Mokpo Branch Office Holds Bespoke Technical Seminar for KMTC Newbuilding Project

On July 3, KR Mokpo Branch Office held a bespoke technical seminar at the KR site conference room in HD Hyundai Samho to support the successful construction of the "KMTC 8,700 TEU Container Carrier Project."

This seminar was organized for the supervisory personnel of the KMTC newbuilding project currently underway at HD Hyundai Samho, aiming to share key technical issues and recent trends in maritime regulations that may arise during construction.

The event was attended by key personnel, including President Lee Jin-wook and Executive Director Woo Young-oh of KMTC SM—who are overseeing the project—demonstrating the shipping company's strong interest in the project.

During the seminar, presentations were delivered on:

• Key Precautions in Newbuilding Construction Analyzed through PSC Deficiency Statements and Maritime Accident Cases (Principal Surveyor Shin Yong-ju)
• Recent Amendments to International Conventions (Head of Mokpo Branch Office Jang Jae-sik)

Participants had time to share potential risk factors in actual vessel operations, proactive response measures, and recent regulatory changes.

President Lee Jin-wook of KMTC SM expressed gratitude for KR's support and high satisfaction with the provision of relevant information, enabling proactive responses from the construction stage to potential issues such as PSC and maritime accidents.

KR Mokpo Branch Office plans to strengthen field-oriented technical support based on close communication with customers and continue efforts to ensure the successful execution of newbuilding projects and improve customer satisfaction.

Ulsan Branch Office Holds Bespoke Technical Seminar on CCS for HD Hyundai Heavy Industries QM Personnel

On July 8, KR Ulsan Branch Office and the Gas Carrier Survey & Technology Team held a bespoke technical seminar for Quality Management (QM) personnel in charge of Cargo Containment Systems (CCS: MARK III, KC-2B) at Conference Room 1, 3rd Floor, Production Technology Building 2, Shipbuilding Division, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.

This seminar was designed to share major CCS-related issues and improvements identified in operating vessels and to support the enhancement of quality management capabilities during the newbuilding process.

Thirteen representatives from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries attended the seminar, which covered two main topics:

• Operating Vessel MARK III Secondary Barrier Defect Issues
• Operating Vessel Revised MARK III Secondary Barrier Tightness Test

In particular, the Revised MARK III Secondary Barrier Tightness Test drew high interest as it also applies equally to the KC-2B developed by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.

Despite the highly specialized nature of operating vessel damage cases, CCS structures, and defects, the attending QM personnel actively participated in the training and enhanced their understanding of the technology through Q&A sessions.

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries attendees expressed high satisfaction with the training content and extended their thanks to KR for providing practical and useful field information.

KR Ulsan Branch Office and the Gas Carrier Survey & Technology Team plan to expand technical exchanges with customers and contribute to quality improvement in the shipbuilding industry and safe vessel construction through specialized field support.

China Regional Office Conducts 'ISM Auditor Training'… Strengthening Global Audit Competency and Inter-Branch Networks

From July 24 to 31, the China Regional Headquarters conducted a six-day 'ISM Auditor Training' organized by the Training Team.

A total of 13 surveyors, including one surveyor from the Ho Chi Minh Branch Office, attended the training. Participants deepened their understanding of the ISM Code and shared practical experience and know-how by presenting various audit cases from each branch office.

The training received enthusiastic responses as it was structured around practical content directly applicable to on-site audits at Chinese shipyards and shipping companies. Through this course, trainees enhanced their expertise in ISM audits and established a foundation for inter-branch cooperation.

China Regional Headquarters plans to continue conducting local training to strengthen the capabilities of local surveyors overseas and enhance KR's global competitiveness.

Taipei Branch Office Holds Bespoke Technical Seminar for LSA & FFA Specialized Suppliers.

On July 27, KR Taipei Branch Office held a bespoke technical seminar for KR-approved Life-Saving Appliances (LSA) and Fire-Fighting Appliances (FFA) specialized suppliers in Taiwan.

This seminar aimed to share key Port State Control (PSC) deficiency cases related to LSA and FFA occurring from the second half of 2025 to the first half of 2026, prevent recurrence, and foster technical exchange for survey quality improvement.

The seminar took place in the first conference room of FINE OCEAN and the conference room of SUN SHINE, attended by representatives from three specialized supplier companies: the Technical Manager and five staff members from FINE OCEAN, the Technical Director and nine staff members from SUN SHINE, and the CEO and one staff member from TAI SHIANG.

Lee Jeong-hoon, Head of Taipei Branch Office, delivered presentations on:

• Key PSC Detention Deficiency Cases Related to LSA and FFA
• Improvement Directions through Actual Case Analysis
• Opinion Exchange and Preventive Measures among Related Companies

There are three KR-approved SE specialized suppliers in Taiwan. Following the attendance of two companies at the first LSA/FFA PSC seminar in the first half of 2025, all three companies participated this year, broadening the scope of technical exchange. This was the result of continuous information sharing based on PSC NEWS materials regularly distributed by the Survey Work Team at headquarters.

