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Further extend its global reach Classification society ABS announces the opening of an office in Stavanger, Norway to further extend its global reach and provide dedicated support to its growing Norwegian client base.Known for its leadership in offshore classification and technology, the societys Stavanger office will be staffed with a professional team of offshore engineers and surveyors focused on delivering premium class service to the region.The opening of this office is part of ABS ongoing commitment to deliver uncompromising service to our clients, says Christopher J. Wiernicki, ABS Chief Executive Officer and President. Given the dynamic operating environment, our clients want us more integrated into their operational and safety program and to do that effectively, we need this local presence.For ABS it is an opportunity to better serve the industry and build upon our strong ties with the Norwegian Maritime Directorate (NMD).In 2009, the NMD extended its authorization to ABS to include mobile offshore drilling units (MODUs) in its scope as a Recognized Organization (RO).Country Manager for Norway Egil Legland says he and his team look forward to building and expanding the relationships ABS has in Norway. Its not just the office ABS just released several new services and programs ...

ABS releases new suite of MODU notations The increased technical sophistication of drill ships and other mobile drilling units, coupled with the greater regulatory oversight of offshore drilling, has spurred ABS to develop a new suite of classification standards and notations intended to provide MODU operators with increased confidence that their operations are being conducted to the highest demonstrable standards.ABS is the leading provider of classification services to the offshore sector, said ABS President and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki. We have been talking with the industry, regulators and others with related interests. This has helped us to clearly define existing standards that can be improved, and to also identify those new areas that would benefit from having an independent, third party set of standards that properly address the new technologies that are being incorporated into the latest designs of drillships, semis and jackups.That research has indicated a broad range of both design and operational aspects that warrant additional guidance, according to Ken Richardson, ABS Vice President, Energy Development. Obviously enhanced standards for the classification of drilling systems are key components, he noted, but operators are also looking for a more holistic approach to the maintenance of their assets and we ...