Complete Guide to Ship Cargo Hold Cleaning & Stain Removal

Achieving grain-clean standard is one of the most critical challenges facing bulk carrier operators calling at Mormugao Port and Indian coastal anchorages. Cargoes like petcoke, metallurgical coal, bauxite, and sulfur leave stubborn microscopic residues that standard high-pressure water washing cannot remove. Utilizing specialized chemical formulations like RXSOL Hold Clean and Slip Barrier Coat drastically reduces turnaround time and eliminates cargo cross-contamination risks.

Pre-loading application of polymer-based barrier coats creates a temporary micro-barrier over cargo hold bulkheads and tank tops. When the vessel discharges bulk materials, the barrier prevents particles from embedding into the steel micropores, allowing crew to wash holds down with up to 60% less water and minimal chemical expenditure.