Ships Ballast Water System Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Growth, By Type (Chemical Method, Physical Method), By Application (Modify Ship, New Build Ship), Regional Insights, and Forecast To 2035

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SHIPS BALLAST WATER SYSTEM MARKET OVERVIEW

The global ships ballast water system market was valued at USD 10.45 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow to USD 11.25 billion in 2026, reaching USD 21.95 billion by 2035, with a projected CAGR of 7.7% during the forecast period.

Ballast water is retained in ships to maintain the vessel's structural integrity and stability, but its release into an unfamiliar environment could be dangerous and have negative repercussions. Ballast water management is the process of preventing the discharge of aquatic pathogens and organisms from one region into the marine ecosystem of another region. Hazardous microorganisms that access ships by means of ballast tanks have to be eliminated using the ballast water's treatment and management system (BWTS). Before these creatures go to other areas of the ship, it utilizes chemicals to kill them.

When sailing between ports, ships employ ballast tanks for balancing off the weight of the cargo. During transportation, seawater is poured into these tanks. A portion of the fluid in the tank does, however, contain organisms that are dangerous to marine life. It is known as "ballast water." Aquatic species invasion in ship ballast water is a significant issue for the shipping industry. When the International Agreement went into force, it became necessary to install a system for ballast water management strategy and a ballast water treatment system.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Supply and Isolation Limitations to Deplete Market Advancement  

The ships ballast water system market suffered from the COVID-19 outbreak. Government-imposed worldwide curfews and stringent regulations had a significant negative impact because they forced the closure of most production hubs. The business has subsequently rebounded, though, and it is projected that over the coming years it will expand dramatically. trade volumes have been severely impacted because of the international travel and production restriction. The effect of closing factories and a labour shortage also contributes to a decline in market income for ballast water treatment.  

According to Ship Insight, a publisher of articles and the most recent information on important maritime issues and technologies, ships ballast water system maintenance is being impacted by the coronavirus, forcing a temporary halt to operations.

LATEST TRENDS

Technological Advancements to Stimulate Market Development

In order to provide stability and programming ability during transit, major market players are taking the necessary steps to increase the precision and outstanding effectiveness of the ships ballast water systems.

As the space in the engine room is constrained, the French ships ballast water disinfection expert BIO-UV Group introduced Bio-SEA Easy-to-Fit in September 2019 to address the need for retrofit installations aboard basis.  With a footprint of 1.5 square meters and the ability to be divided into two Skids, it is a small, adaptable ballast water treatment device.  With minimal installation costs, the system can readily fit via existing entrances and doors without the need to drill access holes into vessels.  It has filters and pipelines built into it that are far greater than what its chlorides actually need. Therefore, the advancements from research activities will lead to ships ballast water system market growth.

• As of 2021, 86 countries are contracting States to the Ballast Water Management Convention, representing 91.12% of the gross tonnage of the global merchant fleet.

• Approximately 10 billion tons of ballast water are transported globally every year.

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SHIPS BALLAST WATER SYSTEM MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type; the market is divided into chemical method, physical method

Chemical method is the leading part of the type segment.

By Application

Based on the application; the market is divided into modify ship, new build ship

Modify ship is the leading part of the application segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Increasing Emphasis on Protecting Marine Ecosystem to Aid Market Expansion

Ships ballast water system market growth expansion is primarily driven by the need to reduce the stability of ships and unusual motion due to increased seaborne trade and increased emphasis on protecting marine ecosystems from contaminants. Contrarily, tight guidelines from the USGC (United States Coast Guard) and International Maritime Organization (IMO) requiring the installation of ballast water tanks as well as the requirement of a cutting-edge oxidation process, going to unlicensed Ocean dumping boots market earnings.  Additionally, the development and evolution of this disinfecting technology, as well as improvements in resource efficiency and ship operability, open up new avenues for the ships ballast water system market.

• As of 2023, a total of 53 ballast water treatment systems had received U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) type approval.

• Additionally, more than 65 States, representing over 70% of the world’s merchant fleet tonnage, have ratified the Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention.

Elimination of Bacteria by the Machine to Foster Industry Progress

High volumes of crude oil, substances, gasoline, and LNG are transported along with electronics or automobile parts on ships, vessels such as tankers and cargo ships. In order to ensure secure operation, these ships require the system to eliminate potentially dangerous bacteria.

The Irish Lights vessel has incorporated the machinery that can treat ballast water at a rate of up to 250 m3/hr since it was installed in May 2020. It is fully chemical-free and based on an integration of purification and UV technologies. This system, which has capabilities ranging from 34 m3/hr to 1500 m3/hr, is efficient in both seawater and freshwater and allows for unrestricted vessel operation. Hence, the surge in the requirement to eliminate harmful bacteria from ship part has led to the ships ballast water system market.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Shortage of Experienced Labor to Hinder Market Advancement

However, the storage of by-products from ships ballast water system leads to a poisonous environment, which contributes to pollution, along with a shortage of experienced labor for its complex operation, which reduces the market share for ships ballast water system.

• Ships constructed before the entry into force of the BWM Convention must comply by their first renewal survey, causing delays or logistical challenges in retrofitting existing vessels.

• Type-approval requires both land-based and shipboard testing, independent laboratory verification, and matching of operating conditions, making approvals complex and time-consuming.

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SHIPS BALLAST WATER SYSTEM MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Abundance of Port in Asia Pacific to Support Market Advancement

Asia Pacific is anticipated to hold the largest ships ballast water system market share throughout the anticipated timeframe. The expansion of the Asia Pacific market is aided by the abundance of ports and harbours used for the trading of goods such gadgets, chemicals, automotive parts, electronics, and other goods.

Additionally, the area provides a variety of ship types, including tankers, cargo ships, and container ships. Since the IMO mandated that BWT systems be installed in vessels, it is assumed that this will increase demand for BWT systems. Additionally, the region's expansion in this business has been aided by the region's present trade volumes and strict IMO regulations.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

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The reports cover important advances with in market, as well as inorganic and organic growth strategies. Various companies are concentrating on organic business expansion such as product announcements, product approvals, and other things like patents and events. Acquisitions, partnerships, and collaborations were among the inorganic growth strategies observed in the market. The above activities have paved the way for market participants to expand their business and customer base. With the growing demands for filter products in the international market, market participants in the market are expected to benefit from substantial growth opportunities in the near future.

• Alfa Laval’s PureBallast 3 system gained U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) type approval in December 2016. It is capable of handling 170 to 1,000 cubic meters of ballast water per hour and utilizes UV-based treatment that is compatible with all water salinities.

• Panasia’s GloEn-Patrol™ system received IMO type approval in 2019 under the MEPC.279(70) guidelines. The system combines physical filtration with UV disinfection and is suitable for both onshore and offshore ballast water treatment applications.

List of Top Ships Ballast Water System Companies

• Alfa Laval (Sweden)
• Panasia (U.S.)
• OceanSaver (Norway)
• Qingdao Sunrui (China)
• JFE Engineering (Japan)
• NK (Japan)
• Qingdao Headway Technology (China)
• Optimarin (Norway)
• Hyde Marine (Brazil)
• Veolia Water Technologies (France)
• Techcross (South Korea)
• Siemens (Germany)
• Ecochlor (U.S.)
• Industrie De Nora (Italy)
• MMC Green Technology (Norway)
• Wartsila (Finland)
• NEI Treatment Systems (U.S.)
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (Japan)
• Desmi (Denmark)
• Bright Sky (U.S.)
• Trojan Marinex (U.S.)

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