New kit targets hot tub bacteria

Superyacht hot tubs provide an ideal environment for Legionella bacteria, the cause of Legionnaires' disease. Recent outbreaks on passenger ships have highlighted the need for frequent testing of spas and pools. Traditional methods, requiring shore-based lab analysis, can take weeks, delaying necessary interventions. To address this, CM Technologies has introduced a rapid Legionella test kit, delivering results in minutes. Regular, on-site testing enables crews to detect and mitigate contamination promptly, reducing health risks and potential financial losses from waterborne pathogens. 

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