Innovation Endorsement Approach

As companies pursue ESG management and the SDGs to realise a sustainable society, various innovations have been vital to resolve challenges. ClassNK offers its “Innovation Endorsement (IE) Approach” as a framework to support innovative initiatives through third-party certification. The basic concept of IE is introduced below

ClassNK Innovation Endorsement pic

Background

IE is ClassNK’s initiative as a third-party certification body to create new value based on "Third party certification/ evaluation/ rating", and it is one of the three business pillars on which "ClassNK Digital Grand Design 2030"*1 (announced in February 2020) is based. It has described the future shape required to a class society in the digital society.

(*1) Related press release: "ClassNK develops its Digital Grand Design 2030”

Policy

The principle policy of IE is as follows

  • Speed-focused: As innovation progresses rapidly, ClassNK focuses on the speed to fully follow its pace, establish evaluation technologies as a third party, and then certify such innovation.
  • Cooperation with front runners: Since a clear evaluation standard is unlikely to have yet been established for innovative technologies, ClassNK examines and develops evaluation standards in collaboration with pioneering front runners.
  • Certification expected by customers and society: In response to the expansion of the scope of innovative initiatives, the scope and target of certification will be also expanded based on customer needs and social conditions.

Scope of certification

The scope of IE covers four categories: Digital*2, Environment, Safety, and Labour. In addition, "Yours" demonstrates ClassNK's commitment to work to meet any needs of customers and society.

(*2) IE was launched focusing on digital innovation in July 2020.

Target of certification

IE covers three categories as the target of certification: Ships, Products & Solutions, and Providers.

  • Notation: For ships, notations such as "DSS"*3, "a-EA"*4 ,”a-SAFE”*5, and “ELW”*6 indicating advanced initiatives related to the digitalisation, environment, safety, and living and working environment on board have been incorporated to the ship, are added to its class certificate and support the enhancement of ship's value.
  • P&S certification: For products and solutions (P&S), ClassNK examines and verifies their innovative functions based on our knowledge and experience as a third-party certification body and issue certificates for supporting the deployment of products and services.
  • Provider certification: For organisations (providers) engaging in innovative initiatives, ClassNK provides flexible supports from the early stage with three levels of certification, (1) Conception (Class C), (2) Development (Class D), and (3) Sustainable implementation (Class S).

ClassNK is committed to contributing to the sustainable evolution of maritime and offshore business activities by actively supporting innovative technologies through IE, and monitoring to innovation trends, and continuing its Innovation ecosystem to respond quickly to customers’ advanced initiatives.

(*3) DSS: Abbreviation for Digital Smart Ship. Refer to ClassNK’s Guidelines for Digital Smart Ship.
(*4) a-EA: Abbreviation for Advanced Environmental Awareness. Refer to Chapter 5 of ClassNK’s Environmental Guidelines
(*5) a-SAFE: Abbreviation for Advanced Safety. Refer to ClassNK’s Guidelines for Advanced Safety Measures.
(*6) ELW: Abbreviation for Excellent Living and Working Environment. Refer to ClassNK’s Guidelines for Excellent Living and Working Environment.

Endorsement Achievement (As of 26th Nov. 2024)

  • IE Notation: 129 vessels are assigned IE Notation. Details are as follows. (Including withdrawn ships)
  • DSS : 110 vessels are assigned DSS Notation. Details are as follows.
  • DSS(EE) :12 DSS(EE2) :76 DSS(MM):21 DSS(SM):43
    DSS(RCSM):2 DSS(CNS):101 DSS(HM):1 DSS(ESM):4
  • a-EA: 7 vessels are assigned a-EA Notation. Details are as follows.
  • a-EA(ESA):4 a-EA(SCELL):1 a-EA(GRS):2
  • a-Safe; 2 vessels are assigned a-SAFE Notation. Details are as follows.
  • a-SAFE(CRI):2 a-SAFE(XRD):2
  • ELW; 10 vessels are assigned ELW Notation. Details are as follows.
  • ELW(FP) : 7 ELW(HP) : 3

    Note: Meaning of sign is as follows.

