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Ballast Technologies, Inc. Perma Ballast® is high density fixed ballast used throughout the world for Ships, Floating and Grav

How Ballast Contributed to the Success of the Roman Navy. Check out our new blog now!
11/25/2024

How Ballast Contributed to the Success of the Roman Navy.

Check out our new blog now!

The Roman Empire is often celebrated for its architectural marvels, military conquests, and expansive trade networks. However, one of the less frequently discussed yet equally significant aspects of Roman ingenuity lies in their maritime engineering, particularly within their formidable navy. Centra...

Check out BTI's most recent blog post, "The Role of Ballast in Ancient Egyptian Ships: Engineering the Nile and Beyond."...
09/03/2024

Check out BTI's most recent blog post, "The Role of Ballast in Ancient Egyptian Ships: Engineering the Nile and Beyond."


Ancient Egypt is renowned for its monumental achievements, from the pyramids to the intricate irrigation systems that tamed the Nile. Yet, one aspect of their ingenuity often overlooked is their maritime engineering, particularly the role of ballast in ancient Egyptian ships. As these vessels sailed...

Check out our new Blog "Navigating the Waves of Change: The Impact of Water Ballast Systems on Invasive Species."
06/24/2024

Check out our new Blog "Navigating the Waves of Change: The Impact of Water Ballast Systems on Invasive Species."

Navigating the Waves of Change: The Impact of Water Ballast Systems on Invasive SpeciesIn our interconnected world, where global trade and travel flourish, there exists a lesser-known but significant culprit in the realm of environmental disruption: water ballast systems. These systems, essential fo...

Check out our most recent Blog "The Economical Benefits of Using Permanent Ship Ballast!"  https://wix.to/1JFdPtH       ...
03/04/2024

Check out our most recent Blog "The Economical Benefits of Using Permanent Ship Ballast!" https://wix.to/1JFdPtH

The use of Perma Ballast® permanent ship ballast, also known as fixed ballast, offers several economic benefits to the maritime industry. Unlike traditional ballast water systems, Perma Ballast® permanent ship ballast involves using solid materials or structures to provide stability to the vessel....

The Advantages of Perma Ballast® Solid Ballast in Offshore Wind Turbine Foundations: Minimizing Costs and Maximizing Eff...
01/08/2024

The Advantages of Perma Ballast® Solid Ballast in Offshore Wind Turbine Foundations: Minimizing Costs and Maximizing Efficiency: Check out our Bog!

https://www.ballasttech.com/post/the-evolution-of-ship-ballast-historical-and-advanced-methodsThe Evolution of Ship Ball...
09/02/2023

https://www.ballasttech.com/post/the-evolution-of-ship-ballast-historical-and-advanced-methods

The Evolution of Ship Ballast: Historical and Advanced Methods.

The concept of ballast has been an essential part of maritime history, ensuring the stability and safety of ships throughout their evolution. Ballast serves to maintain a ship's balance, prevent excessive rolling and capsizing, and optimize its performance at sea. Over the centuries, ballast methods...

Lead Ballast is inferior for a variety of reasons. See the link below to find out more!
06/01/2023

Lead Ballast is inferior for a variety of reasons. See the link below to find out more!

Lead ballast was often used in boats, ships, and other marine vessels for many years due to its high density. However, lead ballast is not the best permanent ballast choice for several reasons: Toxicity: Lead is a toxic metal that can cause serious health problems when ingested or inhaled. Therefore...

Permanent ballast is an essential component in maintaining the balance and stability of a vessel. See our link below to ...
04/21/2023

Permanent ballast is an essential component in maintaining the balance and stability of a vessel. See our link below to find out more!

Permanent ballast is an essential component in maintaining the balance and stability of a vessel. Permanent ballast can be found in different forms and materials. In this blog post, we will examine the importance of permanent ballast as it relates to vessel stability. Vessel stability is a critical....

We were glad to participate in Floating Wind Solutions '22!
08/12/2022

We were glad to participate in Floating Wind Solutions '22!

FWS ‘ 23 Conference & Exhibition, Jan 30 – Feb 1, 2023 – The Marriott Marquis, Houston Register Now! Book Accommodation! FWS ‘22, was a record-breaking event and the largest Floating Wind event held in the US! The highly regarded Technical Program saw 46 presentations from leading Developer...

It was great to ballast the Chouest C-Constructor this spring!
05/12/2022

It was great to ballast the Chouest C-Constructor this spring!

As a member of the Edison Chouest Offshore group of companies (ECO), C-Innovation offers integrated ROV and vessel support services unmatched in the industry. C-Innovation's association with these industry-leading companies extends to our customers the resources of a vast vessel fleet, multiple ship...

01/10/2022

BTI is excited to have the opportunity to perform a solid ballast installation on the Thomas Jefferson this month.

Homeported in Norfolk, Virginia, NOAA Ship Thomas Jefferson is a hydrographic survey vessel that maps the ocean to aid maritime commerce, improve coastal resilience, and understand the marine environment. Officers, crews, and scientists aboad the ship log the data that NOAA cartographers use to crea...

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