The Italian classification society RINA has signed an agreement with China’s Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding (SWS) to class the largest cruise ship ever built in China. SeaTrade reports that the ship will be...

By Jonathan Saul LONDON, Jan 19 (Reuters) – Italy’s RINA expects to start verifying safety and environmental standards for Iranian ships including oil tankers in a matter of weeks, the...

Abu Dhabi-based Emirates Classification – Tasneef, a classification society specializing in the maritime sector, hired RINA Group to help develop its ability to inspect and certify ships for safety. Tasneef...

I sat down with Trevor Blakeley, Chief Executive at the Royal Institute of Naval Architects this fall to discuss the distinguished institution he represents, and what they are up to...

Over 150 representatives of the global maritime industry attended the Royal Institution of Naval Architect’s annual Presidents Invitation Lecture in London last week where Petrobras’ Executive Manager of Supply and...