnv.com

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S. M. PETERSON
Chief, Engineering Division
BY DIRECTION OF THE COMMANDANT
DEPT. OF HOMELAND SECURITY, USCG, CGHQ-10030(REV. 3-03)

Type Approval from Class Societies:
Lloyd’s | Korean Register | ABS | Bureau Veritas | China Classification Society | RINA | RMRS | CRS | IRS | PHRS | IBS | PRS | Turk Loydu

Type Approval from Flag states:
Italian Coastguard | French Maritime Administration | Luxembourg | Maritime & Coast Guard Agency | MLIT | Turkey Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure | The Hellenic Republic | Transport Canada, Marine Safety& Security
All our approved certificates can be downloaded from our website: https://optimarin.com/compliance/78INNOVATION
Optimarin’s vision is to remain a leading provider of ballast water treatment system and leverage ourtechnology and know-how to develop applications for a cleaner marine environment.
Optimarin has through its 30-year history been a leader in the development of the BWTS industry. Being an
early industry pioneer has not stopped the company from continuously improving its product, work processes
and service offering to our customers. Achieving the USCG approval in 2016, as the first company in world,
is a sign of our industry status.
Going forward, we will focus our product development work along two dimensions based on customer feedback and market requirements:•

Improving the existing system with respect to footprint, functionality and operational features•

Using the company expertise to develop new applications based on our technology knowledge andexperience with the goal of expanding into new markets.

Research & Development will be based on our overall goal and the aim is to promote a cleaner environment
through innovation, meeting our customer’s demand with cost efficient solutions and contributing to thedevelopment of our industry.

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SIMPLE & RELIABLE- Ballast Operation

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DURING BALLASTING: The ballast water flows through Optimarin’s proprietary filter. The filter removes larger
organisms and particles and back flushes them overboard at the ballasting location. After passing the filter,the ballast water continues through the UV chambers on its way to the ballast tanks. The UV light kills or­inactivates organisms, viruses and bacteria in the ballast water.
DURING DE-BALLASTING: The filter is automatically bypassed during de-ballasting, and the ballast water­receives a second UV-treatment during discharge as a safeguard to ensure compliance.

UV SYSTEMFILTERSCONTROL SYSTEMThe UV system was developed based on 20 years’ experienceof water injection on offshore platforms, water treatment forfish farming and drinking water plants in Norway.

Optimarin offers two different filters: B&K (25µm basket)
and Filtrex (20µm basket). The filters have automatic backflushing and are self-cleaning.

The Ballast Control System allows easy

• High power UV for the efficient killing or inactivation of organisms, 		bacteria and pathogens in ballast water.

• Removes large particles and organisms.

• Touch screen operation.

• Low pressure loss of only 0.1 - 0.5 BAR.

• One UV lamp per chamber (167 m3/h flow rate per chamber).

• Bypassed during de-ballasting.

• Multiple choices for integration to ship autimation system forcomplete control.

• Installed on single or dual layer manifold for optimal space utilization.

• Capacity matches vessels need.

• Extensive logging and troubleshooting functionality.

• UV and temperature sensor in each chamber.

• Capacity does not need to match UV capacity for different flow
during intake vs discharge.

• Several possibilities to connect external valves to detect
system compliance.

• Automatic flow reduction to treat more challenging waters.
• OptiWash – CIP (cleaning in place) functionality for minimum
maintenance. (Optional)

operation of the Optimarin Ballast System.
• User-friendly interface.

• Modular design for easier and cheaper installation.
• Ready for OptiLink (cloud service).

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A FLEXIBLE SYSTEM- for any vessel

The Optimarin Ballast System is easy to install on board existing ships (retrofit) as well as on newbuilds.
The modulized system is very flexible, with a relatively small footprint and weight, and will fit vessels of
all kinds and sizes. The OBS can be delivered as a complete skid or as a customized solution. It accommodates
a wide range of ballast water capacities and can handle flows from 25 m3/h to 3000 m3/h.

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CUSTOMIZABLE AND FLEXIBLE FOR A PERFECT FIT AND USAGE ON BOARD
Customization: The system can be delivered in parts or as a complete unit. When delivered in parts it can be seamlessly installed with extremely low footprint.
Our compact units come in unlimited sizes and capacities making them a perfect fit for all vessels. All units aredelivered with bypass possibilities and back flush pump. No other components are needed for a complete BWTS
installation.
Redundancy: Each UV lamp is individually operated and can be started as needed by the cargo operation. This has
several advantages:• there are always redundant UV power capacity on systems with two or more UV lamps• o ptimize power consumption to all operations – loading, discharging and stripping – by utilizing only the minimum

required numbers of lamps.

OBS167BK UNIT

OBS 334FX UNIT

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COST-EFFICIENT RETROFIT- anywhere you want on the vessel

334 M3 SYSTEM

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The Optimarin Ballast System is normally installed in the pump or engine room and in close proximity to theballast pumps. The OBS can be delivered in a container, on a skid or in separate pieces to allow for easy installation in most any available space. The equipment can be installed horizontally, vertically, on or suspended below
deck, along the ship’s side or in several separate locations. It is relatively low weight and adds no extra noise.The
OBS utilizes every square meter and does not require much space, this makes it a cost-efficient solution.

