Hafnia has collaborated with Masava Kemi and marine supply partner MOSCORD in the development and testing of a Bag-in-Box packaging solution for concentrated cleaning products used onboard vessels.
The initiative explores an alternative to traditional chemical containers with the aim of improving storage efficiency, supporting easier handling and reducing the volume of packaging waste generated during daily operations.
The packaging consists of a chemical-resistant inner bag housed within a durable cardboard box and is fitted with an integrated dispensing tap. Designed for use in confined spaces found onboard vessels, the solution enables controlled dosing while supporting a more practical approach to the storage and use of cleaning chemicals.
The Bag-in-Box format is designed to support day-to-day operations onboard by reducing the need to handle larger drums and jerrycans, while offering a more compact and organized storage setup. Products can be placed in dedicated rack systems, allowing multiple cleaning solutions to remain readily available while using less space than conventional packaging formats.
A further benefit is the reduction in packaging volume once products have been used. Unlike traditional containers, the inner bag collapses significantly when empty, helping to reduce the amount of waste requiring onboard storage and management. Another advantage is that the packaging can be incinerated in the ships’ incinerators without CO₂ emissions.
The project reflects Hafnia’s ongoing focus on working with suppliers and industry partners to identify relevant and customizable improvements that support vessel operations and day-to-day work for seafarers. Through collaboration and testing since 2022, Hafnia and Masava have tested and evaluated these solutions against the realities of the maritime environment before wider implementation is considered.
The Bag-in-Box concept has also received industry recognition, earning both the ScanStar Award 2024 and the WorldStar Award 2025 for its application within maritime and offshore operations.
Hafnia crew members across several vessels have highlighted the products’ effective cleaning performance, ease of use and efficient consumption. Feedback has shown that smaller quantities are often sufficient to achieve the desired cleaning results.
Mikkel Boesen, VP and Head of Hafnia’s Technically Outsourced Fleet says “Our focus is always on finding improvements that streamlines processes for our seafarers. The Bag-in-Box solution has shown promising benefits in terms of handling, storage and onboard waste management during testing. The use of concentrated products and reduced packaging also proves stronger sustainability measures.”
Michael Peter Brøndum Schmidt Managing Director at Masava Kemi states “This project demonstrates how close collaboration with industry partners can lead to innovation. Together with Hafnia and MOSCORD, we have developed a solution designed to improve handling, storage, and reduced packaging waste onboard, while also helping reduce the amount of product that needs to be transported and stored”.
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