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International Naval Surveys Bureau

WE HAVE A MISSION. AND A VISION TOO. FOR SAFER ROUTES. A CLEANER MARINE WORLD. FOR A SUSTAINABLE MARITIME DEVELOPMENT.

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About INSB

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Our Mission

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Our Expertise

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Main Services

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Ship Classification

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Performance with purpose

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Statutory Work

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INSB Locations

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Marine Solutions

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Highlights

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ABOUT INSB

INSB HEAD OFFICE - EXTERIOR VIEW- CLOSE UP

WE ARE INSB CLASS SOCIETY TAKE A CLOSER LOOK

“International Naval Surveys Bureau” (or simply known as INSB) is a Greek non governmental ships classification society activated in the international maritime industry.

During our 35 years of evolving presence and experience, we have been promoting ship safety standards by providing customers with reliable technical services for their ships and marine installations, while cost leadership and quality compliance are embedded in every aspect of our operations.

Through a sound organizational structure and technically competent manpower, INSB Class is gaining worldwide confidence by all major maritime stakeholders.

INSB Head Office is located at 8 Kantharou & Sachtouri street, 185 37 Piraeus, Greece and operates internationally via a well structured expanding network: 

in 50 countries

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with 6 regional offices

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60 field stations 200 ship surveyors & auditors supported by professional staff,

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able to respond timely & effectively , in Europe, Asia, Africa & the Americas – wherever ships are being built, repaired or operated.

INSB Class aims to be a preferred global technical provider of risk management solutions, enhance its customers quality orientation, environmental & business performance.

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YOUR FUTURE IS OUR FUTURE TOO. AND KEEPING IT SAFE, IS WHAT INSB IS ALL ABOUT. SERIOUSLY SAFE.

Safety for life and property at sea, quality, sustainability and immense responsibility for environmental protection are the bedrock of our corporate mission.

Based upon the very same principals and ethics as enrooted by its founders, back in 1977, INSB experts and staff have shared values for uncompromising quality, sustainable growth and result orientation under the awareness that the success of our customers will favor ours.

INSB aims to be the preferred global provider of risk management solutions and actively contribute to innovative ship safety principles for a safer maritime world.

From the early stages of new building to the systematic survey and certification, we have the know­how and resources that makes sense to your company and your vessels. Our committed professionals provide decisive support and assistance from the critical design phase, during construction and throughout the entire service life of your fleet.

We continuously refine our ship classification, verification and statutory certification services, so you can focus on other important stuff.

Like assembling your weekly sailing plan.

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TECHNICAL RELIABILITY? SHIP CLASSIFICATION CHALLENGES? INSB EXPERTISE. FOR 35 YEARS NOW.

INSB belongs to the leading non­iacs ship classification societies. For over 34 years, INSB has constantly evolved and has what it takes to rightfully distinguish itself as a class society of choice: Our Greek origin & roots, our developed resources, our experience and capabilities, our norms and standards, our independency and responsiveness, the network of our professionals, our collective strengths as well as our attained international acceptance and recognition.

Elements that define INSBʹs watermarked history and commitment for safety. Elements aligned with our corporate mission:

for the safeguarding of human life and property at sea and for the prevention of environmental pollution.

INSB business deliverables and technical services satisfy internationally recognized safety and quality standards, IMO Conventions, national requirements and general EU criteria.

Highlights of how our ship care system and our ship classification services gain customer confidence worldwide.

Evidence of how our services can be applied towards your vessels technical integrity and fleet optimization.

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EFFICIENT & IMPARTIAL. TRUSTED & RECOGNISED. DISCOVER THE INSB IMPRINT.

As an international classification society, INSB is well regarded as a highly reliable, competent and trustworthy provider within the maritime industry. INSB Class services aim for the safety of life at sea, property and for the protection of the vital marine environment.

INSB Class ­ Main Services  ship classification surveys for new constructions and fleet in service  statutory surveys and certification on behalf of Flag States based on the international conventions,

codes and national regulations as well as on INSBʹs own Rules & Regulations  plan appraisal and engineering studies  assessment and certification of safety management systems under the ISM/ISPS Codes  assessment and certification under the MLC 2006  technical interpretation and consultancy services  surveys of damage , modification or repairs verifications

INSB deliverables are to ensure that irrespective to your fleet configuration or trading pattern, applicable safety standards are met and maintained.

Our activities are supported by the expertise and resources developed over 34 years in offering survey & classification services via highly trained surveyors, auditors and experts who apply their decisive experience and knowledge for improving ship safety standards and creation of sound operational reliability and endurance.

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FROM GENERAL CARGOES TO BULK CARRIERS. FROM CONTAINER VSLS TO TANKERS & RO-ROs. INSB CLASS AN OPEN SEA PARTNERSHIP

VARIOUS SHIP TYPES. DIFFERENT NEEDS. A TRUSTED PARTNER. INSB classification services include new building, ships in operation as well as materials, systems and components. INSB classification scheme and ship care system is to ensure that your vessels continue to maintain compliance with international safety regulations and meet challenging certification demands, worldwide.

