Ecochlor

What Ecochlor does

Ecochlor, founded in 2001 and headquartered in North Haven, Connecticut (with a corporate office also referenced in Maynard, MA), is a US-manufacturer of ballast water management systems (BWMS) for commercial shipping. Its proprietary chlorine dioxide (ClO2) treatment technology, marketed under the EcoOne brand across Filterless, Hybrid, and Containerized configurations, treats ballast water across all salinity, pH, temperature, and turbidity conditions without requiring crew adjustments, TRO sensors, or neutralization on discharge. The technology is differentiated by low power consumption (10-20 kW) and high flow rate capacity (up to 16,200 m3/hr approved), and is supported by the proprietary EcoBlue chemical, the only globally-approved chemistry for Ecochlor systems under IMO and USCG Type Approval Certificates.

The company has secured IMO G9 Final Approval (2010), USCG Type Approval (2017 — fifth BWMS approved by USCG and first US-manufactured chemical injection system worldwide), IMO BWMS Code Type Approval (2020), and Class Approvals from ABS, BV, LR, RMRS, DNV, and KR, plus Flag State approvals from Cyprus, Hellenic, and Norway. Ecochlor serves shipowners and operators across tankers, bulk carriers, container ships, and offshore vessels through direct enterprise field sales with regional offices in the Americas, Korea, Japan, Singapore/Hong Kong/China, Greece, Cyprus, and Norway, complemented by authorized installation and service providers. Named customers include Maersk, Scorpio Tankers, Euronav, Bahri, Minerva Marine, Atlantic Container Line, Capital Ship Management, Anglo Eastern, and Maran Tankers.

Ecochlor's revenue model combines one-time BWMS system sales, usage-based EcoBlue chemical resupply coordinated through a dedicated Chemical Operations Team, recurring service and maintenance contracts (twice-yearly ship visits with 98% operational uptime via real-time monitoring), and professional services including DNV-certified crew training. The EcoCare Compliance Guarantee, the only BWMS financial guarantee in the market, underwrites invasive species test failures. As of November 2024, Ecochlor was acquired by ERMA FIRST GROUP and in June 2025 was integrated into ERMA TECH GROUP, a diversified maritime technology platform that also includes ERMA FIRST, EPE Systems Division, RWO, METIS, and Armada Technologies, committing 7% of revenues to R&D across integrated decarbonization, water treatment, and marine equipment solutions.

Name

Ecochlor

Legal name

ECOCHLOR S.A.

Website

https://ecochlor.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Ecochlor manufactures chlorine dioxide-based ballast water management systems (BWMS) for commercial shipowners and operators, serving tankers, bulk carriers, container ships, and offshore vessels globally under IMO and USCG type approvals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Ballast Water Treatment Systems

NAICS

Other Support Activities for Water Transportation (48839)

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Machinery & Equipment (3533)

akta.pro primary industry

Ballast Water, Bilge & Wastewater Treatment Systems (Environmental/Utility) (IMAJAIAJ)

Keywords

• Ballast water treatment
• Marine environmental technology
• Ship compliance systems
• Chlorine dioxide treatment
• Vessel water management

Headquarters

HQ city

Maynard

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Ballast Water Management Systems (BWMS) Sales: Sale of ballast water treatment systems including EcoOne Filterless, EcoOne Hybrid, and EcoOne Container units. Systems are sold directly to shipowners and operators with turnkey installation options. Revenue includes initial system sale, installation supervision, and commissioning services.
2. Chemical Resupply (EcoBlue): Ongoing chemical resupply of EcoBlue chlorine dioxide solution for BWMS operation. Ecochlor tracks chemical use through Functional Monitoring Data Sheets provided by crews and arranges resupply at appropriate ports along trading routes. Chemical operations team coordinates delivery to vessels at berth or anchor.
3. Service and Maintenance: Twice-yearly ship visits for service and maintenance. Service engineers located throughout USA, Europe and Asia. 24-hour response time for email queries and troubleshooting. Spare parts and service networks positioned globally.
4. Crew Training: Training services including hands-on training at first ballast operation, computer-based training (MARPOL Training Institute software with DNV certification), portable simulators, and land-based International Training Center.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Ecochlor designs, manufactures, and sells ballast water management systems (BWMS) for commercial vessels using its proprietary chlorine dioxide (ClO2) treatment technology. The company offers the EcoOne product line (Filterless, Hybrid, and Containerized configurations), along with ongoing EcoBlue chemical resupply, installation, crew training, and the EcoCare Compliance Guarantee service. Sold directly to shipowners, ship managers, and operators globally under the ERMA TECH GROUP umbrella.

