Malta is the world’s sixth largest flag and the largest in Europe with a total registered tonnage of 72.1 mill gt.
This year, IRClass has earned several authorisations from various flags worldwide, including US Coast Guard, Latvia, Antigua & Barbuda, Thailand and Bangladesh.
In addition, IRClass has set up offices in Malta & Istanbul adding to its offices already established in London, Piraeus and a representative office in Cyprus.
IRClass said that it had taken several vessels from European owners into class this year. It has also enjoyed an overall growth, due to an increase in new construction surveys, ship’s audits (DOC, ISM, ISPS and MLC), and also an increase in marine component inspection business for new construction projects.
PK Mishra, vice president and regional manager – Europe and Americas, said: “Following the EU recognition received last year, IRClass has been growing from strength to strength in Europe. We are looking to further enhance our reach within Europe to provide prompt, efficient, value-added services and winning the confidence of European shipowners.”