Marine vessel for processing solid waste; method for collecting, processing and shipping solid waste; and plant for processing solid waste

摘要

A method, a marine vessel, and a plant process garbage in port locations, especially those zoned exclusively for marine use. Solid waste is collected, processed, and shipped. The method and plant involve a marine vessel. The marine vessel has a deck, preferably with a hopper, for receiving solid waste. Solid waste is then processed by moving to a baler, compactor, containerizing, or packaging equipment on the vessel. The processed (i.e. baled, compacted, containerized, or packaged) solid waste is then transferred from the processing system for loading upon trucks, railcars, or a further marine vessel for shipping. The vessel may provide temporary storage for processed solid waste prior to loading.