Classification Management
Classification Management is the administration of classification and statutory compliance functions necessary for the operation of the ship.
Objective
The objective of Classification Management is to ensure compliance with classification and statutory requirements in the most cost effective manner by maintaining a minimum interruption in the ship's trading.
Goals
minimisation of direct and indirect expenses
minimisation of ship and shore based personnel time
avoidance of unscheduled repairs, off-hires and delays
avoidance of class related casualties
avoidance of Port State Control detentions
elimination of any breach of warranty with underwriters
harmonisation with ISM requirements
Provided Services
monitoring all due surveys and certificates and generally any obligations towards the classification society and relevant notifications
optimisation of the time and location for presenting the ship for survey, commensurate with its commercial obligations
optimisation of number of surveys and due items to be carried out each time a Surveyor is in attendance
advice to the Owner of the particular requirements of due surveys and items of importance that should be addressed prior to and during the survey in order to save time and expense
assistance to the Owner on adverse and/or complicated issues that may develop, by communicating with the classification society and/or the flag Administration
review of classification reports and invoices for verification that they reflect correctly the surveys performed, in order to avoid future complications
advice to the Owner on any forthcoming classification and statutory matters that may affect operations
Additional Services
notification of upcoming new regulations / requirements
planning and coordination of surveys with class
attendance of surveys on behalf of owner
documentation, distribution and record keeping
