How ABB’s flow and digital technologies help Bawat with smarter ballast water compliance

How ABB’s flow and digital technologies help Bawat with smarter ballast water compliance

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) sets strict global standards for ballast water management to prevent the spread of harmful aquatic organisms. For companies like Bawat, a Danish innovator in ballast water management, being able to verify ballast water flow measurements quickly, accurately, and from anywhere in the world is essential.

A pioneer in sustainable ballast water treatment

Bawat has developed an innovative ballast water management system (BWMS) that uses a patented, heat-based pasteurization process, eliminating the need for UV, chemicals, or filters. It's the only IMO- and US Coast Guard-approved BWMS based on pasteurization, and it leverages waste heat onboard ships, making it one of the most sustainable solutions on the market.

Ballast water is water carried in a ship's ballast tanks to stabilize the vessel. It's crucial for maintaining stability, especially when a ship is not carrying cargo or when it needs to adjust its trim for navigation.

For Bawat’s systems – ship-based, mobile and Ballast as a Service - to stay compliant and run efficiently, regular verification of flow measurement devices is a must no matter where the vessel is located.

A smart, on-site verification solution for a global operation

To streamline this need, Bawat turned to ABB. By integrating ABB’s SRV500 verification tool with the ProcessMaster FEP631 electromagnetic flowmeter, Bawat’s service team can now conduct reliable verification anywhere in the world without removing instruments from the system.

The SRV500 is part of ABB Ability™ Verification for measurement devices, a software solution that runs a series of diagnostic tests on field devices and delivers clear PASS/FAIL results along with detailed performance data. It also issues a verification certificate and stores reports for trend analysis or regulatory purposes.

With ABB’s DNV-approved ProcessMaster FEP631 flowmeters, Bawat benefits from modular design, SmartSensor technology, and Ethernet IP communication, all contributing to greater operational insight and minimal downtime.

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ABB’s SRV500 verification tool

Reliable flow measurement without compromise

Verification is more than a compliance checkbox - it’s key to optimizing system performance and protecting the marine environment. ABB’s technology allows Bawat to verify their systems quickly, confidently, and sustainably.


“The ability to conduct accurate, on-site verification without removing equipment from the process is a game changer for our global service operations,” says Michael Westermann, CTO, Bawat. “ABB’s solution not only supports regulatory compliance but helps ensure our systems are running at their best wherever they are.”

Trusted technology, real-world performance

With ABB’s support, Bawat continues to deliver world-class ballast water treatment backed by dependable measurement technology, helping the shipping industry outrun – leaner and cleaner.

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