Tag: ClassNK

ClassNK has released "EEXI Simplified Planner", an assessment tool for the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI), which will apply from 2023.

ClassNK has begun joint investigative research with Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. on risk assessment of autonomous ships. This aims to ensure safety of autonomous ships, as a safety evaluation program is underway in Japan. 

Japanese Classification Society ClassNK has released “Guidelines for Remote Surveys Ver. 2.0”, including a class notation requirement for the ship with advance preparation for remote surveys.

ClassNK has been monitoting the retrofitting status of ballast water management systems (BWMS) on its registered ships periodically since 2018, now recommending the industry to install BWMS in advance.

Japanese classification society ClassNK released its Guideline for Survey and Facilities/Equipment of LNG Bunkering Ships, which outlines the additional safety requirements of liquefied gas carriers that supply LNG fuel at sea.

NKCS, ClassNK Consulting Service Co, launched a supporting system to help companies comply with the upcoming ISM requirements for cyber security.

ClassNK along with e5 Lab Inc. shake hands and inked a joint research agreement in order to develop a cyber security digital platform.

Safebridge, one of the maritime industry's leading EdTech companies, successfully acquires the ClassNK Certificate of Approval for its online-based training and assessment portfolios. 

Leading Classification Society ClassNK released its “Guidelines for Use of Highly Ductile Steel” which summarize the requirements for using highly ductile steel on hull structures.

NYK Line, the classification society Class NK and the power systems provider IHI Power Systems inked an agreement in order to set the world's first ammonia-fueled tugboat into practical use.