Cruise Center of Expertise - Through the ABS Cruise Center of Expertise, located in Fort Lauderdale, FL, ABS clients are connected to specialists who can provide timely responses to technical questions for swift decision-making.
Safety Excellence - ABS’ commitment to safety is demonstrated by its first-place Port State Control ranking on a global composite basis since 2017 and consistent top-tier IACS performance.
Local Presence - For more than 160 years, ABS has been the class of choice for North American ship owners and operators. With our global headquarters in Houston and surveyors located in all major North American ports and shipyards, ABS is positioned to provide rapid support.
Global Reach - With engineering offices in Italy, Germany, Norway and the United Kingdom, along with surveyors located in countries with key shipyards, such as Korea, Italy, Germany, Finland and France, ABS is positioned to provide timely support from new construction to vessel operations.
Regulatory Guidance - ABS works closely with the U.S. government and the IMO to gain a better understanding of regulations to better assist clients as they navigate a complex regulatory landscape.
Technical Expertise - Through its ground-breaking work in the advancement of maritime decarbonization, ABS provides the latest insights to support our clients’ decarbonization journeys. Whether building a LNG-fueled cruise ship, retrofitting fuel cells, or contemplating methanol as fuel, ABS has the experience to support your next project.