International requirements on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are currently high in focus of Port State Control (PSC). The EIAPP certification of engines and the maintenance of records have resulted in…
The IACS Council met in London last week (C90) scheduling new dates for the introduction of revised Common Structural Rules, welcoming the establishment of IQARB as a legally constituted body…
Oslo, 18 December 2024: DNV has released a competence standard (ST) for methanol and a recommended practice (RP) for ammonia, to enable crew and shipowners to tackle the safety risks…
Paris La Défense, December 18, 2024: Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV), a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification, is partnering with Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (SHI), a leading global…
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has undertaken the certification of indigenously developed marine components for defence projects, marking a significant milestone in enhancing defence and maritime manufacturing capabilities within the…
Tokyo – ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to a remote monitoring system for machines, ‘MAREWA-SYSTEM’ developed by KAGOO DOCKYARD Co. Ltd. ClassNK-registered vessels equipped with…
A recent report by DNV Cyber highlights the crucial role of cybersecurity in the future development of shipping. A survey of around 500 maritime professionals, and in-depth interviews with cybersecurity…
The keel of the first of five Fleet Support Ships (FSS), being built at Hindustan Shipyard Ltd., Visakhapatnam, as the HSL VC11200 project, was recently laid at a ceremony held…
Streamline environmental compliance for your fleet  Navigating the ever-changing world of maritime environmental regulations can be overwhelming. Fleet managers and operations teams often struggle with visibility gaps, disconnected data, and…
The EEXI requirement came into effect on 1 January 2023, and all affected ships should now comply. To maintain compliance, any ship undergoing changes that affect its EEXI and/or EEDI…
Vlissingen, 4 December 2024 – Damen Naval is signing a contract with classification society, Lloyd’s Register, on the Plataforma Estratégica de Superficie (PES) frigate for Colombia. Colombian shipbuilder COTECMAR (Corporación…
Mumbai, 9 December 2024 – IRClass Systems and Solutions Pvt Ltd (ISSPL), a leading provider of testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services is pleased to announce key leadership appointments aimed at strengthening…
The 109th session of the IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 109) was held from 2 to 6 December 2024. Amendments to the IGC Code to enable the use of ammonia…
by: Theodosis Stamatellos, Director, Lloyd’s Register, Global Technical Client Care The shipping industry, like many others, is rapidly embracing artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative tool. But how should we understand its…
ABS hosted the 13th Hellenic Technical Committee Meeting in Athens, Greece, bringing almost 40 industry-leading executives to explore the latest advancements in maritime technologies and innovation. Chaired by Dr. Chris…
Requirements, compliance strategies, and commercial impacts Find out everything you need to know about the FuelEU Maritime regulation, effective 1 January 2025. DNV’s latest white paper is your essential guide to help…
John Faraclas was there with his camera… WISTA U.K celebrated its festive spirit at the annual Christmas party hosted by Wikborg Rein, a key player in the maritime sector down…
ABS had the pleasure of hosting the FuelEU Maritime and Onboard Carbon Capture Forum at the National Gallery in Athens on November 26, bringing together nearly 200 attendees, to explore…
The bold design paves the way for more sustainable LNG shipping solutions. Lloyd’s Register has granted an Approval in Principle (AiP) for GTT‘s new 200,000 m³ LNG carrier concept, featuring slow-steaming…
A new paper, ‘Guidance on Stability of Lifts’, addresses the safety and stability of heavy lifting operations in maritime environments. Developed by the Heavy Lift Exchange Forum (HLEF) and DNV,…
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) and Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) have entered into an umbrella agreement aimed at developing indigenous technologies and enhancing the capabilities of both organizations. As part…
John Faraclas was there with his camera With just over 90 members, guests and friends with their families – in all, more than last year, the Hellenic Engineers Society of…
12 December 2024 Choose session and sign up 09.00 – 10.00 a.m. CET or 04.00 – 05.00 p.m. CET (UTC+1) Stay informed about the commercial implications of the decarbonization regulations.…
In a recent interview with Maritime Impact, Peter Curtis, former Chief Commercial Officer of Seaspan, shared valuable insights from his extensive career in the maritime industry. Curtis is reflecting on…
I’m writing to let you know that DNV’s cybersecurity business has adopted a new brand name. Following DNV’s acquisition of industrial cybersecurity specialist Applied Risk and Nordic cybersecurity services leader…