BioRen

The Problem

The Problem

Every year, biofouling generates approximately 100 billion dollars in extra costs for the commercial shipping sector worldwide.

This includes:

Increased fuel consumption
Cleaning costs
Excessive dry-docking costs
Costs associated with corrective maintenance

This implies operational and financial impacts:

For companies

  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Costs associated with corrective maintenance
  • Excessive dry-docking costs
  • Cleaning costs
  • Failures in critical equipment
  • Downtimes
  • Loss of revenue and reduced results

For the environment:

  • Increased gas emissions, especially greenhouse gasses
  • Transportation of invasive species on the hulls of ships
  • The use of biocides and ultrasound interferes with marine life
Hydroelectric plants, nuclear plants, wind farms, shipyards, and ports are also affected by biofouling.

The Solution

The BioRen antifouling system is the unique and innovative solution that protects vessels and other structures from the harmful effects of biofouling.

The BioRen technology was developed to be used in any aquatic environment where biofouling is a problem – both in freshwater and saltwater. Hydroelectric plants and port structures can also benefit from this innovation.

With the use of a proprietary algorithm, BioRen developed an electronic system that generates electrical pulses with a frequency and power capable of creating an electromagnetic field that acts as a protective shield over exposed surfaces.

The BioRen system operates continuously and over extended periods, providing excellent protection for submerged marine structures such as vessel hulls, niche areas, simple or complex fixed structures, and any other area that is affected by the negative impacts of unwanted biofouling.

This system has already been installed on dozens of ships, accumulating millions of hours being in use and without incidents.

In addition to being an eco-friendly solution that does not harm the environment, the costs of the BioRen system are competitive when compared to other methods available on the market, such as coatings that use biocides, copper anodes, or ultrasound systems.

BioRen is the most sustainable antifouling system available on the market.

It has been successfully used with proven results since 2013.

The maritime shipping industry has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions.

IMO GHG aims to reduce carbon emission metrics from international shipping by 40% by 2030, compared to 2008 levels.

BioRen is an important player in supporting companies in achieving their CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator) targets: it improves vessel performance, reducing gas emissions.

BENEFITS

Control of Invasive Marine Species

BioRen can contribute to mitigating the migration of invasive species settled on the hull or internal parts of ships.

Operational efficiency

Improves equipment performance while reducing costs. BioRen is a safe, long-term, tested, and approved solution.

Reduction in gas emissions

By maintaining clean hulls, Bioren technology contributes to the aerodynamics of vessels. Biofouling causes a loss of efficiency that can reach up to 60%, depending on the degree of infestation, contributing to increased fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

Safety and Practicality

BioRen is versatile and offers low operational costs because it is a simple, highly reliable system. The devices are easy to install and maintain, and can be assembled during operation – both internally and externally.

Cost reduction

BioRen is an innovative, environmentally friendly and sustainable technology. It reduces maintenance costs and operational impacts, regardless of the sector of activity.

Care for marine life

BioRen technology delivers efficient and environmentally friendly solutions. The paint contains biocides and heavy metals. Ultrasound emits sound waves that can interfere with marine life. BioRen addresses the root cause of problems without harming the environment.