    DSS(EE):Energy Efficiency
    DSS(MM):Machinery Monitoring
    DSS(SM):Shore Monitoring
    DSS(RCSM):Refrigerated Cargo Shore Monitoring
    DSS(CNS): Connected Ship
    DSS(HM):Hull Monitoring
    DSS(ESM):Emission Shore Monitoring
    a-EA(ESA):Energy Saving Additives
    a-EA(SCELL): Solar Cell
    a-EA(GRS): Green Steel
    a-SAFE(CRI): Collision Risk Indication System
    a-SAFE (XRD): Extended Reality Display System
    ELW(FP): Freshness Preservation
    ELW(HP): Hydroponics

  • P&S Certification: 53
    Please find following link for detail of certification
    Achievement of P&S Certification
  • Provider Certification: 6
    Please find following link for certifying company/organization.
    Certifing company/organization information

IE Certified logo

IE Certified logo is provided to certified products/solution and company/organization.

IE certification logo

For inquiries and applications, please contact

Digital Transformation Center, ClassNK

Tel: +81-3-5226-2738 (main)
Fax: +81-3-5226-2056
e-mail: dxc@classnk.or.jp

Achievement of P&S Certification Detail

No. Company Name of Product/Solution Overview Link
1 Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) Kawasaki Integrated Maritime Solutions This system is DSS (CNS, EE) compliant, and an advanced solution equipped with automatic collection and transmission status monitoring of ship's operation data via satellite communication, and statistical / analysis function of various data. https://www.classnk.or.jp/
hp/en/hp_news.aspx?
id=5705&type=press_release&layout=1
2 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. SOPass (Ship Operation and Performance analysis support system) It is a ship operation management system which provides visual representations of operational status information, carries out various type of performance analysis, and offers LNG cargo management optimization features.  
3 Sunflame Co., Ltd. Sunflame Smart Support System Sunflame Smart Support System has the functions of automatic data arrangement of sonboard equipment: data collection, file conversion, file sending, and data storage. The collected data is sent to shore to monitor and analyze its performance. As feedback, the analysis report is automatically sent to clients to raise awareness of the hazard besides a periodic report as well as informing clients of the maintenance time, operation plan for trouble prevention, and fuel efficiency. http://sunflame.net/
4 Alpha Ori Technologies Pte. LTD., SMARTShip – Asset AI Plus AssetAI monitors the condition of machineries, detects anomalies and degradation, and proposes maintenance tasks and overhaul plans based on its condition. AI prediction using machine learning algorithms prevents failures and reduces equipment downtime.CIM is a business support service for shipowners and charterers who are obligated to compile and report CO2 and CII emissions from their fleet. We provide our specialized report template, collect voyage data, and confirm the contents with the ship. Company Site: 
https://www.alphaori.sg/

