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March 03, 2017
This Advisory offers a high level overview on hybrid electric power systems, the current status of the component technologies, the advantages and challenges of each, along with some of the applications in the marine and offshore industry.
December 16, 2016
Learn the key elements of Subchapter M and the new comprehensive safety system that includes company compliance, vessel compliance, vessel standards, and oversight.
October 25, 2016
The key to safety in jackup operations is constant risk management. This white paper presents some of the challenges facing the global jackup fleet along with the research and development (R&D) efforts ABS has undertaken to address those challenges.
February 07, 2017
In pursuit of untapped natural resources, the offshore industry ventures into increasingly remote and difficult to drill environments.