The UK-headquartered classification society Lloyd’s Register (LR) has unpacked new wind propulsion and ergonomics rules to support the maritime industry’s decarbonization efforts and improved onboard safety.
As disclosed, the changes put in place classification requirements for wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS) and ergonomic designs, introducing two brand-new notations for WAPS and WAPS* as well as the EASE notation for ergonomic access. The existing RIGGING notation definition has reportedly also been adjusted.