Introduction

Dedicated to safe ships and clean seas, IACS makes a unique contribution to maritime safety and regulation through technical support, compliance verification and research and development. More than 90% of the world's cargo carrying tonnage is covered by the classification design, construction and through-life compliance Rules and standards set by the thirteen Member Societies of IACS.

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For more information

Classification Societies - What, Why and How?

Classification Societies - Key Role

Charter and Annexes 2009 Rev.2

Class symbols

IACS OSH Policy