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Protecting shipowners in the long run: A case for stringent scrubber wash water monitoring

 06.07.2020

Installing a scrubber represents a significant investment for a shipowner. With the financial cost of the system and its installation, coupled with the lay-up time – no shipowner can take the decision lightly; with the reduced spread between HSFO and VLSFO increasing pay back times, scrubbers need to make sense as an even longer-term investment today. The economic case for scrubbers remains strong, though. If HSFO remains cheaper than VLSFO, scrubbers will represent a return on investment for shipowners and the current gap is highly likely to increase rather than decrease any further. Then there is the issue of fuelRead more

6 Exciting Upgrades to the Sea Sentry Wash Water Monitor

 30.06.2020

Owners looking for monitoring systems should ensure that their system of choice performs the full regulatory analysis, as required by the IMO. This includes Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAH), pH, turbidity (to ISO 7027: 1999) and temperature, to ensure robust and accurate measurements are made in accordance with regulatory requirements. Certified by DNV-GL and ClassNK, Chelsea’s Sea Sentry provides users with a full-range PAH measurement using a proven and highly accurate sensing technique.    We at Chelsea are thrilled to announce exciting new updates to the Sea Sentry system that will help you get even more out of it. As a result of a decade of experience in the scrubber wash water market, we have perfected the Sea Sentry system and optimised itRead more

Primary Production in Oligotrophic waters

 23.06.2020

Primary productivity Phytoplankton form the basis of the aquatic food web. By utilising pigments such as chlorophyll and phycoerythrin, they are able to absorb solar energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into high-energy organic carbon compounds. This fuels growth by synthesising vital components such as amino acids, lipids, proteins, polysaccharides and nucleic acids. Phytoplankton are in fact responsible for around half the photosynthesis on Earth and hence are a fundamental component of the global carbon cycle. Vertical distribution of phytoplankton Sunlight is, directly or indirectly, the ultimate energy source for almost all life on Earth, with phytoplankton harvesting itRead more

From blooms to ocean deserts – understanding primary productivity in the ocean

 19.06.2020

From blooms to ocean deserts – understanding primary productivity in the ocean Sunlight is, directly or indirectly, the ultimate energy source for almost all life on Earth. Phytoplankton harvest it to convert inorganic carbon to an organic form and as a result, are responsible for approximately half of the photosynthesis that occurs on our planet. Phytoplankton primary production therefore fuels marine food webs and is a fundamental property of the ocean ecosystem. A combination of both light and nutrients are essential for phytoplankton to sustain their growth. Without the supply of nutrients from the lower layers of the ocean, phytoplanktonRead more

Enabling a future for shipowners; a case for stringent scrubber wash water monitoring

 18.06.2020

‘How do I help vessel owners ensure that they are making a choice that is future proof?’ article by Emma Johnson Investments can be precarious in the current climate. Therefore, all steps must be taken to validate any recommendations for compliance solution to shipowners to enable peace of mind and safeguard operations. In the case of scrubbers, it is imperative that shipowners have an in-built capability to allow them to monitor and manage wash water, providing assurance, but also – vitally – a tangible resource for regulators, as well as insurers, charterers and financiers. To stay afloat in 21st century shipping means always being one step ahead of the curve. Read more

Effective Ballast Water Monitoring in 3 Easy Steps, by Matt Kenney

 01.06.2020

Our Global Business Development Manager, Matt Kenney, takes the complex issue of Ballast Water Monitoring and distills it in to three bite-sized steps to compliance. The key is to understand the potential pitfalls. The International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments (2004) – herein referred to as the ‘BW Convention’ – is now an integrated part of operating a modern shipping fleet. Since 2017, all compliant ships have been employing a certified ballast water management plan, and any applicable vessels not yet fitted with a suitable ballast water treatment system should now be scheduledRead more

COVID-19 Statement to clients, industry partners and suppliers

 28.04.2020

At Chelsea Technologies, supporting our customers is a key priority. We remain open and continue to manufacture our sensors and systems. However, we are now starting to experience some disruption as a result of the pandemic and this is leading to increased delivery times in some cases. We are working hard to minimise the impact and will be in contact with our customers with updated delivery dates where necessary. For assistance, please contact your Account Manager or support@chelsea.co.uk.Read more

Hello from Chelsea!

 27.04.2020

Hello from Chelsea! As we enter week 6 of remote working Chelsea's spirits are still running high! Thanks to our fabulous production team we're continuing to get sensors and systems out to clients around the world. Why not get in touch? We’re missing human contact!Read more

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“Accurate scrubber wash water monitoring will protect shipowners investing in scrubbers”, article by Elizabeth Paull for Ship & Bunker Magazine

 13.04.2020

Accurate wash water monitoring provides peace of mind and assurance to those making the decision to invest in scrubbers, as well as giving scrubber manufacturers the opportunity to offer confidence in the reliability and accuracy of their systems to their customers. For this reason, owners looking for monitoring systems should ensure that their system of choice performs the full regulatory analysis, as required by the IMO, including PAH, pH, turbidity (to ISO 7027: 1999) and temperature, to enable robust and accurate measurements are made in accordance with regulatory requirements. Installed in over 250 vessels and certified by DNV-GL and ClassNK, Chelsea's Sea Sentry Provides users with a full-range PAH measurement using a proven and highly-accurate sensing technique.Read more

Tackling Invasive species in the Great Lakes

 11.02.2020

Over the last 200 years, the Great Lakes have experienced significant changes to their ecosystems, following the invasion of over 180 alien species. The impact of this invasion is significant and widespread, causing millions of dollars in damage. Chelsea Technologies was invited to take part in the Great Lakes Practicums to demonstrate the efficacy of our portable ballast water compliance monitor, FastBallast, alongside monitoring technologies from five other manufacturers. FastBallast performed well in terms of usability and practicality. It provides a pass/fail results in less than ten minutes compared to the lengthy and expensive analysis methods required by laboratory testing, Indeed, attendees commented on the attractive simplicity of operation and the rapid turnaround of results. Read more