‘Wild Card’ Carbon Levy Uncertainty Leaves Shipowners Cautious and Concerned Says ABS Chairman and CEO

Christopher J. Wiernicki Calls for Clarity and Consistency in CERAWeek Appearance [image] (HOUSTON) Uncertainty about the scale and nature of the IMO’s proposed carbon levy is holding back investment in shipping. That

ABS Approves Hanwha Systems’ Advanced Cybersecurity Solution

[image] (BUSAN) ABS issued a Type Approval for IACS UR E27 cyber resilience requirements to Hanwha Systems for its cybersecurity solution, SecuAider®. Hanwha Systems’ SecuAider® is a software solution that

Liza Unity Becomes World’s First FPSO to Receive ABS SUSTAIN-2 Notation

[image] (HOUSTON) The ABS-classed Liza Unity has become the first FPSO in the world to receive the SUSTAIN-2 notation from ABS. The notation is the next level in the vessel

ABS Showcases Leadership at Inaugural Seatrade Maritime Qatar

[image] ABS proudly participated in the inaugural Seatrade Maritime Qatar, held on February 4-5, 2025. This event brought together industry leaders and innovators, fostering discussions on the future of maritime operations.

ABS Approves New Digital Application from Kongsberg Marine

Support for Remote Verification of Dynamic Positioning Systems [image] (HOUSTON) The Dynamic Positioning Digital Survey (DPDS) from Kongsberg Marine has received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS. The DPDS application

Advanced Vessel Designs, Carbon Capture and Cost of Compliance Headline ABS Middle East Regional Committee Meeting

Strengthening Partnerships and Delivering Next-Generation Classification Services to Meet Evolving Industry Needs [image] (DUBAI) The impact of carbon capture and digital technologies as well as IMO Mid-Term Measures and FuelEU on