How does ABS distinguish itself from other classification societies in your maritime decarbonisation services and offerings?

ABS both advises and supports the industry in its compliance with short-term energy efficiency regulations, helping to lay the groundwork for a fully sustainable industry. ABS’s analyses have helped hundreds of owners and operators comply with measures such as the EEXI and CII in ways suited for their specific fleet mix.

We also engage in research on joint industry products such as emerging alternative fuels and new decarbonisation technologies including carbon capture and the transport of hydrogen. Through these projects, ABS develops classifications for ships that will come into service in the next decade and beyond.

What are some ABS-driven initiatives toward creating an energy-efficient, low-emission maritime industry?

ABS works on initiatives to foster an energy-efficient and low-emissions maritime industry, with partners in the fields of policy, ports, operations, and science. We believe collaborative partnerships can solve the sustainability challenges faced by the industry by providing a wide scope of expertise to draw on to move forward.

We have collaborated with partners such as Mitsui & Co and Maersk Oil Trading on methanol bunkering solutions in alignment with Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore’s outlined direction.

Additionally, ABS issues approvals in principle for vessel designs such as liquefied hydrogen and carbon dioxide carriers and dual-fueled cargo ships, for major shipyards and operators.