Participants shared field issues and improvement plans based on actual PSC cases, enhancing technical understanding between specialized suppliers and KR surveyors. Such exchanges are expected to build closer cooperative relationships in future survey fields.

KR Taipei Branch Office plans to continue contributing to survey quality enhancement and a safe maritime environment through ongoing technical exchanges with customers and industry stakeholders.

Mokpo Branch Office & Gas Carrier Survey & Technology Team Hold Bespoke Technical Seminar on CCS for HD Hyundai Samho QM Personnel

On July 29, KR Mokpo Branch Office and the Gas Carrier Survey & Technology Team held a bespoke technical seminar for design and Quality Management (QM) personnel related to CCS at the 3rd Floor Conference Room of the Support Building in HD Hyundai Samho.

This seminar was arranged to share damage cases and improvement technologies for CCS on operating vessels and support the enhancement of quality management capabilities during the gas carrier construction process.

Thirty design and QM representatives from HD Hyundai Samho attended the seminar, which featured presentations on:

• Operating Vessel MARK III Secondary Barrier Defect Issues
• Operating Vessel Revised MARK III Secondary Barrier Tightness Test

The Revised MARK III Secondary Barrier Tightness Test drew significant attention as it is equally applicable to the KC-2B developed by HD Hyundai.

Attending QM personnel actively participated in the training despite the technical complexity of CCS structures and defects, deepening their technical understanding through a dynamic Q&A session.

HD Hyundai Samho attendees expressed high satisfaction with the training and thanked KR for sharing the latest technical information and practical application methods regarding CCS.

KR Mokpo Branch Office and the Gas Carrier Survey & Technology Team plan to continuously expand technical exchanges with customers and contribute to gas carrier quality improvement and safe vessel construction through specialized field support.

Statutory System Certification Team Holds Safety Management Council for Domestic Shipping Companies

On July 30, the KR Convention & Audit Team held the "5th Safety Management Council of 2026" for domestic small and medium-sized shipping companies at the conference room of KR Busan Branch Office.

This council was organized to share recent maritime regulations and PSC trends with shipping company safety managers and discuss ways to improve safety management systems.

The event was attended by 30 Designated Persons Ashore (DPA) and safety management staff from 21 domestic small and medium-sized shipping companies, including major representatives from Wilhelmsen Ship Management Korea, Korea Ship Managers, Shinsung Shipping, Heung-A Marine, and Gana Marine.

The council featured presentations on:

• Amendments Regarding Enclosed Space Entry Onboard Vessels (MSC Res.581(110)) (Senior Surveyor Kang Hyun-seok)
• ISM/MLC/ISPS Audit Case Analysis through Recent PSC Trends and Deficiency Cases (Principal Surveyor Kim Seo-yul)
• Improvement Plans for Company Safety Management Systems and Q&A (Team Manager Jun Hwan-sung)

Participants shared recent regulatory changes and actual audit cases, discussed directions for improving safety management systems, and spent meaningful time seeking practical response measures applicable in the field.

The KR Convention & Audit Team will continue providing the latest audit-related information to prevent PSC detentions of small and medium-sized shipping companies and actively reflect customer feedback to improve satisfaction and audit quality.

Tokyo Branch Office Holds Bespoke Technical Seminar for Santoku Senpaku

On August 4, KR Tokyo Branch Office, in cooperation with the Technical Division, held a bespoke technical seminar for Santoku Senpaku Co., Ltd. in Osaka, Japan.

As the application of LNG-fueled ships and eco-friendly vessel technologies expands, this seminar was organized to support the shipping company's vessel management capabilities and share the latest technical information and international regulatory trends.

Around 30 attendees—including the Head of the Ship Management Division, superintendents from the Technical and Marine Affairs Departments—participated in the seminar. Presentations covered:

• PCTC LNG Fuel Gas Systems
• Survey and Audit Requirements for Vessels Applying the IGF Code
• Maritime EV Fire Safety Technology and Regulatory Trends

Santoku Senpaku recently took delivery of six PCTC vessels built at Xiamen and Fujian Mawei shipyards in China and is currently operating them, four of which are registered with KR. Furthermore, the company is promoting direct management of these vessels to enhance its ship management capabilities.

Accordingly, KR Tokyo Branch Office selected highly practical topics reflecting the company's technical needs and provided field-oriented information on LNG fuel systems, related regulations, and the latest safety technologies.

Participants expressed high satisfaction, noting that the technical information and field experience shared by KR would significantly aid in improving their future ship management capabilities.

KR Tokyo Branch Office plans to expand customized technical exchanges and contribute to maritime technology advancement and customer competitiveness through close cooperation with shipping companies.