Product overview

Ecochlor offers a comprehensive portfolio of ballast water management systems (BWMS) led by the EcoOne® product line, which includes Filterless BWMS, Hybrid BWMS, and Containerized BWMS configurations. All EcoOne systems utilize proprietary chlorine dioxide (ClO2) treatment technology that effectively eliminates aquatic invasive species without requiring neutralization on discharge. The core BWMS products are complemented by affiliated marine technologies under the EcoOne® Marine Technologies Group: NanoVapor for gas-freeing tank technology, Sinotech for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), and Armada Technologies for Passive Air Lubrication Systems (PALS). Ecochlor provides full lifecycle support through global service networks, chemical resupply operations, crew training programs, and the EcoCare® Compliance Guarantee. The company operates as part of ERMA TECH GROUP following its November 2024 acquisition, offering integrated decarbonization, water treatment, and marine equipment solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EcoOne BWMS: Ballast Water Management System using chlorine dioxide (ClO2) technology
• EcoOne Filterless BWMS
• EcoOne Hybrid BWMS
• EcoOne Container BWMS

Products and services

• EcoOne Filterless BWMS Ballast Water Management System that treats water using a single-step process of disinfection with chlorine dioxide (ClO2) alone. Operates in all marine and brackish waters (>1 PSU) with no restrictions on temperature or turbidity, using only 10-20 kW of power even at high flow rates. For shipowners and operators globally.
• EcoOne Hybrid BWMS Ballast Water Management System offering dual modes of operation (filtration with ClO2, or ClO2 alone). Provides flexibility for unrestricted global operation with the convenience of a no-filter option when water conditions permit. For shipowners operating across varied water conditions and trade routes.
• EcoOne Container BWMS Containerized ballast water management system using a single unit to serve four quadrants or substations with one-way, small diameter piping for offshore installations. No filter required, with gravity ballasting possible. Designed for offshore support vessels, tug barges, semi-submersible rigs, and multi-purpose vessels.
• EcoBlue Chlorine Dioxide Treatment Chemical Proprietary chlorine dioxide solution used in Ecochlor BWMS, the only chemical globally approved for use in Ecochlor systems under IMO and USCG Type Approval Certificates. Supplied as ongoing chemical resupply coordinated by Ecochlor's Chemical Operations Team.
• NanoVapor Gas-Freeing System Gas-freeing technology using TankSafe nano-suppressant and Model ST-1000 delivery unit to suppress VOC formation in fuel tanks. Achieves 90% less time to gas-free fuel tanks, ATEX Zone 2 rated, with no electrical or moving parts.
• Sinotech Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Flexible CCS modular design for vessel operators, available as stand-alone or combined with exhaust gas scrubbing. Features patented amine solution for CO2 absorption at 90°C (25% below industry standard), capturing 25-35% of total CO2 from fuel with 8% energy requirement.
• Armada Passive Air Lubrication System (PALS) Second-generation passive air lubrication system that draws air from deck using ship forward motion to create an air-water mixture, reducing hull resistance. Requires only blowers and small capacity water pumps, offering greater control with much less power than first-generation systems.
• FilterSafe Filtration System 40-micron automatic self-cleaning filter system handling heavy sediment loads, available in vertical and horizontal configurations. Uses 916L stainless steel screens with anti-corrosion coatings. Integrated with EcoOne Hybrid BWMS for challenging water conditions.
• Installation and Commissioning Services Turnkey installation services including integration engineering, door-to-door shipping, customs clearance, installation supervision, and commissioning testing. Systems approved for hazardous zones rated Zone 1 or Zone 0. For shipowners and operators globally.
• Global Service and Chemical Resupply Service network with real-time data analysis on every ballast operation, twice-yearly ship visits, and 98% operational levels. Chemical resupply handled by dedicated Chemical Operations Team at strategic ports globally. Includes spare parts network and 24-hour response for email queries and troubleshooting.
• Crew Training Program Comprehensive training including hands-on training at first ballast operation, computer-based training (MARPOL Training Institute software with DNV certification), portable simulators, virtual training, and an International Training Center available for staff, clients, and engineering firms.
• EcoCare Compliance Guarantee Compliance guarantee program insuring shipowners against financial penalties relating to fines, port charges, delays, and off-hire if ballast water properly treated using Ecochlor's BWMS fails an invasive species test. Only BWMS compliance guarantee offered to shipowners worldwide.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% operational uptime maintained through real-time monitoring
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• NanoVaporcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 August 2019NanoVapor provides gas-freeing tank technology for the maritime industry. Their TankSafe nano-suppressant and Model ST-1000 delivery unit offers 90% faster tank gas-freeing compared to traditional methods. Ecochlor expanded its 'Green Marine' offerings through this partnership.
