Scanship, our maritime solutions, deliver world-leading technology that help make our oceans cleaner. We specialize in advanced systems that treat wastewater and manage waste on cruise ships. Our technology transforms food waste, sewage, and garbage into clean energy and reusable materials, helping the cruise industry embrace circular practices and reduce its environmental footprint. With more than 20 years of experience and over 400 systems installed on 175 cruise ships, we are a trusted partner to the world’s leading cruise operators.
The Scanship AWP is an advanced wastewater purification system engineered to treat all wastewater generated onboard passenger vessels, ensuring full compliance with the most stringent maritime regulations (MEPC 277(64)).
The system collects wastewater from accommodation areas, laundry facilities, galleys, and food waste stations, directing it through a pre-treatment phase before it enters a central mixing tank. From there, the wastewater flows into a multi-stage biological reactor, where it undergoes treatment in various controlled environments designed to biologically remove organic matter and nitrogen compounds.
Solids remaining after biological treatment are extracted downstream from the reactor. Additional residues from filters and pre-treatment processes are either removed or directed to the Bio Waste Handling System (BWHS). In the final stage, UV radiation is used to sterilize any remaining bacteria, ensuring safe, compliant water discharge. The treated water is then either released into the sea or held in a storage tank for later disposal, with continuous monitoring to verify quality.
Scanship provides a comprehensive portfolio of waste disposal solutions, engineered to handle all types of onboard waste—from galley food waste to sewage sludge extracted from the Advanced Wastewater Purification (AWP) system.
At the core of our offering is the Electrically Assisted Pyrolysis (EAP) technology. This innovative process dries and pelletizes waste before converting it into biochar and pyrogas through pyrolysis. The pyrogas is then combusted in a boiler to generate energy, while the biochar is collected for storage and potential resale as a valuable by-product.
In addition to EAP, our solutions include:
Our systems are designed with efficiency, sustainability, and compliance in mind, supporting cleaner operations and energy recovery onboard.
Vow ASA offers dedicated support functions to ensure the long-term performance and reliability of our systems. Our Spare Parts and Chemicals teams are committed to delivering high-quality service and timely assistance to both new and existing installations.
We supply comprehensive spare parts packages with all new Scanship installations, including recommended and critical spares. Our support team ensures efficient sourcing and global delivery of spares and consumables, tailored to the needs of each vessel or installation.
Contact: spares@scanship.no
Location: Head Office, Norway
Our chemicals are specially developed to optimize the performance and cost-efficiency of advanced wastewater purification systems and biowaste handling systems. With decades of experience and a strong global logistics network, we offer direct deliveries to vessels worldwide. Our team also conducts courtesy visits where applicable to support system optimization and evaluate current usage, a service highly valued by our clients in the cruise industry.
Contact: chemicals@scanship.no
Location: Miami, Florida, USA
Contact: service@scanship.no
Location: Miami, Florida, USA
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