Difference between revisions of "Classification society"

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*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Maritime_OrganizationInternational Maritime Organization International] [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/STCW_Convention  Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)]
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A classification society is a non-governmental organization that establishes and maintains technical standards for the construction and operation of ships and offshore structures. The society will also validate that construction is according to these standards and carry out regular surveys in service to ensure compliance with the standards. (Wikipedia)

  • Lloyd’s Register (UK)
  • Germanischer Lloyd (Germany)
  • Det Norske Veritas (Norway)
  • NKK (Japan)

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