Product:
https://www.alphaori.sg/
products/smartship/
#applications
5 Weathernews Inc. Carbon Intensity Monitoring (CIM) Service CIM is a business support service for shipowners and charterers who are obligated to compile and report CO2 and CII emissions from their fleet. We provide our specialized report template, collect voyage data, and confirm the contents with the ship.  
6 NIHON SHIPYARD CO., LTD. Sea-Navi®2.0s Sea-NaviⓇ2.0 is a voyage support integrated platform for safe operation and environmental-friendly operation of vessels. We provide weather routing (optimal routing support) application and various data monitoring/analysis functions using big data collected from vessels. https://www.nsyc.co.jp/
7 SEAHARMONY LP SEAWALKER web platform “SEAWALKER” software platform provide remote support capability connected with remote devices. SEAWALKER provides remote communication and interaction in the following, but not limited situations: Troubleshooting and fault findings, Emergency response Service, Remote Surveys, Training, Inspecting industrial assets before consignment to clients, Supervising, Remote ship’s inspection, Energy efficiency audits, Routine maintenance and etc. Other services can be provided by third party experts. Smart Glass capabilities connected with SEAWALKER software platform which allows hands-free in a complete freedom and safety. It allows a field technician to receive audio/video streaming support from remote experts (and vice versa) , via a secure and reliable network or satellite connection. Usage of SEAWALKER software platform reduces travel cost and reduce CO2 emissions. https://seaharmony.io/
seawalker/
8 Marine Net CO., LTD MN-Station To concretely practice training, maintenance, and IT equipment monitoring after the formulation of a vessel's cyber security management system a subscription service that provides core units & systems https://marine-net.co.jp/
business/management/
mn-station/
9 U-Ming Marine TRANSPROT CORP. Fleet Safety Management System Fleet Safety management (FSM) is a near real-time safety monitoring system that can provide the Master with the ability to monitor the ship's safety while away from the bridge, reducing the chance of sailing accidents. In addition, the shore management can also receive the same information to assist the Master in maintaining the ship's safety and help the Master solve the problem in time to avoid another significant accident. https://www.uming.com.tw/
10 NAPA Ltd NAPA Performance Monitoring & Optimization Complete package for ship operations planning and analysis onboard and ashore. High-frequency voyage data feeds into comprehensive analytics tools to help control ship performance. The adaptive dynamic performance model integrates with voyage and trim optimization for accurate voyage estimates. The solution helps save emissions, time, and money while improving safety and situational awareness. https://www.napa.fi/
software-and-services/ship-operations/
classnk-napa-green/
11 NAPA Ltd NAPA Fleet Intelligence NAPA Fleet Intelligence is a user-friendly cloud-based solution for improving ship efficiency and safety. It combines open data and actual performance data collected from vessels, integrating with any reporting tool you use. Choose from various modules to match your needs, such as technical performance monitoring, analysis of charter party compliance, or weather routing for optimized voyages. https://www.napa.fi/
software-and-services/ship-operations/
napa-fleet-intelligence/
12 DENBA Japan Corporation DENBA+Marine DENBA+ Marine” is an innovative device which creates a space of electric potential by emitting extremely low frequent electromagnetic wave from its electrical discharge mats. It resonates the water molecules in the food and thus activating the cells of the fresh provisions and keeping their freshness longer than usual. Installing DENBA+ Marine in chamber of the vessels contributes to SDGs by reducing food loss and improving crews’ food environment, Company Site:
http://www.denba.co.jp

Product:
http://www.denba.co.jp/
index.php?c=content
&a=list&catid=427
13 Marlink SAS CyberGuard Threat Detection Marlink’s CyberGuard service correlates the network traffic sent from and received by the vessel with multiple Cyber Security sources to detect cyber security threats. Customers view detected threats, Key Performance Indicators (KPI) on the cyber risk of each vessel and other reports in the online CyberGuard Portal and can activate alerts by E-Mail or by API. Each threat is assigned an urgency level based on the danger and the criticality of the onboard vessel network. To remediate a detected threat, countermeasures can be implemented directly in the CyberGuard Portal which then apply to the onboard network device. Company Site: 
www.marlink.com

