Class Services

Classification Societies play a vital role in the maritime safety and assurance framework by confirming that ships are designed, constructed, surveyed and maintained in accordance with recognized technical standards throughout their operational life. By applying Class Rules and carrying out independent technical surveys, they verify the condition of the vessel's hull structure, machinery, equipment and essential systems, helping to ensure that the ship remains structurally sound, mechanically reliable, seaworthy and suitable for its intended service. Valid classification provides confidence to shipowners, managers, flag Administrations, insurers, charterers, financiers, port authorities and other maritime stakeholders that the vessel is subject to continuous technical oversight by an independent organization.

Novel Classification Society, as an independent Classification Society, offers a full scope of classification survey services in accordance with its applicable Class Rules [Rules for the Classification and Construction of Sea-Going Ships], recognized maritime standards, industry best practices and the technical requirements applicable to each vessel's type, service, condition and assigned class notation.

Class Hull, Machinery, Bottom, Tailshaft, Boiler, Automation, Reefer, Cargo Gear and Occasional/Special Surveys are necessary because a vessel's condition changes with age, operation, loading, weather exposure, corrosion, wear, repairs and modifications.

The timely completion and crediting of these surveys supports continued safe trading, maintenance of valid class status, flag compliance, chartering acceptability, port acceptance, financing arrangements and marine insurance coverage, while helping to prevent detentions, operational delays, loss of class, certificate suspension, rejected claims, unexpected breakdowns and unsafe conditions.