ClassNK has granted an Approval in Principle (AiP) to the 'Safety Berthing/Unberthing Assistance System' developed by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
The maritime classification society has also provided its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to the associated 'Berthing and Unberthing Assistance System-Human Machine Interface.' This innovation reflects an advancement in safety technology applicable to ClassNK-registered vessels.
Enhanced safety measures for shipping
These initiatives signify ClassNK's duty to enhancing maritime safety through innovative technology
The issuance of the AiP and Innovation Endorsement by ClassNK confirms that the 'a-SAFE' notation, specifically the Berthing Support System (BSS), can be applied to ships registered with ClassNK, provided they are equipped with this advanced safety assistance system.
These initiatives signify ClassNK's commitment to enhancing maritime safety through innovative technology.
Guidelines for automated operations
ClassNK has been actively involved in developing safety standards necessary for the advancement of automated and autonomous shipping technologies.
This is evidenced by their release of the 'Guidelines for Automated/Autonomous Operation of Ships (Version 2.0),' which offers a comprehensive summary of the requirements across all stages of conceptual design, design development, installation, and maintenance for such technologies.
Implementation and compliance
The concept design of the 'Safety Berthing/Unberthing Assistance System' underwent a via safety review by ClassNK
The concept design of the 'Safety Berthing/Unberthing Assistance System' underwent a thorough safety review by ClassNK.
This evaluation was grounded in the requirements detailed within the 'Guidelines for Automated/Autonomous Operation of ships (Ver.2.0)' and 'Part D of Rules for the Survey and Construction of Steel Ships.' Upon confirming compliance, ClassNK proceeded to issue the AiP.
Supporting innovation through endorsements
The 'Berthing and Unberthing Assistance System – Human Machine Interface' received an Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions from ClassNK.
This endorsement serves as third-party certification for equipment and software technologies that boast innovative functionalities, thus facilitating the deployment of products and services in the maritime industry.