Product:
https://marlink.com/
solutions/cyber-security/
14 FURUNO Electric Co., Ltd. FURUNO Open Platform FURUNO Open Platform (FOP) is a data collection system that supports ship operation in an integrated manner between ship and onshore. FOP unit installed onboard collects ship’s data and deliver it to the FOP server onshore via VSAT or other communication system. The user is enabled to monitor ship’s status and condition via the FOP viewer on shore. FOP viewer has capability of providing alert notice function and data link with other system flexibly, in accordance with customer`s request. Please feel free to contact to us. https://www.furuno.com/
jp/marine-dx/data/
#Accumulation
15 Innospec Fuel Specialties Octamar Combusion Catalst series - Octamar Ultra HF, Octmar Complete, Octamar F35C Octamar is a fuel technology that is a combination of combustion/soot catalyst, combustion improver and stabilizer/dispersant. This creates a threefold effect on combustion catalysis, ignition improvement, homogenization and better atomization/spray pattern achieving improvement in fuel economy and reduced unburnt fuel in exhaust, soot, PAH, post combustion fouling, black smoke, black carbon and other emissions. The success of this work has been patented and the products’ performance trialled on field trials on various ship types, test bed engines and in fuel laboratories. https://www.octamar.info/
16 Aidea Inc. Aisea PRO “Aisea PRO" shares AIS information, camera images, engine data, and other data surrounding ships in real time between ships and shore via the Aisea platform. It realizes the digitization of business operations, the improvement of safety by utilizing accumulated operational status data, linkage with external systems, and paperless operations https://aisea.net
17 FURUNO Electric Co., Ltd. AR Navigation System AR Navigation System is our all-new advanced augmented reality navigation system that provides substantial support to navigation. Thanks to a camera, an image of the front view projects on a display and the navigation information is superimposed over this live video imagery. Even in adverse weather or visibility conditions, you can clearly view other vessels' routes and critical information, as well as own ship data, allowing you stress-free maneuvering and navigation. https://www.furuno.com/
special/en/envision/
18 FURUNO Electric Co., Ltd. 3D Bird View System The 3D Bird View System (3DBV) receives information around the own vessel from the electronic chart system (ECS, ECDIS), the Radar, and the AIS. The navigation data is expressed on a three-dimensional virtual reality space. This supports the user's spatial awareness ability. The 3DBV displays the collision risk area from a bird’s-eye view. The collision risk area indicates the risk area of collision between the own vessel and the other vessels. https://www.furuno.com/
en/marine-dx/autonomous/
#9raOkJgx6S/
19 Japan Radio Co.,Ltd. J-Marine Cloud J-Marine Cloud provides advanced vessel management and operational support solutions for onshore fleet managers. And also, this service provides a variety of services to vessels, such as meteorological and oceanographic information and optimal route support services, to boost on-board decision-making capabilities of vessels. https://www.jmarinecloud.com/eng/
20 GILLS PTE LTD GILLS(Gas Injected Liquid Lubrication System) The Gills Unit of the GILLS System is a device for Ultra Fine Microbubble generation. Different to conventional ways of microbubble generation, the GILLS System reduces frictional resistance, thereby reducing power requirements. GILLS achieves the reduction of drag by generating Ultra-Fine Microbubble (peak dia 1.0mm) by applying the physical phenomena Kelvin-Helmholtz Instability (KHI). The Microbubbles are released as soon as generated. The Microbubbles stay in the water a long time and form a cloud with hull-tightening force on it. Any ship that goes through the cloud, the hull drag is being reduced by hull-tightening Microbubbles. www.gills.sg
21 Tokusyu Kousyo Gijutsu Society Tokusyu Kousyo Gijutsu Tokusyu Kousyo Gijutsu is a technology that allows technicians to work safely at heights without using temporary scaffolds or heavy machinery by using ropes, lanyards, and other special equipment to prevent falls in difficult-to-access areas. https://tkgs.or.jp/
