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Stockholm-listed engineering firm Alfa Laval has bought marine technology group NRG Marine to bolster its "decarbonisation toolbox".
NRG Marine was set up in 2006 and is headquartered in Coventry with operations in Abu Dhabi. Its proactive anti-fouling technology utilises ultrasonic microscopic bubbles that implode, creating agitation that disrupts the surface environment. This agitation passively cleans the surface, reducing fouling, scaling, sludge, and deposits on critical components.
For marine vessels, fouling is not just important from a fuel savings and decarbonisation perspective. Biofouling, the accumulation of organisms on ship parts, increases the risk of spreading invasive species, leading to ecological and economic harm. For the oil and gas sector, this technology helps prevent and clean the stationary surfaces to avoid biofouling.
Alfa Laval said, the deal, which is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025, will secure operational and environmental benefits in its marine division, with the "potential to apply the technology for use in its dairy, oil and gas, and other industrial markets".
Sameer Kalra, President of the Marine Division at Alfa Laval said: "In the race to net zero, solutions that enhance energy efficiency and operational performance are more essential than ever. The inclusion of ultrasonic anti-fouling technology into our portfolio is another addition to our decarbonisation toolbox. By addressing the critical problem of biofouling with this advanced technique, we will enable our customers to meet both business and environmental objectives."
Darren Rowlands, CEO of NRG Marine said: "I am delighted to announce that we can now reveal that NRG Marine Sonihull has been acquired by Alfa Laval. Our technology is an incredible fit with Alfa Laval's existing technology and we look forward to working together driving efficiency and decarbonisation."
DWF and AMA Capital advised the shareholders of NRG Marine. RWK Goodman advised Alfa Laval.
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