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EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

ClassNK and the National Maritime Research Institute (NMRI) have launched a joint research project to evaluate corrosion rates in liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) cargo tanks under low-temperature and low-pressure conditions, supporting the safe expansion of carbon capture transport by sea.

2nd July 2026

ClassNK launches CO2 transport research

2nd July 2026

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

NexusWave, the fully managed bonded connectivity service from Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has received Cyber Security Type Approval from ClassNK, marking a significant milestone in maritime cyber resilience.

12th June 2026

NexusWave secures cyber security approval

12th June 2026

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

ClassNK has issued an approval in principle (AiP) for the design of a liquefied CO2 carrier intended to serve a floating offshore injection facility, marking further progress in Japan’s carbon capture and…

27th March 2026

ClassNK approves CO2 carrier design

27th March 2026

INDUSTRY NEWS

INDUSTRY NEWS

Autonomous and data-driven systems are reshaping global shipping, with classification societies investing heavily in technology to meet the evolving demands of the industry.

18th March 2026

ABS drives autonomous shipping innovation

18th March 2026

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

ClassNK has introduced a Fleet Cost Simulation service aimed at easing the financial and administrative burden facing shipowners as emissions regulations tighten and decarbonisation targets accelerate.

19th February 2026

EXCLUSIVE: ClassNK tool eases emissions costs

19th February 2026

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

Coach Solutions, a Kongsberg company, has partnered with classification society ClassNK to deliver an automated emissions data verification process for their mutual clients.

15th January 2026

Coach and ClassNK automate emissions verification

15th January 2026

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

Shipping companies focused on fuel efficiency and emissions reduction may be overlooking a hidden source of cost when operating in rough seas that ClassNK researchers say can quietly erode performance, waste fuel,…

7th August 2025

ClassNK closes the ‘speed gap’ fuel cost of heavy weather

7th August 2025

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

MONITORING, CONTROL & DIGITALISATION

Accelleron has taken another step toward easing regulatory compliance for maritime operators by integrating its Tekomar XPERT marine emissions module directly with the ClassNK MRV Portal.

23rd June 2025

Partnership streamlines emissions reporting

23rd June 2025

OTHER ALTERNATIVE FUELS

OTHER ALTERNATIVE FUELS

ClassNK has granted approval in principle (AiP) for a Rigid Windsail Type Wind-Assisted Propulsion System (WAPS) developed by OceanWings, confirming its feasibility from both regulatory and safety standpoints.

27th March 2025

ClassNK issues AiP for OceanWings WAPS

27th March 2025

AMMONIA

AMMONIA

As orders for ‘ammonia-ready’ ships accumulate, ClassNK’s work to overcome its crew safety challenge will be key role in realising the fuel’s potential as a contributor to maritime decarbonisation.

18th February 2025

A safe route to the ammonia alternative

18th February 2025