Classification Societies News


IACS Focus on Education & Training on World Maritime Day

Sep 28, 2015

The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has marked World Maritime Day by expressing its support for the efforts of the International Maritime Organization to promote the vital contribution made to the industry by its most important asset: its people…

IACS Chairman Meets Industry Stakeholders b

Sep 26, 2015

ABS Chairman, President and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki has taken part in a series of meetings with maritime industry stakeholders in his capacity as chairman of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).Together with IACS Secretary-General Robert Ashdown…

UK Chamber signs MOU with Society of Maritime Industries, British Marine

Sep 24, 2015

The UK Chamber of Shipping has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Society of Maritime Industries and British Marine, to set out the basis for the three organisations to work together for the benefit of the industry as a whole. Shipping…

Wah Kwong Acquires DNV GL's ShipManager

Sep 18, 2015

Wah Kwong Ship Management (HK) Limited will adopt DNV GL’s ShipManager integrated fleet management software suite to further improve operational efficiency, data transparency and safety reporting.Wah Kwong is a leading provider of maritime transport in the bulk carrier…

New IACS Chairman Pinpoints Top Priorities

Sep 15, 2015

ABS CEO Pledges to Support Three Areas Crucial to Industry as it Tackles Current Challenges With an Eye to the FutureABS Chairman, President and CEO Christopher J Wiernicki has set out his priorities as incoming IACS chairman, emphasizing…

PSC Inspection Workshop by IRS

Sep 14, 2015

IRClass (Indian Register of Shipping) has conducted an executive workshop, in coordination with India’s Directorate General of Shipping and the Indian National Shipowners’ Association (INSA), on Port State Control (PSC) inspections.  The workshop…

DNV GL Offers ISM Internal Auditor Training

Sep 09, 2015

DNV GL’s ISM Internal Auditor training aims to impart practical knowledge on how to conduct audits, including auditing practices, guidance, preparation, execution and follow-up. According to DNV GL, participants taking part in its ISM Internal…

Tools for Operational Performance in Rotating Equipment

Sep 08, 2015

Many pieces of rotating equipment are operating below optimum capacity, affecting production costs, revenues and resulting in unexpected down time. DNV GL has been working together with operators to help unlock the potential of their existing rotating equipment…

Maritime Silk Road Society Inaugurated in Hong Kong

Sep 08, 2015

The Maritime Silk Road Society (MSRS) was inaugurated on Monday to explore new development opportunities for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in the context of the Belt and Road Initiative, reports Xinhua. 'The Maritime Silk…

Global Marine Technology Trends 2030 report released

Sep 08, 2015

The Global Marine Technology Trends 2030 report released today indicates that: * Momentum and capability for a significant evolution in ship design and operation is now building – the report presents design scenarios for commercial ships…

BV's New Academy to Meet Increased Verification Demand

Sep 08, 2015

Leading classification society Bureau Veritas has opened a Verification Academy which will help it to meet increasing demand for verification in the EU and globally and to cement its leadership in verification.The Aberdeen-based academy…

Athens Training Center Adds Navigation, DP Simulators

Sep 03, 2015

K-Sim Navigation and K-Sim DP, Kongsberg Maritime’s latest generation ship-handling and Dynamic Positioning simulators have been chosen to further advance Tsakos Group’s capabilities at its newly established training center, the Maria Tsakos TCM Academy in Athens…

IRS Opens Office in Abu Dhabi

Aug 28, 2015

Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass), a leading Classification Society, today announced it has opened offices in Abu Dhabi.Abu Dhabi is the second office location for IRClass in the Middle East, following Dubai, and reflects the society’s strong commitment to the region…

Harding Safety Certified as Maritime Training Provider

Aug 27, 2015

Manufacturer, service and training provider of Life Saving Appliances (LSA), Harding Safety AS - has been certified by DNV GL as ‘Maritime Training Provider’ according to DNV GL ST-0029.“Harding - Global Training Department delivers effective…

IMEI Certification - Unique Achievement

Aug 27, 2015

For Institute of Marine Engineers of India having achieved standardisation and maintainenace of quality processes simultaneously not just at their Head Office but also their eight branches and Five Chapters, spread all over the country is unique in India…

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