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Laboratory Resources and Reference Links

This page brings together laboratory resources and ABS‑related reference links to support product testing, accreditation, and approval activities. It is intended as a convenient starting point for identifying potential laboratory options and understanding applicable requirements.

ABS does not certify laboratories and advises users to verify the current certification status of any laboratory they select. The following list of laboratories and related website links is provided for convenience only, with the exception of Coating Test Laboratories.

ABS does not guarantee the accuracy of these lists and reserves the right to review any information submitted by a laboratory before accepting such data as part of the product pedigree for ABS evaluation.

IMO List of Laboratories

US Department of Labor, Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories

USCG Listing of Labs Approved to Conduct Testing for the US Administration

United Kingdom Accreditation Services (UKAS) Accredited Laboratories

International Accreditation Service, Inc.

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EU Marine Equipment Directive

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