Sludge Removal

Sludge removal from cargo, machinery and dedicated sludge tanks.

About the Service

Cargo Tank Cleaning delivers professional Sludge Removal for ship owners, ship managers, offshore companies, terminals, refineries and tanker operators worldwide.

Sludge removal is coordinated as part of complete waste-management programmes for tank cleaning projects.

What this service covers

Pumping and manual removal
Hardened sludge break-up
Segregation of waste streams
Temporary storage coordination
Volume reporting

Standards & safety

All operations are planned under IMO and MARPOL-aligned procedures with a safety-first approach — including atmosphere control, confined-space discipline and environmentally responsible waste handling.

Share last cargo / next employment, vessel location and required cleanliness standard to request a tailored programme.

Pumping and manual removal
Hardened sludge break-up
Segregation of waste streams
Temporary storage coordination
Volume reporting

Our Service Scope

Scope Review

Last cargo, tank condition and cleanliness standard

Planning

Crew, equipment, chemicals and waste logistics

Safety Setup

Gas checks, permits and confined-space controls

Cleaning Execution

Tank / space cleaning to agreed standard

Waste Handling

Sludge, slop and residue removal / disposal

Handover

Documentation, readiness and survey support

Why Cargo Tank Cleaning?

24/7 Emergency Response Round-the-clock mobilisation for urgent tank cleaning calls
Experienced Marine Cleaning Team Specialists trained for tanker and industrial operations
IMO & MARPOL Compliant Operations aligned with international safety and environmental rules
Environmentally Responsible Controlled sludge, slop and residue handling
Modern Equipment High-pressure / UHP jetting and certified cleaning systems