22 Port-IT Vanir Port-ITs Vanir is the first ever all-in-one security solution tailored to fit the needs of the maritime market. Especially designed to be used onboard vessels, Vanir will secure your network and computers with its mixture of a vessels next generation Firewall (UTM) and their well know Endpoint Security powered by Gartner recognized ESET engines. All settings can be handled via the Port-IT Portal from shore and serve you with comprehensive logging and reports to keep you up-to-date of your vessels it and cyber security. https://www.port-it.nl/
cybersecurity-solutions/vanir/
23 Groke Technilogies Groke Pro Groke Pro is a product designed to enhance situational awareness for crew members on board a vessel. It aims to support navigation and reduce cognitive stress by providing real-time information about the vessel's surroundings. The product features two main views: a real-time video feed from a camera installed on the vessel, which highlights other vessels and sea marks in the camera's field of view with indicators, and a map view that shows the area of operation and any detected and tracked objects on top of the map. This allows crew members to quickly and easily identify potential hazards or other vessels in the area. Groke Pro is intended to work in conjunction with statutory navigation systems and visual lookout to provide a complete picture of the vessel's surroundings. https://www.groke-tech.com/
en/products
24 FURUNO Electric Co., Ltd. HermAce Remote Monitoring &Troubleshooting Platform HermAce is an innovative remote monitoring tool that aims to monitor the operational status of marine electronic products in real time, anytime, anywhere. Various data collected on board can be viewed from land by accessing a dedicated web portal and using real-time data enable to reduce the time required for engineers to visit ships and their time during VDR/S-VDR annual performance test and reduce labor costs. https://www.furuno.com/
en/merchant/hermace/
25 BEMAC Corporation MaSSA-One MaSSA-One is a ship support solution consisting of (1) a shipboard/onshore data platform and (2) an application layer. By collecting and accumulating all kinds of data on board and monitoring them with MaSSA Insight, it is possible to improve operational efficiency and provide support in case of trouble. The system can also be linked to external systems via API to flexibly respond to the use of data on ships. https://www.massa-one.com/english/
26 TERASAKI ELECTRIC CO., LTD. TERASAKI Marine Information Platform TMIP(TERASAKI Marine Information Platform) is an onboard data collection device that collects and stores data by connecting with monitoring systems such as TERANET50X manufactured by our company and other onboard equipment, and can be used with various devices and applications. It is possible to share. https://www.terasaki.co.jp/
english/business/ship/tmip.html
27 JSAT MOBILE Communications Inc. Fleet Secure Endpoint/FSE With Fleet Secure Endpoint we’re pioneering more than just an off-the-shelf IT anti-virus solution. We’re offering continuous protection of all online endpoints on your vessel’s network with web content filtering blocking malicious traffic whether it’s incoming or outgoing. Defend every single potential vulnerability across the vast network of your vessel from threat regardless of origin. Whether from a computer, crew laptop, USB or onboard sensor, our Fleet Secure Endpoint will automatically monitor, identify and block any trace of infection. https://www.inmarsat.com/en/
solutions-services/maritime/
services/fleet-secure.html
28 Bearing, Inc. Bearing CII Optimizer Part pf Bearing AI’s Decision Engine platform for the maritime industry, Bearing AI’s CII Optimization tool helps companies make data-driven operational and commercial decisions to manage and optimize for the CII regulation. https://bearing.ai/
29 FURUNO Electric Co., Ltd. Berthing Aid System The Berthing Aid System measures and displays the distance and the angle relative to the quay. And, the Berthing Aid System supports maneuvering at berthing, reducinges the time of berthing and preventings the collision accidents. The Berthing Aid System with a camera and LiDARs are installed on the ship. The Berthing Aid System displays the predicted velocity and angle at the contact in case there will be a danger of contact with the quay, and also diplays the hull movement relative to the quay in a top view. https://www.furuno.com/
en/marine-dx/autonomous/
