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- (2025-IMO-17) Amendments to Pilot Transfer Arrangement Requirements Entering into Force on 1 January 2028.
- Notice for Establishment to the KR Technical Rules(Guidance for Approval of Additive Manufacturing(3D Printing))
- New SOLAS regulation II-1/3-13 lifting appliance and anchor handling winch on 1st January 2026.
- (2025-ETC-03) Development of Polar Code Implementation Guide and Support Program
- (2025-IMO-17) Amendments to Pilot Transfer Arrangement Requirements Entering into Force on 1 January 2028.
- Notice for Establishment to the KR Technical Rules(Guidance for Approval of Additive Manufacturing(3D Printing))
- New SOLAS regulation II-1/3-13 lifting appliance and anchor handling winch on 1st January 2026.
- (2025-ETC-03) Development of Polar Code Implementation Guide and Support Program
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- (2025-IMO-17) Amendments to Pilot Transfer Arrangement Requirements Entering into Force on 1 January 2028.
- Notice for Establishment to the KR Technical Rules(Guidance for Approval of Additive Manufacturing(3D Printing))
- New SOLAS regulation II-1/3-13 lifting appliance and anchor handling winch on 1st January 2026.
- (2025-ETC-03) Development of Polar Code Implementation Guide and Support Program
The 36th Regular Seminar on ISM, ISPS, MLC, and PSC (Statutory System Certification Team) KR held the 36th regular seminar on ISM/ISPS/MLC and PSC at its headquarters in Busan on December 22, 2025. The event brought together approximately 150 safety, quality, and marine personnel from domestic shipping companies to discuss effective management strategies for the upcoming year. The seminar focused on enhancing understanding of government policies for 2026 and strengthening response capabilities for Port State Control (PSC) inspections.
- Updated mandatory regulations of ‘Standards for Safety and Health and Prevention of Accidents on Ship’ (Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries) - PSC trends and practical on-site response strategies - Latest updates on international maritime conventions - Key revisions to ‘Guidance for Convention Audit’ |
(Convention & Legislation Service Team) Technical Seminar on IGC Code Amendments for HD Hyundai Samho
KR held a specialized technical seminar for HD Hyundai Samho regarding the upcoming amendments to the International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code), set to take effect on 1 July 2028.
Despite the amendments being in the stage prior to final adoption by the IMO, KR proactively analyzed the key changes to provide customers with preemptive information. This initiative was designed to support clients in timely decision-making for future design and construction phases, while further enhancing technical trust and customer satisfaction.
- Date & Format: 9 December 2025 (Tue), 14:00–16:30 / Live video conference
- Key Participants: 25 personnel from HD Hyundai Samho
- Key Presentation Topics:
- Background of the IGC Code amendments and implementation timeline
- Detailed analysis of major amendments, effects, and response strategies
(Geoje Branch Office) Kick-off Meeting for 15 MW Class WTIV Project with Hanwha Ocean
KR’s Geoje Branch Office and Hanwha Ocean’s Energy Plant Unit held a kick-off meeting on 23 December 2025, for the construction of a 15 MW Class Wind Turbine Installation Vessel (WTIV).
The meeting provided an opportunity to build mutual trust and address operational concerns. Both parties committed to close cooperation to ensure the project's successful completion.
- Date & Location: 23 December 2025 (Tue) / Hanwha Ocean Geoje Shipyard
- Vessel Specifications & Construction Schedule:
- Gross Tonnage (GT) : 31,400 GT
- Delivery (DL): 31 May 2028
(Pohang Branch Office) Technical Seminar for Dongsung Shipbuilding
KR’s Pohang Branch Office hosted a technical seminar for Dongsung Shipbuilding, a key local client, to enhance quality for Tugboat newbuilding projects. The session provided practical solutions to minimize errors in critical testing phases.
1) Date & Location: 9 December 2025 (Tue) / Dongsung Shipbuilding
2) Key Presentation Topics:
- Analysis of error factors in inclining test and suggested mitigation plan
- General guidelines for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) plans.
- Standard procedures for inclining test & lightweight calculation test.
