GASBAL sampling lines and alarms are checked onboard.
Ensuring safe access to confined spaces on board is a critical responsibility under modern marine safety regulations. The Honeywell Gasbal Gas Sampling System is specifically designed to support safe gas testing in water ballast tanks, void spaces, and pump rooms, allowing crews to verify atmospheric conditions before entry.
Developed by Honeywell, the Gasbal system provides a dependable way to draw gas samples from remote locations, reducing the need for unnecessary exposure. As highlighted by the manufacturer, the system is engineered for reliable sampling in confined marine spaces and designed to integrate seamlessly with portable gas detectors, making it a trusted solution across commercial fleets. In practical terms, this means faster decision-making, improved crew safety, and reduced risk during enclosed space operations.
From the technical documentation, the Gasbal system is described as a centralized sampling arrangement that enables continuous or spot gas checks and a robust marine system built for harsh shipboard environments. These functional features make it ideal for routine safety checks, inspections, and pre-entry testing in accordance with company safety procedures.
The services scope we provide is complete onboard support, including: Health Check, Full Function Test, Certification, Calibration, Repair, Commissioning
All services are available on board, minimizing downtime and operational disruption.
Service Coverage
Our service network covers major ports across Spain, Gibraltar, Bulgaria, Turkey, Romania, Netherlands, France, Germany, Italy, Greece, Malta, Cyprus, and Portugal, including key ports such as Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg, Marseille, Genoa, Barcelona, Istanbul, Piraeus, and many more.
Regulatory Compliance
Under IMO ISM Code, SOLAS, and SIRE 2.0, GVP requirements, gas detection and sampling equipment used for enclosed space entry must be properly maintained and calibrated. Industry best practice and inspection regimes typically require calibration at least every 6–12 months, or in line with the manufacturer’s instructions and vessel SMS, with documented records available for audits and inspections.