30 Mitsui O.S.K.Lines,Ltd. / MIURA CO.,LTD. CYCLONE TYPE MICROPLASTIC COLLECTION DEVICE HQ efficiently collects MPs by centrifugally separating MPs in the vessel’s seawater line with a cyclone separator. It can now collect MPs at all times from the seawater line without blocking the vessel’s piping. Since the treated seawater can be returned to the raw water line, there is almost no effect on the existing system. HQ contributes to marine environment conservation and aims to create an environmentally friendly society while promoting sustainability. https://www.miuraz.co.jp/
product/marine/hq.html
31 Blue Visby Services Ltd. Blue Visby Solution The Blue Visby Solution is a neutral, independent, and collaborative technological and contractual platform for reducing shipping GHG emissions by through eradicating the practice of “Sail Fast, Then Wait”. It comprised an algorithm, an operational system, a sharing mechanism, and a contractual architecture. The Blue Visby Solution combines technology with two of the maritime industry’s most remarkable and enduring features: the inter-connectedness of stakeholders through agreements they freely enter into under English law, and long-standing traditions of collaboration in the face of common threats. https://bluevisby.com/
how-does-it-work/
32 TOKYO KEIKI INC. Autopilot PR-9000/PR-6000 The product has a specific feature known as ACE:Advanced Control for Ecology that automatically creates a straight route and implement the best rudder control to make it possible for a vessel to sail the most efficient and safest route only by setting the ship's current position and the heading of a destination, in contrast with the convention heading control system which may cause a cross track error as influenced by crosswise disturbances and then make course changing repeatedly to compensate the heading error. ACE constantly estimates disturbances (tidal current, wind) and calculates the the cross track distance to control the rudder optimally and enables a vessel to keep on the straight route. With the shortest efficient navigation to the destination as kept in the disturbance compensated condition it contributes to fuel saving and safety navigation. https://www.tokyokeiki.jp/e/
products/detail.html?pdid=273
33 Cydome Security LTD. Cydome Everlight Cydome is the world's most advanced built-for-maritime cyber security and risk management solution. Its award-winning, maritime-certified product takes away the cyber complexity, protecting all IT, OT and communications assets in real-time across each vessel and entire fleets. It uses advanced AI trained with maritime data for unmatched detection accuracy of asset, network and communication anomalies and threats, and with ""zero-touch"" automated operation and ability to send alerts only on threats that require immediate attention, it is especially suitable for marine environments. https://cydome.io/
34 MarinePALS(a unit of Maritime Knowledge Ltd.) MarinePALS-Digital Learning Management System (DLMS Ship Hub) 1)A comprehensive Digital Learning Management System platform, consisting of a categorized library of Educational Videos, Games, VR programs tailored for seafarers, vessel managers, port state inspectors, and Flag or Class surveyors.
2) The games and the immersive virtual reality application are based on actual shipboard situations.
3) A mentoring platform that allows maritime professionals of all ranks to connect with experienced industry mentors.
4) Digital Training Record books with detailed training content for each task.
5) Hosting of SMS and STCW pre-joining briefings as well as a survey module allowing the company to involve and seek the opinion of seafarers in real time.
https://www.marinepals.com/
35 Smart Ship Hub Digital Pte. Ltd Smart Ship © Hub Smart Ship © Hub is a multi-tenant digital platform as a SaaS that integrates high frequency machinery data together with legacy data, video feeds and proprietary algorithms for optimization of port to port logistics process including:
1) Condition and health monitoring of the machinery,
2) Pattern recognition of the machinery to determine “Remaining useful life-RUL”,
3) Predictive diagnostics, deviation analysis and RUL,
4) Voyage performance analysis with weather impact and ETA planning,
5) Hull performance analysis for hull cleaning, load on the engine and its effect on fuel consumption
6) The capability corresponding to the “DSS(EE, MM, CNS, SM)” notations
https://smartshiphub.com
