Closer cooperation with IMO will be one of the main areas of focus of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) during the tenure of new chairman Arun Sharma, also executive chairman of Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass).

The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has elected Arun Sharma, executive chairman of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass), as the new chairman.Sharma took over as chairman of IACS on 1 July 2019 from his predecessor...

DNV GL – Maritime ceo Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen always likes to begin his presentation with a song title encapsulating the message, and yesterday he chose Sting’s “Forget About the Future” to introduce his call for a ‘back to basics’ approach to marine...

The UAE is introducing a new classification requirement for vessels from 25 flag states calling or anchoring in its waters from 1 January 2019.

Always one of the industry’s most articulate leaders, DNV GL executive vp Tor Svensen took the opportunity to reflect upon the role of classification societies past and present during a press event held in London last week, just days after...

The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) is to focus on completion of ongoing projects and strengthening its role as technical advisor to the IMO over the coming year, incoming IACS chairman Christopher J. Wiernicki...

Cyber-security is one of the top items on the agenda for new IACS chairman Christopher J. Wiernicki.