ClassNK issues Rules and Guidance for Survey and Construction of Steel Ships

Classification society ClassNK has announced the release of the latest versions of its Rules and Guidance for the Survey and Construction of Steel Ships, said in the press release.

These versions include all amendments dated 17 May 2013.

Among the amendments made to the Rules and Guidance this time is the establishment of the “Rules for the Inspection and Registration of Maritime Labour Systems”. Shipowners can now apply to ClassNK and request inspections of their Maritime Labour Systems conducted in accordance with the above amendment.