36 DeepSea Technologies Cassandra Cassandra is DeepSea AI's technical fleet optimisation tool that visualises the key indicators of a vessel's state and performance through strong AI algorithms. It is a powerful tool that enables its users to gain valuable insights into each vessel's performance and provides performance teams with the tools to make major vessel improvements by assessing per-voyage and overall CII, understanding vessel performance under any weather conditions, and managing fouling. This allows companies to keep their fleets within their expected limits and optimise their efficiency in terms of time and cost. https://deepsea.ai/cassandra/
37 iO3 Pte Ltd V.Pay V.Pay Online On-Voyage revolutionizes connectivity for crew members, providing vital internet access while they're onboard vessels. This innovative service grants crew members unparalleled freedom to browse the web and engage in social interactions from their Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones, even while navigating the seas. With V.Pay's intuitive interface, crew members can seamlessly access a user-friendly portal to manage their data usage, monitor online activities, and efficiently budget their time spent online. This streamlined experience enhances convenience and empowers crew members to stay connected and productive throughout their voyages. https://io3.sg/v-pay/
38 iO3 Pte Ltd V.Sight V.Sihgt Camera Surveillance solution revolutionizes maritime security through the power of AI-driven video analytics. By effectively identifying blind spots and isolated areas, it significantly reduces the risk of stowaways or unauthorized access. This comprehensive surveillance system offers robust control over critical areas, ensuring enhanced security measures. Real-time alerts, generated by AI video analytics detections, further bolster safety, security, and operational awareness. Additionally, live-streaming capabilities to onshore dashboards and cloud-based historical video storage grant immediate access to crucial information. This seamless integration enhances response capabilities and operational efficiency, ultimately elevating the overall security posture of maritime environments. https://io3.sg/v-sight/
39 iO3 Pte Ltd V.Sion V.Sion Smart Glasses offer a comprehensive digital solution that supports onsite personnel through innovative AR technology. These smart glasses facilitate real-time video calls, conferencing, and live-streaming for expert guidance, maintenance, inspections, and supervision. Enhanced features like remote collaboration with video annotation and desktop sharing foster seamless communication, enabling multi-party expert guidance. By leveraging these advanced technologies, vessel operations are streamlined, efficiency is improved, and immediate access to expertise is ensured, leading to accurate and swift task completion. https://io3.sg/v-sion/
40 Mitsui O.S.K Lines, Ltd. FOCUS(Fleet Optimal Control Unified System) Web application that enables precise performance analysis based on naval architecture, and real-time visualization of the operation status of machinery utilizing the knowledge of MOL's experienced seafarers.By utilizing various navigation and machinery data collected at high frequency from the vessel in operation, it realizes further enhancement of safe operation and reduction of GHG emission. https://www.mol.co.jp/en/
pr/2024/24038.html
41 Mitsui O.S.K Lines, Ltd. Sustainable Seafaring, Wellness Living This is a concept for seafarers' living quarters to realize seafarers' wellbeing. By improving the basic living environment onboard and establishing a new third place "IKOI", a place of relaxation that is neither a cabin nor a workplace, we create an environment where each individual can work vibrantly and maximize their overall capabilities. https://www.mol.co.jp/en/
pr/2024/24038.html
42 Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Mitsui O.S.K Lines, Ltd.
MOL Ship Management Co., Ltd.
Wall Climbing Robot This robot features a unique wheel mechanism that allows for high mobility over curved surfaces and uneven terrain. It can move to high places that were previously difficult to access for humans or robots, enabling the capture of clear images and precise thickness measurements. Leveraging these capabilities, it contributes to reducing safety risks and scaffolding costs associated with high and confined spaces during ship inspections. https://www.shi.co.jp/english/
info/2024/6kgpsq0000003j7u.html


