China Classification Society (CCS) is joining forces with several major Chinese marine industry companies to launch the ‘Sustainable Shipping Innovation and Development Initiative’ (SSIDI).
CCS launched SSIDI in Beijing with representatives of China Petrochemical Corporation, COSCO Shipping CoLtd, China Merchants Energy Shipping Co Ltd and ICBC Financial Leasing Co Ltd who were among those to sign the initiative.
The launch gathering heard how SSIDI and its members will now work closely together to explore and research alternative fuels.
SSIDI’s extensive and in-depth research work will focus on the economy, safety, technology maturity, policies and regulations, fuel availability, market mechanism and other aspects of alternative fuels for shipping.
CCS vice president Fan Quang said: “With accelerated policy making and developments to reduce shipping emissions led by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), European Union and other global organisations, the industry-wide consensus is to promote the application of alternative fuels in shipping.
“This will lead to significant changes in the entire international shipping industry, and it will have a profound impact on all upstream and downstream industries.
“However, it is important to recognise that amid this drive to alternative fuels there are still many uncertain factors that must be addressed.
“These include fuel supply, ship financing, technology development, and standard formulation. These are far beyond the scope of traditional shipping and require joint exploration by all parties across the entire industry chain.
“It is for this reason, CCS has launched the SSIDI with interested parties in energy, shipping, finance and other sections of the marine sector.
“We are looking to build a strong co-operative research platform that will conduct extensive and in-depth research into sustainable shipping innovation and development.
“We believe this partnership and shared knowledge approach is vital and that SSIDI will play a major role in the shipping industry’s low carbon journey.”
The SSIDI will work together to promote clean energy safety and look at how a sustainable shipping innovation and development industry chain can be developed. The initiative will also strengthen members’ strategic cooperation on climate change.
The launch was also attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Transport of the People’s Republic of China including Mr Yi Jiyong – Deputy director general of the Water Transport Bureau Li Guanyu – Deputy director general of the International Cooperation Department and Mr Du Guoguang – the level II bureau rank official of the Maritime Safety Administration.
CCS background
Founded in 1956, China Classification Society (CCS) is headquartered in Beijing and is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
CCS provides classification services to ships, offshore installations and related industrial products by furnishing world-leading technical rules and guidelines. CCS also provides statutory services as authorized by the administrations of the flag states or regions in accordance with international conventions, regulations and the related rules and regulations of the authorizing flag states or regions. Up to now, CCS has been authorized by 55 major shipping nations or regions in the world including China to perform statutory services for the ships flying their flags.
By committing to the mission of “safety, environmental protection and creating value for clients and society” and based on the 120 offices established across the globe, CCS provides services for a range of industry and fields including shipping, shipbuilding, shipping finance and insurance, marine equipment, ocean resources exploitation, ocean scientific research, industrial supervision, system certification, government policy and rule development, energy saving and emission reduction, risk management and evaluation, and is constantly developing new business areas.
By sticking to the policy of “building first-class international classification society with own characteristics and with technology as the foundation and credibility as the cornerstone”, CCS improves continuously its image and value through advanced technology and quality service and is widely and highly recognized by the international industry.
CCS background
Founded in 1956, China Classification Society (CCS) is headquartered in Beijing and is a full member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
- Its serviced fleet numbers more than 33,000 vessels exceeding 182.3 million GT.
- Its ship survey business covers large ore carriers, high value-added ships including container ships and liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, and green and intelligent ships. CCS also provides classification services to a vast range of offshore installations and related industrial products.
- CCS has a worldwide network of 129 sites
- CCS’ 33,000-plus clients are spread over 140 countries and regions. It holds 60 authorisations by shipping nations or regions in the world including China to perform statutory surveys for the ships flying their flags.
CCS provides classification services to ships, offshore installations and related industrial products by furnishing world-leading technical rules and standards. CCS also provides statutory surveys, verification, certification and accreditation and other services in accordance with international conventions, regulations and the related rules and regulations of the authorizing flag states or regions.
By committing to the mission of “safety, environmental protection and creating value for clients and society”, CCS provides services for a range of industry and fields including shipping, shipbuilding, shipping finance and insurance, marine equipment, ocean resources exploitation, ocean scientific research, industrial supervision, system certification, government policy and rule development, energy saving and emission reduction, risk management and evaluation, and is constantly developing new business areas.
CCS provides 7×24-hour survey and technical support services for shipowners relying on its global offices. With the efficient service architecture, CCS continuously provides all-round support for survey activities, ship safety and security, and emergency response. Excellent performance has been achieved continuously in the three major PSC MoUs, and its fleet size is growing healthily and steadily.