ABS introduces remote surveys
DECEMBER 20, 2018 — Classification society ABS has introduced remote surveys as part of its efforts to drive safety performance and productivity for clients using digital technologies. “We are committed to harnessing
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Shoreside facility will allow safe testing of LNG fuel systems
DECEMBER 6, 2018 — ABS has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Korea Marine Equipment Research Institute (KOMERI) to create a new shoreside facility dedicated to improving the safety of
GE gains ABS recognition for digital twin maintenance solution
DECEMBER 4, 2018 — GE has been awarded Service Provider recognition by classification society ABS for its SeaStream Insight solution which provides health and performance monitoring of equipment via a digital twin,
Rolls-Royce gets AIP for hybrid propulsion system for tugs
NOVEMBER 29, 2018 — Rolls-Royce has received Approval in Principle (AIP) from ABS for its novel hybrid propulsion system for tractor tugs. The AIP was granted following an evaluation of the hybrid
ABS issues first Cyber Security-Ready Notation to HHI VLCC
NOVEMBER 16, 2018 — ABS and South Korean shipbuilder Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) have collaborated to develop cyber security requirements for the ABS Cyber Security-Ready (CS-Ready) Notation for marine assets. ABS has
Putting Data to Work: the pursuit of operational excellence of marine assets
November 14, 2018 — Advancements in the field of data science are presenting new opportunities for ship owners looking to improve fleet utilization by combining advanced analytics with lessons learned from operations. It is
Composite technology: Game changer for LNG as a marine fuel?
NOVEMBER 9, 2018 — ABS, OceanFinance and Scorpius Space Launch Company (SSLC) are joining forces on the SPACE TECH4SEA project to adapt composite technologies developed for the space industry to LNG fueled
ABS Executive Kirsi Tikka discusses IMO 2020 Sulfur Cap
OCTOBER 30, 2018 — For shipowners, the clock is ticking on one of the shipping industry’s most significant air emission regulations. The IMO 2020 Global Sulfur Cap, due to take effect January 1,
ABS issues guidance on implementing smart functions
OCTOBER 29, 2018 — Classification society ABS has introduced comprehensive guidance providing the marine and offshore industries a goal-based framework to enable data-driven decision making based on smart technology. The ABS Guidance
ABS issues new chemical tanker guidance and software
OCTOBER 24, 2018 — Classification society ABS has released new guidance and software to assist chemical tanker owners, operators and shipyards: the ABS Guide for Materials and Welding for Stainless Steels, and