by PhD Eng. George Balan, Head of Shipbuilding Supervision and Plan Approval, Bluestone Group

As hybrid propulsion, alternative fuels, and high-voltage systems move from concept to commercial construction, newbuild supervision is becoming a frontline decarbonisation discipline.

Decisions made during construction are already determining future compliance costs, retrofit feasibility, and vessel value - and reversing them is more expensive than most owners appreciate. Download PDF