Emirates Classification Society (Tasneef) and Abu Dhabi Petroleum Ports Operating Company (Irshad), a wholly owned subsidiary of Adnoc; recently signed a one year contract to survey and classify 31 of its offshore vessels.

The vessels include tugs, pilot boats, crew boats and barges, a statement said.

This agreement comes in compliance with the safety regulations for non-conventional ships that are not covered by the International Convention (GCC Code) which has been put into effect since September 1, 2014.

The agreement was signed by Rashed Al Hebsi, CEO of Tasneef, and Ali Al Ameri, commercial manager of Irshad.

“We are looking forward to expanding our services towards Irshad and we will continue our support to them by offering several maritime classification services including the annual periodical inspection of their ships to ensure compliance with the terms of crew safety; checking the efficiency, crew qualifications and required training needs; in addition to examining their  hulls and engines to confirm compliance with all the conditions related to the safety and protection of the environment,” Al Hebsi said.

“All the procedures taken by Tasneef in ship inspection processes are based on the terms and conditions of international treaties and agreements signed by the UAE, under which we will issue compliance certificates for ships complying with international standards thus, enabling them to sail and carry out their operations anywhere in the world,” he added.

Ali Al Ameri said: “We are proud of Tasneef as the first Arab classification society that aims to enhance the Arab maritime cooperation. We highly appreciate Tasneef’s role to ensure the safety of our ships and its compliance with international standards which ultimately benefits the company and its performance in providing maritime services complying with the highest international safety and quality standards.”

“We also hope that all the UAE maritime community will rely on Tasneef for their classification services. Today Tasneef has transcended local borders and is poised for global prospects. Major companies in the world have recognized Tasneef as a qualified classification society in accordance with international standards,” he added. – TradeArabia News Service