Product Overview

The NOFI Current Buster is a patented, high-performance oil spill containment and recovery system, designed to operate efficiently in current-exposed waters and at high towing speeds. Proven in global spill responses — including the July 25, 2024 MT Terra Nova spill in Bataan – Cavite — it delivers fast, safe, and effective oil recovery.

Proven Solutions

• Rapid Containment: Quickly collects and concentrates spilled oil to minimize environmental impact.
• High Recovery Efficiency: Built-in oil–water separator thickens oil for faster pumping and storage.
• Field-Proven Performance: Successfully deployed in Deepwater Horizon (2010) and MT Terra Nova (2024) spills.
• Single-Vessel Operation: Compatible with BoomVane, reducing response time, operational cost, and manpower.
• Operational Stability: Maintains efficiency in strong and fluctuating currents.
• Enhanced Safety: Stable design improves operator safety during large-scale clean-ups.

Key Features & Benefits

• Operates at towing speeds up to 5 knots for high-speed oil recovery.
• Patented separator ensures oil is concentrated and water is minimized.
• Optimized for both offshore and nearshore operations.
• Reduces manpower and operational costs with single-vessel sweep capability.
• Maintains structural stability in dynamic water conditions.

Technical Advantages

• High oil encounter rate for maximum capture
• Thickened oil layer for faster offloading
• Reduced water content for better storage efficiency
• Reliable performance under extreme sea conditions
• Quick and safe emergency response

Applications

• Offshore oil spill emergencies
• Coastal incident response
• Vessel collision or capsizing spill containment
• Industrial and port spill preparedness programs