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Delivering life cycle classification and technical advisory services to the offshore energy industry.

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Supporting governments around the globe with classification and technical advisory services.

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ABS and Greece

Leading safety and innovation in the Hellenic Maritime Community.

Working closely with our clients, ABS develops solutions and services that directly respond to the complex technical, operational and regulatory challenges the maritime industy faces today. Together Toward Tomorrow.

The ABS Hellenic story is about growth and creating value for our clients.

ABS and Greek shipping have a track record of success for more than three-quarters of a century and today, through investments in Greece and Greek talent, ABS has built a reputation as the leading classification society in Greece. The ABS Athens office is home to an experienced shipping team and technology experts including engineers, surveyors, and specialists in digital, data and the new technologies that are reshaping the maritime industry. Our commitment to Greece and to service excellence for our Greek clients has fostered trust and built mutual success.

ABS and the Greek shipping industry are working together toward tomorrow.

"The Greek shipping industry is a key hub in the global energy transition and ABS is devoted to supporting our clients in Greece and beyond by pioneering new sustainability strategies and services from right here in Athens. Our local teams are well-equipped to tackle the unique regulatory and technological challenges facing Greek shipowners and operators. Educating the next generation of Greek mariners is essential to maintaining Greece’s place as a leader in the global maritime industry. The ABS Academy in Athens leverages our global technology leadership and experience to bring unparalleled educational opportunities to Greek maritime crews."

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ABS Vice President Regional Business Development, Greece

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For more than 150 years, ABS classification services have been at the forefront of maritime safety. Today the ABS Rules and Guides incorporate knowledge gathered through more than a century and a half of operation.

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We are leading the maritime industry in comprehensive decarbonization and sustainability solutions. Our technical knowledge paired with our solutions help shipowners adhere to and stay ahead of rapidly evolving environmental regulations.

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Global Ship Systems Center

The Global Ship Systems Center (GSSC) is a premier technology department with expertise in engineering disciplines in a wide range of marine services. Aligned with leading universities and research centers, it offers research and development capabilities that address today’s challenges by leveraging advanced technologies.

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Condition Assessment Program

The ABS Condition Assessment Program (CAP) allows you to demonstrate the reliability of your aging fleet and increase your commercial earning potential.

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