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ClassNK has published estimated leak frequencies of ammonia fuel from onboard components for ammonia-fueled ships, usable for risk assessment. 

On August 23, NYK and IHI Power Systems Co., Ltd., in partnership with Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK), successfully completed the Sakigake, the world’s first ammonia-fueled vessel designed for commercial use.

The world’s first accreditation for “Machinery Room Safety for Ammonia” (MRS) will be granted by ClassNK for the ammonia-fueled medium gas carrier (AFMGC) currently being developed by a consortium that includes Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) and Nihon Shipyard Co., Ltd. (NSY).

ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for the membrane-type LNG carrier installed with the 'Wind Challenger', a hard sail wind propulsion system.

ClassNK has released ‘Guidelines for Cyber resilience of ships’, based on the new IACS Unified Requirements (UR) to support the consideration of measures to ensure the cybersecurity of ships.

ClassNK has released its Annual Report on Port State Control (PSC) which summarizes deficiencies identified during PSC inspections carried out in various countries around the world.

ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for a design concept of the hydrogen-fueled engine compatible 5,000KL oil tanker with electric propulsion system developed by UYENO TRANSTECH LTD., YANMAR POWER TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD., Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (K Line) announced that three of its ship management companies—KMSM, KLSM SGP, and KLNG UK—have received certification from Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK) for their Competency Management System (CMS). 

ClassNK has released the “ClassNK Alternative Fuels Insight” report, which summarizes the characteristics and latest trends of alternative fuels to support future fuel selection.

ClassNK has awarded an approval in principle (AiP) for a methanol fuel supply system developed by Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.