Classification of existing ships
Enhancing the safety of life and property at sea
To achieve your business goals, you need to manage risk with
confidence. Classification of your ship with Lloyds Register means
adding value to your operations. We help you to manage your assets
to their full potential, maintain operational effectiveness and
minimise risk to life, property and the environment.
What does our classification service involve?
Lloyds Register has a responsibility to ensure that ships meet
classification requirements throughout their operational life. Our
classification surveys set out to provide increased confidence by
identifying risks associated with ship operations through the
direct application of our classification Rules. Whenever we
identify a risk, our surveyors are on the spot to offer a range of
practical solutions.
What are the benefits?
- Classing your ship with Lloyds Register helps you maintain your
ships value during its service life.
- You receive timely notification of potential problems, giving
you confidence in the condition of your ship in line with your
business goals.
- We provide integrated and customised solutions, helping you to
minimise the risks to life, property, the environment and your
business performance.
- We help you to manage your assets to their full potential,
reducing the risk of downtime and delays from port state
control.
How does Lloyd's Register help?
Custom-made solutions
No two ships are exactly the same. We set out to apply a
custom-made solution based on the unique characteristics of each
ship, taking account of individual requirements and making the
classification process as flexible as possible.
Risk-based approach
Our approach to classification is more dynamic than
prescriptive. We provide a robust framework for a risk-based
approach to managing your fleet within the classification context.
This enables you to incorporate effective risk management into your
day-to-day business.
Listening and responding
Our unparalleled experience and expertise in this area mean that
we are uniquely positioned to help you maximise the availability of
your ship. Our qualified, experienced staff are able to respond day
or night, and our worldwide coverage means that we are never far
away.
What next?
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