Understanding the maritime potable water system

On most vessels, water is treated as something simple but, control comes from understanding how the system behaves.
Water on board is one system, not a set of boxes

Safe water on board is not determined by one component. It is the result of how all parts of the chain work together.
120 Years of Hatenboer-Water: Why Experience Still Matters in Maritime Water

On May 17th Hatenboer-Water celebrated its 120th birthday. In maritime operations, longevity only matters if it still translates into reliability today. Ships have changed. Regulations have tightened. Vessels operate faster, farther, and under greater scrutiny than ever before. Yet one thing has remained constant: crews need safe, reliable drinking water.
Reverse Osmosis vs Evaporators: An Easy Comparison of Fresh Water Production on Board Methods

Potable water is deceptively complex. Compliance is not the same as safety and the gap between the two is where you might get blindsided.
The must know, often misunderstood truths about potable water safety on board

Potable water is deceptively complex. Compliance is not the same as safety and the gap between the two is where you might get blindsided.
How the IMO’s 2025 Action Plan to Address Marine Plastic Litter from Ships impacts the maritime industry

Supplying drinking water at sea might seem straightforward, but have you ever counted the costs?
Where in the World is Hatenboer-Water: St. John’s, Newfoundland

Our latest journey in the “Where in the World is Hatenboer Water?” series takes us to St. John’s, Newfoundland—a city renowned for its maritime history and its pivotal role in supporting the offshore energy industry.
How Plastic Free @Sea helps vessels deliver on UN SDG 12

Supplying drinking water at sea might seem straightforward, but have you ever counted the costs?
Where in the World is Hatenboer-Water: Seattle, USA

This month we’re traveling to an exciting location for a special event!
The hidden risks of relying on plastic water bottles at sea

Supplying drinking water at sea might seem straightforward, but have you ever counted the costs?