SHIP CLASSIFICATION RELATED ACTIVITIES  Survey & classification of ships and offshore structures  Survey & Inspection of ships and related installations for maintenance of class  Inspection, testing and Type Approval of equipment, material and appliances

NEW BUILDINGS SUPERVISION Surveys & supervision on site for ships during construction is a most valuable dexterity one can anticipate by a ship classification society of choice. INSB has supervised the construction of an expanding number of vessels of various types and sizes (all stages) and which have been satisfactorily and timely delivered, while other projects are on­going.

In a new building project, INSB proceeds to:  Reviewing of all class­relevant design documentation, calculations and drawings  Design approval, survey, certification of materials and equipment  Supervision of the vesselʹs construction on site  Witnessing of functional tests, including dock and sea trials  Issuance of ship Classification and statutory certificates, certificates of compliance and initial surveys on behalf of intented flag state This is to verify compliance with INSB Rules and to ensure that Classification requirements are met and complied with for shipʹs intended service.

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OPERATING CHALLENGES & RISKS. TIGHT SCHEDULES & COMMITMENTS. INSB- LOYAL TO OPERATIONAL SAFETY.

We appreciate that operating safety and reliability of your fleet are vital to your everyday marine commitments.

INSBʹs loyalty to operational safety is eminent as we work to identify & manage potential risks to achieve improved ship safety and compliancy throughout vessels demanding lifecycle.

We are conscious for operationally sound vessels that perform best in an uninterrupted manner. Thus, we strive for vessels continued technical integrity and fleet optimization by means of regular ship survey program and technical assessments.

We respect tight shipping schedules and by being available 24/7 we focus on our high responsiveness and technical expertise that can make a difference to you and your classed fleet.

We constantly monitor ship safety legislative updates in the international maritime front to ensure early incorporation of latest trends and changes so as to ensure that INSB classed fleet meet such requirements.

INSB rules, norms and standards encompass internationally accepted ship classification and safety criteria; fulfill ship safety requirements for a consistent fleet with reliable operating performance round the clock.

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Greece (for types of vessels subject to national legislation) St. Vincent & the Grenadines Panama Belize Cook Islands Commonwealth of Dominica Nigeria Union of Comoros Honduras The Kingdom of Cambodia Madagascar Lebanon Syria Belarus Togo Equatorial Guinea The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Cape Verde Republic of Guinea Sudan Kiribati Moldova Jamaica Kenya *additional recognitions are currently ongoing

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STATUTORY WORK. OUR FLAGGING GEAR. INSB AN EXPANDING VALUE..

INSB STATUTORY SERVICES INSB has been authorized by an extended number of Flag Administrations to act on their behalf to conduct surveys and issue certification in accordance with the international conventions and codes, as well as with national requirements pertaining to ship safety and for the prevention of marine pollution.

CONFORMANCE WITH STATUTORY RELATED REQUIREMENTS INSB Class performs surveying and certification activities directly relevant to the major international conventions and codes including:  International Convention on Load Lines (LL)  International Convention for the Safety if Life at Sea (SOLAS)  International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)  International Convention on Tonnage Measurement (TONNAGE)  International Safety Management Code (ISM Code)  International Ship & Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code)  International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti­fouling Systems on Ships (AFS)  International Convention on Ballast Water Management Plan (BWMP)  Maritime Labor Convention 2006 (MLC 2006)  International Code of Safety for High­Speed Craft (HSC Code)  International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) INSB Class has been approved as a ship classification society by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for purposes of 46 U.S.C. 3316 (c)(1), in reflection of our commitment to achieve ever­higher standards. INSB classed vessels freely operate in the United States waters, on the same basis with IACS classed fleet.

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INSB Head Office: 8 Kantharou & Sachtouri 185 37, Piraeus Greece T: +30 210 4184172, 4532529, 4537993 F: +30 210 4184282 E: insb@hol.gr website: www.insb.gr

INSB main stations worldwide

INSB AMERICAS- LATIN AMERICA Ricardo J. Alfaro Avenue, El Dorado, 16 West Street, Office 16, Po Box 0830-00968, Panama City, Republic of Panama T: +507 279 1474 E: americas@insbamericas.com, latintech@insbamericas.com

INSB CYRPUS 258 Leontiou A Street, Universal Building, 4th Floor, Suite A, 3020 Limassol, P.O. Box 56889-3310, Cyprus T: +357 25 870448, 870449 E: info@insb-cy.com

INSB NORTH WEST EUROPE bvba The Lofthouse, Oude Leeuwenrui, 7-11, Bus 13 B-2000 Antwerp, Belgium T: +32 3 225 0128 E: info@insb-nw-europe.com

INSB ARGENTINA Avda, Pte. Gral. Julio A. Roca 610 - 4th Floor Dept. "C" - (C1067abo) Ciudad Autonoma De Buenos Aires, Argentina T: +54 11 5235 5423 E: issb@issb-ar.com

INSB INDONESIA Ji. Teratai I No.7, Sunter 2, Rt 01/14, Rawa Badak Utara, Jakarta 14230, Indonesia T: +62 21 4392 1149, 8128 9238674 E: doniarsal.nurdin@insb-indonesia.com

