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ABS Addresses Firefighting on Containerships
As vessels and stack heights continue to grow, the task of container deck firefighting is becoming even more challenging. ABS is at the forefront of this issue, publishing a Guide for Fire-Fighting Systems for On-Deck Cargo Areas of Container Carriers (FOC Guide).
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Additional Resources
Brochure: Containerships
Brochure: Fighting Fire on Containerships
Container Certification
ABS Rules & Guides for Containerships
Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels
Guide for Certification of Container Securing Systems
Guide for Application of Higher-Strength Hull Structural Thick Steel Plates in Container Carriers
Guidance Notes on Springing Assessment for Container Carriers
Guide for the Class Notation for Fire-Fighting Systems for On-Deck Cargo Areas of Container Carriers