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American Bureau of Shipping

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American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is a global classification society providing technical services, certification, and advisory for marine and offshore assets. With over 5,000 employees, it focuses on safety, environmental protection, and performance across shipping, offshore energy (including offshore wind), and new energy technologies.

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Founded 1862
Classification SocietyAdvisor

Strategic Overview

  • Leading the maritime industry's decarbonization efforts through new classification rules and advisory services for alternative fuels and energy efficiency.
  • Significant focus on supporting the growth of the offshore wind sector, including floating offshore wind technologies.
  • Investing in digital solutions, remote survey capabilities, and cybersecurity to enhance safety and operational efficiency in marine and offshore operations.
  • Committed to advancing safety and environmental protection standards for complex infrastructure projects globally.

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Investment Focus

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Key People

Christopher J. Wiernicki
Chairman, President & CEO
Arun Sharma
Executive Vice President, Chief Digital Officer
Matt Tremblay
Senior Vice President, Global Offshore
John McDonald
Senior Vice President, Global Business Development

Track Record

162
Years Active
Notable projects: Pioneering classification for floating offshore wind installations, Development of standards for alternative marine fuels (e.g., ammonia, hydrogen), Certification and advisory for autonomous and digitally integrated shipping, Risk and compliance services for offshore oil & gas and renewable energy projects

Detailed Analysis

Sectors
TransportEnergy TransitionDigital/TelecomUtilitiesPorts
Technologies
Offshore WindGreen HydrogenBattery StorageTransmission
Geographies
North AmericaWestern EuropeAsia PacificMiddle EastLatin AmericaAfricaUKAustralia/NZNordics

Subsidiaries

ABS Group

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