• Armada TechnologiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArmada Technologies is an affiliate of EcoOne Marine Technologies Group, developing the world's first Passive Air Lubrication System (PALS). The partnership supports development of hull air lubrication technology for the marine industry. Armada will design, engineer, procure, and provide support for PALS installation on CoolCo vessels.
• SinotechcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSinotech provides Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology with flexible modular design suitable for newbuild and existing vessels. Their patented amine solution captures 25-35% of total CO2 from fuel. Part of EcoOne Marine Technologies Group offering cutting-edge decarbonization solutions.
• FilterSafemajorTechnology or IntegrationFilterSafe provides the 40-micron filter used in Ecochlor's hybrid BWMS option. Their fully automatic self-cleaning filter handles heavy sediment loads with vertical and horizontal filter options. Anti-corrosion coatings and 916L stainless steel screens ensure durability.
• DNV (as Recognized Organization for Norwegian Maritime Authority)majorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDNV worked with Ecochlor as the Recognized Organization for the Norwegian Maritime Authority to complete harmonization of the USCG approved system with the existing IMO Type Approval and IMO's BWMS Code (revised G8).
• Ballastwater Equipment Manufacturers Association (BEMA)minorOthersIndependent trade organization representing vendors, suppliers, and key partners in the ballast water treatment industry, providing coordinated, technical, non-commercial guidance to the market.
• North America Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA)minorOthersAssociation bringing together industry, government, regulatory, conservation and educational organizations to provide access, collaboration and participation in preserving the marine environment.
• International Association of Independent Tanker Owners (Intertanko)minorOthersTrade association serving as the voice for independent tanker owners since 1970, representing interests at national, regional and international levels, championing safe, efficient, environmentally sound transport services.
• Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (Intercargo)minorOthersWorks with members, regulators and other Shipping Associations to ensure that shipping operates safely, efficiently, environmentally and profitably.
• InterManagerminorOthersSupports projects related to management, technical or welfare issues including fatigue, information sharing, ballast water, shipping KPIs and communication facilities for seafarers.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wärtsilä: Wärtsilä offers the Aquarius UV BWMS and is a major maritime systems integrator. Competes with Ecochlor across newbuild and retrofit opportunities, particularly for shipowners seeking a single-vendor propulsion and environmental equipment supplier.
• BIO-UV Group: BIO-UV Group manufactures the BIO-SEA BWMS, a UV-based system with IMO and USCG type approvals. Competes directly with Ecochlor in the chemical-vs-UV technology decision shipowners face for ballast water compliance.
• Alfa Laval: Alfa Laval's PureBallast is one of the most widely installed BWMS globally, using UV treatment. Directly competes with Ecochlor for IMO/USCG type-approved ballast water treatment retrofits on tankers, bulkers, and container ships.
• De Nora: De Nora offers the BalPure BWMS using onboard electrochlorination with IMO and USCG type approvals. Competes with Ecochlor where shipowners compare chemical-based treatment chemistries, particularly on large tankers and bulker newbuilds.
• Optimarin: Norwegian-headquartered Optimarin sells the OptiClean and OptiBallast BWMS based on UV technology with both IMO and USCG type approvals. Competes directly with Ecochlor, particularly in the European tanker and offshore segments.
• Hyde Marine (Guardian Marine): Hyde Marine offers the Hyde GUARDIAN BWMS with IMO and USCG type approvals, using UV + chemical treatment. Competes directly with Ecochlor in North American Great Lakes, tanker, and bulk carrier segments.
• ERMA FIRST: ERMA FIRST is Ecochlor's sister company within ERMA TECH GROUP following the November 2024 acquisition. Both sell IMO/USCG type-approved BWMS into the same shipowner base, making ERMA FIRST the most direct internal comparator for product positioning and pricing.
• Techcross: Korean-based Techcross manufactures the ELECTROSEA BWMS using electrochlorination technology. Competes directly with Ecochlor, particularly in Korean and Japanese shipyards and tanker operators, where it shares customers with Ecochlor's Korea and Japan offices.
• JFE Engineering: JFE Engineering offers the JFE BallastAce BWMS with both IMO and USCG type approvals. Competes directly with Ecochlor in the Japanese shipbuilding and Asian tanker retrofit markets where Ecochlor maintains regional offices.

Emerging players

• Coldharbour Marine: UK-based Coldharbour Marine develops inert gas-based BWMS technology that avoids biocidal chemicals entirely. Represents an emerging alternative technology category that could, over time, compete with Ecochlor's chemical-injection approach if regulatory or customer sentiment shifts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Ecochlor
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Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments1 record

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