We have developed a new notation for low-flashpoint fuels, allowing owners and shipyards to demonstrate that their design and construction meet requirements. The notation will come into effect as of 1 January, 2016, as part of LR’s Rules and Regulations. Find out more
The shipping industry shows that it can provide clean fuel designs that meet the requirements of world trade – read more about this new gas-fuelled design from NACKS, approved by LR. Find out more
From inspections by drone to battery-powered ships, we are working on solutions to some of industry’s greatest challenges. Read more in our Group Review 2015.
LR class £7million river maintenance vessel for Port of London Authority (PLA). The vessel is the PLA’s biggest single investment in over 20 years. Find out more
LR accredits first mass flow metering system in Hong Kong – designed to enhance the integrity, security and efficiency of fuel quantity measurement. Find out more
After the discussions at COP21 earlier this month, Katharine Palmer, LR’s Environmental Manager asks ‘What’s next?’ for the shipping industry. Read blog
Class News No. 30/2015: Statutory Alert: Implementation of IACS Unified Interpretations SC 267 and SC 267 Rev. 1 relating to lifeboat release and retrieval systems. View
Class News No.29/2015: Amendments (37-14) to the IMDG Code. View
Class News No. 28/2015: China publishes new sulphur emission control regulations within Pearl River Delta, Chang Jiang Delta and Bohai Rim waters. View
Class News No. 27/2015: MARPOL Annex IV passenger ship sewage discharge and treatment requirements – postponement of implementation agreed in principle. View
Class News No. 26/2015: New SOLAS requirements for additional means of escape from machinery spaces on new passenger and cargo ships. View
Future legislation
Summary report of the 29th IMO Assembly (A29) session : This document provides a summary of discussions and conclusions during this session. View