The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has partnered with Saronic Technologies to enhance autonomous technologies in maritime applications. They signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work on improving technical requirements for autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) and classification services related to Saronic’s capabilities. Saronic’s CEO, Dino Mavrookas, expressed enthusiasm for collaborating with ABS, emphasizing the importance of safety and reliability in developing industry standards for these emerging vessels.
ABS is recognized for its support of innovative autonomous technologies in the maritime sector. Chairman and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki highlighted that advancing uncrewed systems can lead to safer and more efficient maritime operations. The partnership aims to foster innovation and redefine operational possibilities globally.
In addition to this collaboration, ABS has developed a simulation tool to manage thermal runaway incidents in lithium-ion battery fires, created in partnership with Texas A&M University. This tool provides detailed simulations at the individual battery cell level. Furthermore, ABS recently granted Approval in Principle (AIP) to Hyundai Heavy Industries for a floating module design powered by small modular reactors, aimed at generating electricity for offshore and coastal areas.
