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Why ABS
ABS is the leading class society in the containership market, and the first to class LNG powered containerships. With over 1200 surveyors, 500 engineers, and 200 offices around the world, the ABS network is committed to helping containership owners and operators achieve success.
ABS provides support and solutions geared towards containerships, from fire-fighting and lashing to decarbonization and sustainable solutions.
Support for Containerships
New Construction and Classification Services
ABS engineers and surveyors work closely with an owner’s technical staff and their selected shipyard to select the most suitable class notations, provide technical support and guidance for compliance with ABS Rules as well as applicable regulations.
Sustainability Centers of Excellence
Providing guidance and solutions to overcome any sustainability challenge, from preparing for Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) or Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) to exploring alternative fuel pathways and innovative energy efficiency technologies.
My Digital Fleet
A customizable risk management platform that provides real-time data-driven insights to improve fleet efficiency, reduce costs and manage risks.
C-Lash® Guide
The ABS Guide for Certification of Container Securing Systems (Lashing Guide) addresses the complexities of safely securing containers and helps users evaluate lashing at multiple tiers.
Containership Software
ABS has easy-to-use software designed for container vessels, including the Eagle Containership Software for checking compliance with the Rules for Building and Classing Marine Vessels and the ABS C-Lash® software to help users evaluate their lashing systems.
Fire-Fighting on Container Ships
ABS offers optional notations to address fire safety and navigate risks based on the unique characteristics of fires on container vessels.
Rapid Response Damage Assessment
The RRDA program provides 24/7 support for ship-related emergencies such as grounding and collision by leveraging a team of ABS engineers, naval architects and master mariners.
ABS Academy ®
ABS offers customized private training courses in academies around the world, covering topics such as design and construction, operational maintenance and management system skills.
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