This milestone represents a crucial advancement for what will become the world’s most powerful tidal turbine. Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded an International Electrotechnical Commission for Renewable Energy (IECRE) Feasibility Statement…
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has confirmed the successful completion of a joint development project (JDP) designing ammonia dual-fuel systems on Trafigura’s newbuild medium gas carriers (MGCs). LR completed an extensive design evaluation…
The latest FOBAS Fuel Insight Report highlights rising biofuel uptake, ongoing issues with off-specification fuels and the impact of new regulatory measures. The latest analysis from Lloyd’s Register’s Fuel Oil…
Lloyd’s Register’s Maritime Decarbonisation Hub (The Decarb Hub) and Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS) release new reports to help meet the upskilling needs of an estimated…
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has granted Griffon Hoverwork Approval in Principle (AiP) for its new Wyvern class of Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC). The Wyvern class represents a significant advancement in amphibious military transport. …
This new class notation marks a significant advancement in maritime safety and passenger comfort. Lloyd’s Register (LR) has introduced its first class notation for fin stabilisers. For decades, fin stabilisers…
Lloyd’s Register Group (“LR”), a global provider of maritime professional services and digital solutions, has reached an agreement to acquire Ocean Technologies Group (“OTG”), a leading trusted provider of human…
LR will conduct the design appraisal and survey of two Vard Commissioning Service Operations Vessels, due to be delivered in 2025 to North Star. Lloyd’s Register (LR) has been awarded…
LR’s new Engine Retrofit Report says a shortage of repair yards with experience in conversions may hinder the take up of alternative fuel technology by the existing fleet. A Lloyd’s…
Lloyd’s Register Maritime Decarbonisation Hub analysis shows that e-ammonia could emerge as the most highly adopted maritime fuel amongst hydrogen-based fuels, whilst liquefied bio-methane dominates amongst biofuels. In view of…
LR announces executive leadership appointments to drive growth of maritime business. Mark Darley is to lead Marine & Offshore, managing and expanding LR’s classification, certification and verification services. Andy McKeran…
Significant crew safety and well-being lessons to be learned from industry-wide survey. Spotlight on crew change reforms needed to address humanitarian crisis of stranded seafarers. An industry-wide survey on maritime…
LR and the National Physical Laboratory partner on marine autonomy assurance. Lloyd’s Register (LR) and the UK’s National Physical Laboratory (NPL) have teamed up to collaborate on marine autonomy projects…
Lloyd’s Register opens new Naval Liaison Office to support Australasian Naval community. Facility to increase our focused Naval client support with local navies, Departments of Defence and the wider defence…
Lloyd’s Register and UMAS publish Techno-Economic Assessment of Zero-Carbon Fuels Research supported by the Methanol Institute investigates economic viability, technology readiness and stakeholder engagement of options to drive decarbonisation. Lloyd’s…
LR leading drive to maintain critical global supply chains during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Active and focused support for IMO’s recommendations on ensuring shipping services and seafarers can deliver vital…
Common Structural Rules Software updated with multiple improvements. 10 March 2020 – Common Structural Rules Software LLC, a joint venture company formed by Lloyd’s Register (LR) and the American Bureau of Shipping…
LR awards HHI approval in principle for HDF-3800 frigate design. New design allows for the frigate to be equipped with modern weapons and sensors. 11 February 2020 – Lloyd’s Register (LR)…
LR awarded RO (Recognised Organisation) status by the Italian flag Administration 16 May 2019 – Today Lloyd’s Register (LR) has been awarded RO (Recognised Organisation) status by the Italian flag Administration and is…
A collaborative supply chain approach to global decommissioning is launched today, offering an end-to-end solution from industry leaders, to reduce the decommissioning burden, risk and cost for operators. The new…
Lloyd’s Register (LR) releases Type Approval Requirements for components within Cyber Enabled Systems on board Ships – Procedure for Network and Network-related devices 11 September 2017 – Introduction of this type…
26 April 2017 – Lloyd’s Register (LR), in collaboration with RaonX Solutions Co. Ltd. (RaonX), release new software to assist ship design clusters with the increased requirements demanded in Finite Element Analysis…
6 April 2017 – Woodside Energy Ltd., Anangel Maritime Services Inc., Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd., General Electric Company and Lloyd’s Register set out their intention to commence work on…
POSEIDON MED partners hold Technical Workshop to make a point on the progress of the project and map the way ahead 18 May 2015 – Poseidon Med technical workshop on…