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29 Jun Publication of the latest Rules and Guidance on our website

29 Jun On 29 June 2026, Technical Rules and Guidance were partly amended.

29 Jun Launch of Joint Research on Corrosion Rate Evaluation of Low-Temperature, Low-Pressure Liquefied CO₂ Cargo Tanks — Contributing to Enhanced Safety and Economic Efficiency of CCUS Value Chain through Rational Design and Maintenance Based on Corrosion Risk —

26 Jun Temporary Office Closure of Kaohsiung Office due to Typhoon (26 June)

24 Jun ClassNK receives authorization from French flag

29 Jun Launch of Joint Research on Corrosion Rate Evaluation of Low-Temperature, Low-Pressure Liquefied CO₂ Cargo Tanks — Contributing to Enhanced Safety and Economic Efficiency of CCUS Value Chain through Rational Design and Maintenance Based on Corrosion Risk —

24 Jun ClassNK receives authorization from French flag

15 Jun ClassNK launches the co‑creation digital marketplace “ClassNK Design Data Marketplace” - Promoting the utilization of design data in the maritime industry and supporting the expansion of collaboration opportunities among members -

29 May ClassNK releases PrimeShip‑HULL 2026.1 - introducing the evaluation function of CSR‑B&T; enhancing design and assessment efficiency through a unified interface and automation -

28 May ClassNK releases Guidelines for 3D Model-Based Approval and related drawing approval system - Commencing operation of next-generation approval processes ahead of industry adoption, contributing to enhancing efficiency in ship design -

29 Jun Publication of the latest Rules and Guidance on our website

02 Jun Released TEC-1377 "LRIT conformance test for Panamanian flagged ship"

29 May ClassNK releases “Guidelines for Onboard CO2 Capture and Storage Systems (Edition 2.1)”

25 May IMO MSC 111 – Preliminary Report

22 May Release of the “Guidelines for Automated/Autonomous Operation on ships (Ver. 2.1)”

29 Jun On 29 June 2026, Technical Rules and Guidance were partly amended.

26 Jun Temporary Office Closure of Kaohsiung Office due to Typhoon (26 June)

22 Jun Beware of Fraudulent Billings Impersonating a ClassNK Staff

12 Jun Office relocation: Jeddah Office, Saudi Arabia

01 Jun Registration of Type Certification for Small Wind Turbines updated (as of June. 1, 2026)