CRS Class becomes St. Kitts and Nevis Recognized Organization

CRS (Capital Register of Shipping) has become the authorized Recognized Organization for St. Kitts and Nevis for conducting statutory certification of ships according to national and international regulations. This recognition allows CRS to carry out classification and certification services for vessels under the St. Kitts and Nevis Ship Registry, including offshore facilities.

CRS is a classification society that offers a comprehensive range of certification services related to technical standards, safety, and verification procedures. Their services cover various stages of a vessel’s lifecycle, from conception to decommissioning, and they provide constant monitoring throughout.

By classifying a vessel, CRS ensures that it complies with accepted national and international norms. While classification may not be mandatory for all vessel types, it demonstrates adherence to recognized standards and regulations.

Under the authorization from St. Kitts and Nevis, CRS is permitted to perform surveys and issue statutory certificates in various sectors. This includes certifications related to Load Line, Ballast Water Management, Tonnage, Ship Recycling, Antifouling, Maritime Labor, MARPOL, SOLAS, and other codes and conventions governed by the International Labor Office and the International Maritime Organization (IMO). CRS can also issue statutory certifications in compliance with St. Kitts and Nevis national regulations for non-conventional vessels.

St. Kitts and Nevis is known for its St. Kitts & Nevis International Ship Registry, which has been operational since 2005. It has registered a significant number of vessels and has a positive reputation for efficient and reliable services. The registry operates through a network of Maritime Registrars, providing local support and facilitating ship and mortgage registrations within clients’ time zones.

CRS, as a recognized maritime service provider, will work in collaboration with the St. Kitts and Nevis Ship Registry to offer comprehensive solutions to clients. Their services extend beyond vessels to floating facilities falling under the registry’s jurisdiction.

Overall, this recognition solidifies CRS’s role in providing classification services, statutory certifications, engineering solutions, audit services, and compliance solutions for the maritime industry, while also contributing to the offerings of the St. Kitts and Nevis Ship Registry.