Maersk Line recently tapped classification society ABS to lead a workshop to identify and evaluate potential hazards posed on containerships from dangerous cargo stowage in the aftermath of the Maersk Honam fire. The workshop assembled industry stakeholders to conduct a comprehensive Hazard Identification (HAZID) study to better understand key risks associated with … [Read more...]
ABS Evaluation Demonstrates Feasibility of LPG as Fuel Strategy for Dorian LPG
Press Release - ABS - (Houston) ABS completed an in-depth techno-economic evaluation commissioned by Dorian LPG, evaluating compliance options for impending global sulfur cap requirements. Dorian LPG owns and operates a fleet of very large gas carriers (VLGCs), transporting liquefied petroleum gas around the world. “As owners and operators evaluate their … [Read more...]
ABS Nautical Systems Steers Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Toward Flexible Compliance Solutions
Press Release - ABS - (Houston) The Great Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD) Company adopted the ABS industry leading Subchapter M regulatory compliance mobile software for more than 40 vessels. Implementing the NS Workboat application across the fleet, GLDD now has a user-friendly mobile platform for comprehensive Subchapter M compliance. Crew can perform work order … [Read more...]
ABS Nautical Systems Chosen as Exclusive Mobile Compliance Solution for Crosby Tugs
Press Release - ABS - (Houston) Crosby Tugs selected the ABS industry-leading Nautical Systems (NS) mobile compliance software to enable compliance with Subchapter M regulatory requirements. By adopting NS Workboat across its fleet of tugboats, Crosby can record compliance data and generate safety reports on a mobile device while crew carry out routine … [Read more...]
ABS Awarded Contract to Class Canadian Coast Guard’s Entire 114-Vessel Fleet
International classification society ABS has been awarded the contract to provide classification and certification services for the Canadian Coast Guard's entire existing fleet of 114 vessels as well as future vessel acquisitions. Coupled with a similar contract awarded in 2017 covering the Royal Canadian Navy's non-combatant vessels, Houston-based ABS says the Coast … [Read more...]