ABS Introduces Industry’s Most Comprehensive Standards to Support Safe and Efficient Adoption of New Technology
Best-in-Class Rule Enhancements Result of Multi-Year Industry Collaboration (HOUSTON) In an industry first, ABS has introduced a comprehensive approach to support development of the next generation of designs and equipment employing the latest technology driven by decarbonization and digitalization. ABS Marine Vessel Rules now include an extensive set of newly developed functional requirements and a standardized risk-based methodology which provides a path for class approval. These rule enhancements are a result of a multi-year collaboration with industry, shipyards, owners,