by Alice Wring | May 29, 2026 | Uncategorized
This webinar was held on June 10th 2026 by the PYA. The discussion, held by two water safety and regulatory experts, dove into the common bacteria found in the water systems of vessels, the problems these bacteria can cause to health and the vessel’s operations...
by Alice Wring | May 19, 2026 | Uncategorized
For many years, chlorine, silver, and copper/silver ionization systems have been the default choice for potable water disinfection onboard yachts. However, across both commercial and private vessels, this is changing. An increasing number of yachts are moving towards...
by Alice Wring | Dec 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Winter operations, whether low-season chartering, lay-up, reduced crew, or extended marina stays, drastically change how onboard water systems are used. Lower occupancy, closed guest areas, and irregular flushing create long water age throughout the yacht’s...
by Alice Wring | Nov 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Biofilm Awareness Week is an important reminder that one of the most significant threats to a vessel’s water system is also one of the least visible. Biofilm forms the underlying structure that enables Legionella, Pseudomonas, and other waterborne pathogens to...
by Alice Wring | Aug 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
At Octo Marine, we are proud to celebrate an incredible milestone for our #ThinkOutsideTheBottle campaign – saving an estimated 4 million plastic water bottles every year. For years, we’ve encouraged yachts to install our Slimline Drinking Water Filtration System on...
