China Classification Society

1956

Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Beijing, a full member of the International Association of Classification Societies
60

Accepted the government authorization of 60 major international shipping countries or regions
120+

More than 120 offices all over the world and continue to expand into new business areas

CCS Updates

: China Classification Society has issued a digital twin compliance certificate to the deepest water jacket in Asia

China Classification Society (CCS) recently issued a Digital Twin System Compliance Certificate to Haiji No.2, the deepest water jacket in Asia.
2025-08-22

: The 3D holographic projection new energy cruise ship "Starship Navigation" was successfully launched for the Pearl River Night cruise

On August 11, the Pearl River Night Cruise ship "Starship Navigation", which was built by Yinghui Southern Shipbuilding (Guangzhou Panyu) Co., Ltd. for Guangzhou Star Cruise Co., Ltd.
2025-08-22

How Marine Insurance Drives Shipping Decarbonization —Interview with Ms. Patrizia Kern-Ferretti, Chair of the Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance

In March 2025, the Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance released its third annual disclosure report, showcasing contributions from nine signatories and nine affiliate members across ten countries and reinforcing its leadership in supporting global shipping decarbonization.

2025-08-01

Unlocking the All-DC Future of Vessel Power Systems Interview with Professor Pietro Tricoli, University of Birmingham

As the global shipping industry seeks technological solutions amid decarbonization waves, an EU-funded pioneer initiative—ALL-DC-SHIPS is poised to reshape vessel power systems.

2025-08-01

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RULES FOR GREEN-ECO SHIPS CHANGE NOTICE Version 2025. RCN No.1: Download attachments

GUIDELINES FOR SAFETY OF LOCATIONS UNDER SURVEY 2025: Download attachments

Guidelines for Evaluation of Alternative Design of LNG Carrier Based on Risk Assessment 2025: Download attachments

RULES FOR CONSTRUCTION OF OCEAN-GOING FISHING VESSELS 2025: Download attachments

RULES FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SEA-GOING SHIPS ENGAGED ON DOMESTIC VOYAGES CCS RULE CHANGE NOTICE Version 2025. RCN No.1: Download attachments

RULES FOR CLASSIFICATION OF SEA-GOING STEEL SHIPS CCS RULE CHANGE NOTICE Version 2025. RCN No.2: Download attachments

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China Classification Society has issued a digital twin compliance certificate to the deepest water jacket in Asia

The 3D holographic projection new energy cruise ship "Starship Navigation" was successfully launched for the Pearl River Night cruise

How Marine Insurance Drives Shipping Decarbonization —Interview with Ms. Patrizia Kern-Ferretti, Chair of the Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance

Unlocking the All-DC Future of Vessel Power Systems Interview with Professor Pietro Tricoli, University of Birmingham

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