Classification Society Regulations
Korean Register to Inspect Ships with Drones
Ship classification society Korean Register (KR) is now conducting inspection services using drones, responding to the industry-wide trend to use more unmanned technology. Inspections are conducted onboard, in and around ships, and many of the inspected areas are high risk and difficult to access safely. As explained, the inspections will be carried out using drones…
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Equinor Brasil president wants an open gas market according to Quest Offshore
BRASILIA — Margaret Øvrum recalls that investment depends on viability, “With a monopoly, you do not get the right price.” Norwegian Equinor (formerly Statoil), the second largest oil and natural gas producer in the country, behind only Petrobras, is waiting for a new regulation of the gas market to expand its investments in Brazil. The president…
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