ClassNK Shapes Maritime Future: Sustainability & Digital | Mariner News
ClassNK is actively shaping the future of shipping classification, navigating unprecedented challenges driven by environmental regulations and rapid digital transformation. Under the leadership of new President & CEO Hayato Suga, ClassNK is evolving its services to provide crucial support to the global maritime industry. Suga emphasizes the vital responsibility of classification societies to deliver timely certification that meets diverse, fast-evolving industry needs, especially as boundaries between sectors blur.
Enhancing Global Services and Expertise
To bolster international competitiveness and energize organizational initiatives, ClassNK is strategically expanding its service portfolio. A prime example is the new Tech Expertise Centre in Piraeus, designed to offer advanced technical support beyond conventional survey matters. This initiative reflects ClassNK’s commitment to proactive engagement with new technologies and complex operational demands across its extensive global network.
Driving Decarbonization and Digitalization
A core focus for ClassNK is addressing maritime decarbonization and digitalization. The society is significantly enhancing services related to sustainable fuel certification, leveraging tools like ClassNK Fleet Cost Simulation to evaluate regulatory costs for initiatives such as FuelEU Maritime and the EU ETS. Furthermore, ClassNK became Asia’s first provider of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) certification, showcasing its broader commitment to a low-emission life cycle across transport sectors and a greener maritime future.
