Classification society ABS opens Korea Energy Technology Centre
Classification society ABS officially opened its Korea Energy Technology Centre in Busan last week, Seatrade Asia online reports.
The centre, ABS’ first global energy centre, will focus on areas will including offshore surface and subsea systems, oil and gas exploration and production, LNG technology, renewable energy development, alternative fuels and environmental efficiency.
The opening on 19 October was attended by Christopher Wiernicki, president of ABS and senior officials from the Korean shipbuilding and shipping sector.
“Korea’s yards are at the forefront of the global shipbuilding industry, and I believe the vision and initiative that have made Korea a leader in the marine industry can be similarly applied in other areas of specialization. ABS wants to join its resources with the drive, energy and technical capabilities of the Korean people,” Wiernicki said.
