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Adapting to New Tides: The Evolving Maritime Landscape

With the offshore energy landscape continuously evolving, it is critical that operators remain at the forefront of changing regulatory practices. To ensure these codes of practice and industrial standards are adhered to within the maritime sector, marine warranty services are a critical component in ensuring projects are delivered safely and efficiently.

From quayside to subsea, Interocean Marine Services (Interocean) provides specialist services to the global offshore energy industry. Founded in 2007, Interocean leverages the advanced expertise of its team of mariners, naval architects and engineers to support oil majors, drilling contractors, wind farm operators and Tier 1 Renewable firms. With offices in the UK, Canada, Norway and the Middle East, Interocean’s diverse team provides the local knowledge required to ensure complete regulatory compliance anywhere in the world.

An evolving regulatory landscape

In July 2024, DNV announced new rules governing the classification of ships and offshore structures. Increasing support for decarbonisation technology and providing in-operation class notations, the new guidelines are set to provide more operational clarity when they are enforced in January 2025.

The new class notations cover gas fuelled hydrogen, onboard carbon capture and storage (OCCS), stability pontoons in heavy lift operations, and boil-off gas (BOG). New qualifiers will be introduced for additional fire safety for vessels transporting electrical vehicles, the transport of live fish, and a notation for hatchcoverless container ships which enables vessels to reduce investment in fire detection and fighting if there is no intention to transport combustible materials. New service notations will also be introduced for floating spaceports.

The maritime industry has seen significant advancement in recent years as service offerings and technology have evolved. Innovation has played a key role in helping companies like Interocean remain at the forefront of the sector, but the importance of regulations cannot be underestimated. Recently announced as one of the first companies to receive ABS and DNV approval for Ultrasonic Thickness Measurements (UTM) by use of drones on Mobile Offshore Units, Interocean is committed to driving safety and compliance from quayside to subsea.

Clyde Built, Warranty Assured

Headquartered in Glasgow, the world’s shipbuilding hub, Interocean’s foundations are backed by hundreds of years of maritime history. The term ‘Clyde Built’ is synonymous with quality and expertise, reflecting the centuries of industry advancement that have taken place since the city first made its mark on the shipbuilding industry in the 19th century. Following in the footsteps of the prestigious maritime companies that came before it, Interocean is committed to supplying the same world class services Glasgow’s maritime industry is hailed for.

Interocean has an extensive track record in delivering complex projects including mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU) relocations, high value cargo transportation, mooring installation, and walk-to-work solutions. For almost 20 years, Interocean has ensured that the interests of the insurance underwriters are represented and met while supporting and representing the interests of clients around the world.

Complementing its marine warranty and in-house survey and subsea services, Interocean provides bespoke solutions. Recently, Interocean has provided 24/7 vessel vetting and assurance to support a client’s worldwide fleet and spot hire plus vessel operations. Leveraging the expertise of its expert mariners, including a thorough understanding of Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems, the team provides round-the-clock support for vessel vetting. Utilising its technical expertise, the team also supports return-to-work processes, where an on-hire vessel may have experienced a technical issue during operations.

By reviewing the vessel’s Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Activity Specific Operating Guidelines (ASOG), and any other technical information, Interocean is able to advise on the best, and safest, procedure for the vessel to be operational again.

Interocean covers a full scope of maritime operations across the UK, Canada, Norway and the UAE, its global team delivers comprehensive project solutions, handling everything from planning, design, and installation to operational maintenance and decommissioning.

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