ABS introduces a comprehensive strategy to promote innovation in maritime designs

ABS has announced a new comprehensive approach to support the development of next-generation designs and equipment in the maritime industry. The ABS Marine Vessel Rules now include a set of newly developed functional requirements and a standardized risk-based methodology, allowing for class approval. These enhancements are the result of a multi-year collaboration with industry stakeholders, and are designed to enable the safe and rapid adoption of innovation and technology to support the maritime industry’s decarbonization and digital ambitions.

Under the new rules, categories of critical ship design elements are introduced, each with detailed functional requirements to support key safety and environmental objectives. The rules also allow for the acceptance of alternative arrangements and new technologies if compliance with the functional requirements is demonstrated. The new and improved interface for ABS rules is designed to simplify and clarify class requirements, preventing interruptions in the plan review process.

This approach is part of a series of enhancements ABS has made to its industry-leading rules and guides, featuring a new, easily accessible format with updated graphics, enhanced search capabilities, and greater transparency and clarity into technical criteria. This is aimed at assisting clients in navigating the evolving landscape of maritime technology and innovation.

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