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Academic Engagement

Innovation through Collaboration

At ABS, we're bridging the gap between academia and industry to spark groundbreaking research and innovation. Our strong university partnerships and deep industry connections drive progress in critical areas like marine safety, environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, data analytics, cybersecurity and digital connectivity.

These collaborations and investments through government-funded research with partnering universities fuel the development of next-generation technologies for the maritime world. Together with our academic and industry partners, ABS is charting the course for the future of marine and offshore innovation.


For Students

ABS is a global leader in classification and certification services. By embracing the latest technological advancements, ABS provides cutting-edge technical advisory services to support industries facing rapid change and serves as a guiding resource to students in their university design projects. 

 

Student Resources

ABS is a global leader in classification and certification services. By embracing the latest technological advancements, ABS provides cutting-edge technical advisory services to support industries facing rapid change and serves as a guiding resource to students in their university design projects. 

 

Capstone Project Ideas 

Looking for inspiration for your capstone project? Explore a collection of ideas, examples and resources to guide you toward a selection. ABS has been widely cited in student papers and projects, making it a trusted and valuable resource for academic exploration and innovation.  

 

Capstone Project Consulting 

Stay on the right track and work with ABS specialists who will consult you on the best approach to navigating classification rules for your capstone project. 


Collaboration for the Future of Maritime

ABS and Texas A&M University are collaborating on several research and development projects intended to:

  • Drive safety forward by exploring ammonia's interaction with water during release, identifying battery safety measures, and evaluating the safe application of augmented reality and wearable devices.
  • Foster innovation through evaluating nuclear energy potential and analyzing carbon capture, transport and storage.
  • Advance digitization by training artificial intelligence to process 360º images and establish a virtual testing framework for autonomous navigation.