KR Webzine Vol.136

KR has launched a new remote survey service for those of the classification society’s vessels engaged in international - ocean going - voyages.  The scope of the remote survey is limited to classification surveys.

A remote survey is a method of conducting a survey through bidirectional communication with a vessel involving receiving photographs, video content and digital images from ship. This means that a KR remote survey can be conducted anywhere in the world – without requiring a surveyor’s attendance on board.  

KR will offer its eligible clients several types of remote survey including; a Continuous Machinery Survey (CMS), a three-month extension to a propeller shaft and stern tube shaft survey, a three-month extension for a boiler survey (only in exceptional circumstances), a minor damage survey (if approved by the flag administration), and an outstanding COC (Condition of Class) survey (which confirms repair deficiencies and/or corrective actions).

There may be restrictions, however. For example, statutory surveys conducted on behalf of flag administrations are excluded from the scope of the remote survey. And passenger ships, submersibles, nuclear ships, hydrofoils, air cushion vessels or high-speed crafts cannot apply for a remote survey.  These vessels will still be assessed by a surveyor attending in person.

Jeong-kie Lee, CEO and Chairman of Korean Register says: “As part of the industrial revolution 4.0, we are constantly reviewing our technologies to see what we can streamline with the help of improved internet connectivity around the world. This will be a clear benefit to our customers without compromising standards in any way.”

KR’s clients can easily arrange a KR Remote Survey through KR e-Fleet.