SYNOPSIS

Classification societies are essential to establish and apply technical standards in relation to the design, construction and survey of marine related facilities which not only cover ships but also offshore structures. Classification addresses the life cycle of a ship or offshore unit from design to decommissioning. Only classification societies are able to class ships and other marine structures, while machinery and equipment certificates may be issued by class or other organizations and even by the manufacturer of the certified product.

This talk will explain the importance of classification, origin, societies and procedures. I will cover from the review, surveys and acceptance into classification, including the regulatory conventions.


BIODATA OF SPEAKER

Ir. Mohamad Razali bin Mokhtar currently holds the position of Country Manager for American Bureau of Shipping’s Malaysia and Brunei branch. Prior to this he held the position of Senior Surveyor at ABS Johor and ABS Kuala Lumpur. A marine engineer by training, he holds Bachelor of Science degree from Maine Maritime Academy, Maine, U.S.A graduated in 1987. He is a 20-year veteran of ABS and began his career as a surveyor. Prior to joining ABS, he served the Royal Malaysian Navy for 10 years and held various engineering and staff officer positions onboard naval ships and base units.

He is a member of the Institution of Engineers and as well as a registered Professional Engineer with the Board of Engineers Malaysia.