INSB SOUTH PACIFIC LTD Po Box 3014, Shortland Street, Auckland 1140, New Zealand T: +64 9 444 6873, 214 83725 E: kaz@insbsouthpacific.com

INSB BRASIL 03 Venezuela Avenue, 11th Floor - Suite 1111, Saude - (20081-311), Rio De Janeiro, Brasil T: +55 21 2253 4918, 2233 3353 E: issb@ertach.com.ar

INSB MEA SAL El Zalka, President Amine Gemayel Str., White Building 2nd Floor, P.o. Box 185 Antelias -Beirut , Lebanon T: +961 4 715928 +961 47 10246 E: administration@zervosshipping.com website: www.insb-mea.com

INSB BULGARIA LTD 11 Vazrazhdane Street, Bourgas 8000, Bulgaria T: +359 56 879040,879050 E: office@insb-bulgaria.com website: www.insb-bulgaria.com

INSB NIGERIA LTD 8 Liverpool Road, Gra Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria T: +234 1 7367265 , 7741189 E: survey@insb-nigeria.com website: www.insb-nigeria.com

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INSB NORDIC AB Kofferdigatan SE 602 28 Norrkoping, Sweden T: +46 11 287830 E: mail@insb.se website: www.insb.se

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INSB TURKEY Guzelyali Mah. Sahilyolu Bulvari Mine Sok. N:3 D:2 Pendik/Istanbul, Turkey T: +902 16 4945012 E: insb@insb.com.tr INSB UKRAINE 1, Odesskaya Sq., Kherson 73010, Ukraine T: +380 55 2421540, 2421540 E: office@insb.org.ua INSB UNITED KINGDOM 56 Holland Park Road, West Kensington, London W14 8lz, United Kingdom T: +442 07 6038520 E: elsmore@elsmoreshipping.com

IT'S VERSATILE. IT'S DYNAMIC. IT'S GROWING AND RESPONSIVE. IT'S INSB WORLD- YOUR PEOPLE TOO.

Our people have an understanding of your service expectations, your regionʹs conditions and prevailing regulations you anticipate from a reliable maritime partner.

We are positioned to closely monitor developments in the industry and the local markets by expanding our local presence and service points.

Headquartered in Piraeus, Greece and backed by an expanding number of regional offices and field survey offices in all major ports worldwide, contact and service performance has never been easier.

Building on INSBʹs marine competence, experience and international presence, we help add value to your business almost anywhere in the world.

ADDITIONAL INSB SERVICE LOCATIONS Jordan Argentina Kenya Australia Korea Republic Bangladesh Madagascar Canada Morocco China Monaco Ecuador Pakistan Egypt Panama France Portugal Ghana Romania India Russia Italy Saudi Arabia Japan

Senegal Singapore Slovenia South Africa Spain Sudan Syria Taiwan Togo Tunisia UAE Venezuela

MARINE SERVICES. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & EXPERT ADVICE. INSB CLASS-MORE TO EXPLORE.

Thanks to the experience and technical knowledge acquired in years of surveying and certification, INSB can offer the maritime industry a range of technical assistance.

As part of its services, INSB performs drawings reviews, approvals and engineering studies, necessitated for accepting and maintaining vessels in its classed register, including: SHIP RELATED APPRAISALS

TECHNICAL SERVICES

 Damage assessments & condition surveys  Survey for fitness for towage  Layup and re­activation surveys  Pre and post repair inspections  Consultation services regarding ships and offshore units installations  Draught surveys  Cargo Gear surveys

 Design & strength assessments  Assignment of load limits for cargo handling appliances

COMPLIANCE REVIEW

 Stability and loading manuals

 Drawings and specifications

 Intact and damage stability analysis

 Independent systems

 Appraisal of grain loading & stability calculations

 Optimization services

 Freeboards Assignments & Tonnage measurement and certification  Carriage of bulk noxious substances

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WHY INSB. COMMITMENT FOR SAFETY. REASONS TO WORK WITH INSB CLASS 

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Offering specialized competencies.

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Speeding up our key operational procedures to achieve further efficiency.

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Strengthening the INSB technical presence in growing markets.

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Continuously improve INSB performance in Port state control ensuring quality recognition of the classed fleet.

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Compliance with Underwriters criteria and insurance policies

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Updated enforcement of Safety Regulations & Codes

International acceptability & recognition.

Conformance with Statutory related requirements

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Reduced response times while ensuring optimum and reliable performance of our services.

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Maintain structural & mechanical efficiency

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We carry 35 years of developed dynamics and potentials.

Ensuring quality growth for the classed fleet.

WE HAVE THE GREEK TRADITION WE ARE A GREEK SOCIETY WE ARE INSB CLASS

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Head Office: 8 Kantharou & Sachtouri 185 37, Piraeus Greece T: +30 210 4184172 +30 210 4532529 +30 210 4537993 F: +30 210 4184282 E: insb@hol.gr Website: www.insb.gr