1000 M3 SYSTEM

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OptiLink™

– Optimizing ballast operations

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The power of the map– Use the map to easily track the ballast operations anddetect water quality challenges
The software enables the shipowner and/or crew to have online access to operational data from the system for a single
vessel, and fleet performance data forseveral vessels.
Optimarin can provide interactive remotesupport to vessels reducing the need forphysical service jobs, both time saving
and cost effective.
A tool for optimizing ballast operations tosave fuel and time17

OUR CORE VALUESPROFESSIONALISM• We keep our promises• We make clear demands of one another, are truthful and act with integrity• We are solution-oriented

INTERACTION• We work together, share our experiences and improve one another• We communicate clearly, and give and receive constructive feedback• We are resourceful and loyal to the decisions madeCONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT• We are a force for constructive change• We learn from our mistakes• We are humble

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TAILOR-MADE
The Optimarin Ballast System is configured specifically for each customer’s requirements. The systems are typically sold as component-based solutions ready for installation by the customer,
since having separate components allows the greatest flexibility and relative ease of installation. Customers can also order pre-assembled skids that are ready to be installed during vessel
construction or when a ship is in port.

STANDARDIZED COMPONENTSThe Optimarin Ballast System is a modular system using standardized components for all flow configurations. All UV spare parts can be used for any system capacity which provides simple
procurement and logistic operation for both owners and operators of large and diverse fleets. The filters are also standardized and within a large capacity range only a few filter sizes are
utilised. Our customers will have easy access to spare parts such as UV lamps, replacement filter elements, etc, supplied by our partners around the world.

EASY MAINTENANCE
The Optimarin Ballast System is based on a simple and reliable design with few movable parts which requires little or no system maintenance and ensures operational reliability. The OBS
has fewer parts and UV lamps in comparison with similar systems. The patented UV chamber in CuNi, the high water flow and high UV intensity make the UV lamps and the internals of the
UV chamber self-cleaning and ensures a relative long service life. A self cleaning UV system combined with the automatic back-flushing filters results in a minimum requirement for systemcleaning and maintenance for the ship’s crew.

OPTIMIZING POWER CONSUMPTIONThe Optimarin Ballast System is certified to adjust the power consumption according to UV intensity. The system will automatically optimize the power consumption pending UV intensity
which is based on the water quality during ballasting (turbidity, etc).

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SATISFIED CUSTOMERS

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ARDMORE SHIPPINGHÖEGH DETROIT

Ardmore has chosen Optimarin BWTS for their fleet of

Höegh Autoliners has chosen Optimarin AS for a series

product and chemical tankers in worldwide trade.

of their Pure Car and Truck Carrier vessels.

- that use Optimarin Ballast System

SAGA SHIPHOLDINGTIDEWATER

Optimarin signed a fleet agreement with Saga Shipholding

The first retrofit OBS was installed in 2009 on board

in 2011. Since then, Saga has installed our BWTS on its

the North Mariner. Since then several systems haveentire fleet, both newbuilds and retrofit. This adds anotherbeen installed on board Tidewater vessels, both retro-

34 ships to Optimarin’s reference list.

fits and newbuilds.

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AT YOUR SERVICE

We have a dedicated service engineer team in Norway with expert knowledge of the Optimarin BWTS including
the control system and the interfaces with the other ship systems. In addition, we have a world-wide network ofservice partners standing by to assist our customers when needed.
The Ballast Water Treatment System business is moving into a new era, after the final phase of the IMO regulations
became effective September 8th 2019. It is not only a requirement to have a BWTS installed on a ship, but thesystem must be used as well.
For Optimarin this means that our Service organization is ready and prepared to support our customers
World-Wide.

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™
OptiLearn

Optimarin Training Academy
Training is an important part of Optimarin’s service
offering. Training is a key element in ensuring that
dedicated crews can operate the OBS in a safe manner, and as an integral part of the ship´s operations.
Introducing OptiLearn, our cloud-based platform
with a comprehensive BWTS e-learning course,
offered free of charge. This course aims to give users ageneral higher technical and functional understanding of our system, how to operate the BWTS in accordance with laws and regulations for handling ofballast water. The course also includes advice on how

For more information contact:training@optimarin.com

to act in emergency and non-compliance situations

MOBILE LEARNING

and how to routinely maintain the system in goodWith free applications for iOS and Android, learners

condition. Join us to master BWTS operations andcan study when and where they want to, and evenregulations through an insightful learning experience.

save courses to their devices to take them offline.

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OPTIMARIN - all over the world

SALES OFFICES:SALES AGENTS

The Netherlands - NL
Shanghai - CN
Singapore - SG
Stamford CT - USA
Tokyo - JP
Varna - BG
Istanbul - TY

• Argentina / Chile- Buenos Aires• Brazil - Sao Paulo• China North - Dalian• Croatia - Rijeka• Cyprus - Nicosia• Denmark - Fredrikshavn• Greece - Piraeus• Hong Kong
• India - Chennai / Mumbai• Israel - Ashdod• Italy - Genova• Korea - Busan• The Netherlands - Rotterdam• Portugal - Turcifal• Qatar / UAE - Sharjah• Spain - Madrid• Turkey - Istanbul• USA / Canada- West Caldwell, NJ

DISTRIBUTOR
Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH• Germany• PolandOPTIMARIN AS Sjøveien 34, NO-4315 Sandnes, Norway, TEL +47 51 11 45 33, info@optimarin.com, www.optimarin.com

Optimarin® is a registeredtrademark of Optimarin AS,
Norway.
OptiLearn™, OptiSafe™,
OptiClean™, OptiStrong™,
OptiLink™, OptiWash™ [...] refers
to products manufactured,and services delivered by
Optimarin AS.