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Why potable water systems on yachts develop recurring water quality problems

When a guest disembarks, the cabin is cleaned and prepared for the next arrival. When an engineering fault is repaired, the maintenance task is closed. When a positive bacterial result is remediated, many owners, captains, and crew naturally assume the problem has...

PYA Webinar & Info Pack – Fresh Water Safety on Yachts

This webinar was hosted 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 and...

Moving Beyond Traditional Yacht Water Disinfection

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...

Why Winter Increases Microbial Risk in Yacht Potable Water Systems

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...

Biofilm Awareness Week at Octo Marine

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...

Saving 4 Million Plastic Bottles a Year – A Win for Sustainable Yachting

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...

Water Treatment for Yachts in Mallorca: What Every Captain Should Know in 2025

Why Water Matters More Than Ever in Mallorca Mallorca remains one of the Mediterranean’s busiest yachting hubs, with world-class shipyards like STP and Astilleros de Mallorca, vibrant charter activity, and yachts wintering or refitting in Palma each season. But with...

Sustainable Yachting: How Crew on Larger Yachts Can Optimise Water Use

The Importance of Eco-Friendly Boating Practices on Superyachts Yachting offers a unique opportunity to explore the world’s most breathtaking waters, but with this privilege comes responsibility. As environmental awareness grows, so does the need for eco-friendly...

Ensuring Crew & Guest Safety with Effective Yacht Water Treatment

Maintaining a clean and safe fresh water supply onboard is crucial for the well-being of both crew and guests. The right sterilisation system for a yacht must be carefully selected, properly maintained, and consistently monitored to prevent waterborne health risks and...

Eco-Friendly Yachting: The Role of Verified Sustainable Solutions by Water Revolution Foundation

The world of yachting is synonymous with luxury, adventure, and innovation. Yet, as the industry evolves, there’s a growing responsibility to ensure its practices align with global sustainability goals. From protecting pristine marine ecosystems to reducing carbon...

Octo @ METSTRADE

Oct 20, 2021

What's next in the calendar for Octo Marine ? Dates: 16 - 18 November We will be at METS - the Marine Equipment Trade Show in Amsterdam - where the global leisure marine industry comes together. Join us at STAND 07.346 in the SuperYacht Pavilion to view our latest...

Octo Marine supports a new charity – Stichting Eck Roosen

Sep 3, 2021

We are delighted to announce our support for a new charity Stichting Eck Roosen, based in Holland. The aim of this charity is to raise € 30,000 for the genetic analysis of young patients with pancreatic cancer (PAN-NGS). On the day Eck Roosen, founder of the Eck...

The Octo team expands

Apr 20, 2021

Since we gained our ISO 9001 et 14001 accreditation in 2019, client satisfaction and the quality of our work is of paramount importance to us. To continue to offer the same level to service to our clients we needed more people in the team! We are therefore...

Octo Marine is 21 years young!

Apr 2, 2021

This April marks a number of milestones for Octo Marine. We are 21 years old and are celebrating with the launch of our new website. Take a minute or two to discover our latest products and services, the charities we support, meet our team and our international...

Octo Marine Supports a New Charity

Mar 24, 2021

We are pleased to support Sea-Eye e. V., a not for profit and civil sea rescue organization that was founded in Germany in 2015, by supplying them with consumables for their rescue ship Sea-Eye. Their rescue vessels search for people in distress at sea along the...

Octo Marine Coronavirus Covid-19 News Update

Nov 1, 2020

Octo Marine is pleased to announce that we are able to operate as normal once again. In line with current and possible future restrictions we will be able to service your needs, please give us a call if you have any questions. Our office and warehouse will continue...

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