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09 Feb 2016

ABS' Tikka Elected Foreign Member of NAE

Kirsi Tikka (Photo: ABS)

ABS, a provider of classification services to the global marine and offshore industries, announced the election of ABS Europe and Africa Division President Dr. Kirsi Tikka as a Foreign Member of the United States National Academy of Engineering (NAE). The invitation to become a Foreign Member of the NAE is a result of Tikka’s contributions leading to internationally recognized standards for ship structural design, construction and maritime safety. “Industry needs professional organizations like NAE to provide leadership for the engineering profession and to promote technological advancement…

04 Jun 2013

ABS Releases Ship Energy Efficiency Measures Advisory

ABS released the ABS Ship Energy Efficiency Measures Advisory to provide guidance on the wide range of options available to improve vessel efficiency, reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions. The Advisory assists owners, operators and other stakeholders in conducting the techno-economic analysis needed to meet the challenges of rising fuel costs and increasing environmental regulatory requirements. As the shipping industry works to comply with environmental laws and adapt to an operating landscape of higher fuel costs, it is embracing new design concepts and looking for ways to optimize existing tonnage. The Ship Energy Efficiency Measures Advisory gives decision-makers the tools to make informed choices about the options available for improving vessel efficiency…