Leading classification society ClassNK has announced the release of printed versions of its 2015 Rules and Guidance for the Survey and Construction of Steel Ships. ClassNK regularly reviews and revises its technical rules and guidance in order to ensure that they are relevant and up-to-date.
The 2015 edition’s amendments, made between 1 March 2014 and 31 December 2014, reflect the latest R&D findings, feedback from damage investigations, changes made to international regulations, as well as industry requests and include requirements related to:
Guidance for Temperature Gradient ESSO Tests and Double Tension TestsStructure of Bilge KeelsDangerous Chemical SubstancesStrength Calculations for GearsBlack-out Tests in Special Surveys