Press Release

Tokyo – Leading classification society ClassNK (Chairman and President: Noboru
Ueda) has announced the release of the latest versions of IACS Common Structural
Rules (CSR) structural assessment software.
The following software packages have been updated:


- PrimeShip-HULL(Rules)/CSR
PrimeShip-HULL(Rules)/CSR is software designed to perform structural
evaluations using the scantling formulae defined in the CSR. This software
possesses a number of powerful functions such as user friendly interfaces and result
displays. This software can be used for both bulk carriers and tankers.

- PrimeShip-HULL(DSA)/CSR
PrimeShip-HULL(DSA)/CSR is software designed to perform the direct calculations
defined in the CSR. Using FE models, users can easily execute complicated FEM
analyses through the use of special features like the automatic identification of
structural members and compartments. In addition, a function to help user navigate
the operation process is also provided.


Both packages have been updated to reflect feedback from the users of the software
to include new functions and strengthen existing features to improve usability, and
help make design work more efficient. ClassNK is constantly looking for new ways
to develop even better user-oriented software in the future.

These software products are provided free of charge to customers planning to
perform CSR structural assessments. Please contact our Hull Department or
Natural Resources and Energy Department if you wish to apply to use these
products.

For general enquiries, please contact

ClassNK Hull Rules Development Department
Tel: +81-3-5226-2180
Fax: +81-3-5226-2172
E-mail: dhd@classnk.or.jp

For new applications, please contact:

ClassNK Hull Department
Tel: +81-3-5226-2017, -2018
Fax: +81-3-5226-2019
E-mail: hld@classnk.or.jp

ClassNK Natural Resources and Energy Department
Tel: +81-3-5226-2042
Fax: +81-3-5226-2177
E-mail: ned@classnk.or.jp