Korean Register has issued an announced to say it has signed an agreement with the Directorate General of Shipping to deliver services on behalf of the Indian flag administration, carrying out vessel surveys and issuing certificates according to international conventions.
Korean Register is now able to conduct relevant surveys and audits and to issue certificates to Indian flagged ships for SOLAS, MARPOL, ITC, ICLL, and MLC.
India’s maritime industry has strong potential for growth because of its geographical location between Asia and Africa and its 7,000km long coastline. India’s recent economic growth has dramatically increased the value of its import and export trade.
However, the port facilities and vessels to accommodate this growth are lacking. As a result, the Indian government is now actively seeking foreign investment to build port infrastructure and to stimulate the shipping industry, including ship building.
Korean Register has been working to deliver statutory services for the Indian government since 2009. The classification society established an office in Mumbai office and has now successfully secured full authorisation to provide quality statutory services.
Welcoming the endorsement, Dr B S Park, Chairman & CEO of Korean Register said:
“We are delighted to receive the authorisation to deliver statutory services on behalf of the Indian government. We will endeavour to provide swift and efficient services to our clients and to raise the standards of maritime safety in all of their operations. We look forward to delivering high quality services and to supporting the growth of India’s maritime sector.”
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