https://www.mol.co.jp/pr/
2024/24047.html
43 CHUGOKU MARINE PAINTS, LTD. CMP-MAP(Estimation of vessel performance based on effect of hull roughness and biofouling) Hull roughness measurement by 3D Hull Roughness Analyzer, Friction Increase Rate (FIR) estimation using FIR theory and roughness parameters. Estimation of life cycle ship performance and CII rating based on the FIR values and average speed loss taking into account biofouling using the "PIR Simulator". https://www.cmp-chugoku.com/global/
research-development/coating-tech/CMP-MAP.html
44 CHUGOKU MARINE PAINTS, LTD. CMP-MAP( Performance and operational profile analysis solutions) "Performance and operational profile analysis solutions" based on on-board monitoring data or AIS data visualizes the antifouling performance by performance analysis and fouling risk by operational profile analysis. Those analysis suggest antifouling paint suited to the operational profile of each vessel. CMP providing those services as a Solution Provider (SP) of IoS-OP. https://www.cmp-chugoku.com/global/
research-development/coating-tech/CMP-MAP.html
45 MIURA CO.,LTD. “i-MITEC” Ship IoT Application “i-MITEC” uses a cloud-based environment to provide a range of services,collecting and storing operation data from equipment such as marine auxiliary boilers and ballast water management systems that are fitted with communication functionality. The stored data can be used in combination with analysis by MIURA field engineers to provide suggestions for effective operational methods that prevent trouble and save fuel, improving the safety and economy of our customers’ equipment. https://www.miuraz.co.jp/product
/marine/i_mitec.html
46 Navarino Infinity Infinity is the most advanced maritime bandwidth network management and optimization solution that can be used on ships equipped with any type of satellite communications systems including, but not limited to, Starlink, Fleet Broadband or VSAT systems (Ka, Ku or C‐band). Infinity offers a rich portfolio of functionalities including virtualization, high availability, cloud-on-board and numerous other features designed specifically for the maritime sector. https://navarino.co.uk
/infinity-solution/
47 Navarino Angel Angel is the first cyber security service designed and developed to meet the unique and diverse requirements of the merchant marine sector. It secures a vessel’s business, IoT and crew networks by providing oversight, security threat alerting and control of the vessel’s entire network. The system’s core component is Juniper’s Unified Threat Management platform which works through Infinity to separate business, IoT and crew traffic, providing separate secure network traffic flows. https://navarino.co.uk/angel/
48 Navarino Spectrum Spectrum is a set of tools and processes designed to cater the needs of maritime IT managers for remote monitoring, maintenance and management of the IT infrastructure onboard vessels, including network devices, operating systems, applications and security measures. Spectrum is easily deployed and in combination with Infinity, creates a complete IT suite, maximizing efficiency, increasing security, producing cost efficiencies and optimizing business processes onboard and onshore. https://navarino.co.uk/spectrum/
49 ASAHI KASEI ENGINEERING CORPORATION V-MO (Vessel Vibration Visualization Monitor) V-MO is designed to automatically collect and analyze vibration sensor data installed on motors in ships and display the equipment’s status clearly, making it for users to notice abnormalities in the equipment. https://www.asahi-kasei.co.jp/
aec-mkt/v-mo/en/
50 Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies Ship Energy Effiency Monitoring System (SEEMS) SEEMS, an indigenous and cost-effective solution, was conceptualized, designed, built, and deployed by SIMS in collaboration with group companies viz Executive Ship Management and Arc Marine, Singapore. The system is a unique fusion of hardware and sophisticated software algorithms that aims to maximize onboard energy efficiency.With its six unique objectives, SEEMS is the only solution capable of identifying and addressing all major fuel loss areas onboard a vessel. SEEMS delivers real-time data through an intuitively designed dashboard, offering operators critical insights into the ship's operational and maintenance parameters. This allows for timely decision-making to enhance fuel efficiency and ensure minimal CO2 emissions per ton-mile of cargo transported. www.samundra.com
https://www.samundra.com/spirit/
Samundra%20Spirit%20issue%2067.pdf
51 KAGOO CO., LTD. MAREWA-SYSTEM The MAREWA-SYSTEM provides next-generation ship engine operation for safety and efficiency. The Data collected from instruments installed on the ship allows real-time monitoring of the ship's engine conditions at sea, directly from your office. https://www.kg3.jp/kagoodock/
lp-marewa-en/
52 Roxtec Internatioal AB Roxtec Transit Operate™ This system enables complete control, documentation and tracking of all cable and pipe transits through the entire lifecycle of vessels and offshore units. This supports to maintain a very high safety level of the assets. All relevant information on each transit installation is available in the system and possible to share it efficiently with team members, suppliers, and class surveyors. https://www.roxtec.com/en/software/
roxtec-transit-operate/
53 FINDi Co., Ltd. FF Virtual FF Virtual is a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) training simulator for professionals who practice underwater infrastructure inspection. Simulates not only basic piloting but also actual field challenges such as relying on an acoustic imaging sonar map in turbid water conditions or entanglement of the tether cable. www.findi.co.jp/en/

Achievement of Providers Certification Detail

No. Company Class Overview of innovation activity
1 TSUNEISHI FACILITIES & CRAFT CO., LTD. The value engineering and innovation activities for a zero-emissions and hydrogen society. Topics | ClassNK - English
2 Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha Marine Group The organizational management system of innovation activities that contribute to improvement of the safety of ships in operation by utilizing the ship IoT data management system and human resources. Topics | ClassNK - English
3 ”K"Line Wind Service, LTD. C The activities to create a new service business in the field of offshore wind power supporting business as a platform for the Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Group. Topics | ClassNK - English
4 FUKUJIN KISEN CO., LTD. C The activities to realize a company that pursues a new style of ship management by leveraging digitalization and to provide rewarding and comfortable work environment for employees and seafarers based on ESG principles. Topics | ClassNK - English