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Classification Society

Classification Society

Created OnFebruary 6, 2018
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The professional organizations which class and certify the strength and seaworthiness of vessel construction. Class and certification issued to each vessel may be required for insurance purposes. American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and Lloyds Register of Shipping are two of the most well-known classification societies in the world today.

Related:

  • Hog (Hogging)
  • Cargo Breaking Bulk
  • Seaworthiness Certificate
  • COA (Contract of Affreightment)
  • Hague Rules and Hague-Visby Rules
  • Dreadage or Dreading Clause

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