Harbour and port operations sit at the intersection of heavy industrial activity and sensitive marine environments. Bilge water, dry dock effluents, and contaminated runoff demand effective on-site treatment — and zero tolerance for discharge failures.
Ports operate under intense regulatory scrutiny in ecologically sensitive areas. The consequences of inadequate water treatment extend far beyond fines — they affect operating licences, public trust, and environmental reputation.
Harbour operations generate large volumes of bilge water, storm runoff, and maintenance wash-down water contaminated with fuel, oil, and heavy metals from vessels and quay surfaces.
Ballast water and port basin water contain suspended solids, hydrocarbons, and in some cases biological material requiring treatment before any controlled discharge.
Vessel maintenance — hull cleaning, sandblasting, and anti-fouling paint removal — generates heavily contaminated wastewater with heavy metals, biocides, and paint particles.
Ports operate in sensitive coastal and estuarine environments. Any discharge non-compliance risks severe regulatory penalties, public scrutiny, and operational restrictions.
Our atmospheric evaporation technology concentrates contaminated port water on-site, reducing volumes by up to 97%. Instead of managing large quantities of oily bilge water or toxic dry dock effluent, you're left with a small, manageable concentrate for specialist disposal.
The unit is compact enough for dry dock facilities, shipyards, and quayside installations. Fully automated, with remote monitoring and zero upfront investment — we own and operate everything under a per-cubic-metre service contract.
90–97%
Volume Reduction
Far less contaminated water to manage and dispose of
Zero
Discharge Risk
Concentrate replaces bulk liquid for specialist disposal
0
Upfront Investment
Water-as-a-Service — we own and operate the equipment
24/7
Automated Operation
Runs continuously with minimal staff involvement
Atmospheric evaporation explained — no filters, no saturation.
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Read moreGet a free site assessment for your harbour or port facility. We'll map your waste water streams and show you exactly what Helios can deliver.
