Self-contained hull cleaning container

HullWiper worked with MFC Concepts, a producer of modular and offshore containers, to modify the container so that its Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) can be transported, by road or sea, to far-flung locations that its present hub bases cannot serve.

“This initiative ensures that the same high standard we apply to hull cleans at our hubs is now available in places previously not accessible,” said Simon Doran, managing director of HullWiper. “Our bespoke container neatly packs the ROV hull cleaning unit and all the essentials within the limited space available – bringing the complete suite of features we have at our existing operational locations to the new sites.”

Customised for efficiency

The customised container includes a fully functioning engine room, workshop and control area for technicians to work from. Other benefits include secure storage of the ROV in an AC controlled environment to minimise maintenance time and the ability to on/offload the unit in a matter of minutes to start hull cleaning operations without delay.

HullWiper’s ROV is a brush- and diver-free alternative to traditional hull cleaning methods that offers optimal performance, energy efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions. The system uses adjustable seawater jets as the cleaning medium, instead of brushes or abrasives, to minimise the risk of damage to coatings.

HullWiper collects removed residues and harmful materials with a unique onboard filter for safe disposal onshore, thereby reducing the risk of cross-pollination of waters with alien species.