Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass), a leading classification society, is boosting its presence in South-East Asia with the opening of a new office in Malaysia. The move is part of its efforts to become a global classification society, a step taken after receiving recognition from the European Union.
IRClass, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS), has just gained authorisation as a Recognised Organisation (RO) from Thailand. It has also strengthened its presence further with the opening of an office in Malaysia after establishing its Hong Kong office last year.
Singapore is the regional headquarters for ASEAN and IRClass uses its base in the Lion City to coordinate its expansion into the region. It is aiming to get RO status from key ASEAN countries.
The Managing Director of IRClass, Mr Suresh Sinha, said: “Singapore is globally recognised as a leading international shipping hub and it is our regional headquarters for the ASEAN region.”
He added: “With a greater presence in the South-East Asia region, IRClass will be better positioned to offer its wide range of services and this would enable IRClass a close proximity to national administrations, shipowners, shipyards and other stakeholders in the region.”
To further solidify its presence in South-East Asia, IRClass aims to establish offices in Indonesia and the Philippines in the near future, as well as obtain RO recognition from these countries.[/vc_column_text]
