ABS Recognized for Marine Environmental Stewardship

Recognizing ABS’s Leadership in Sustainability

The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has been honored with the Maritime Industry Award by the North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA). This prestigious award recognizes ABS’s dedication to protecting the environment and its leadership in promoting sustainable maritime practices. The award was presented at a special gala dinner during NAMEPA’s annual conference in New York. This event brought together industry experts to discuss solutions for today’s environmental challenges in the maritime sector.

Roy Bleiberg, Vice President of Regional Business Development at ABS, accepted the award on behalf of the organization. During his speech, Bleiberg emphasized how important safety and environmental responsibility are to ABS’s mission. He said, “This award proves our strong commitment to safety in the maritime industry.” He also highlighted the shared goals of ABS and NAMEPA: protecting the environment while ensuring safe and efficient maritime operations.

ABS’s Long-Standing Commitment to the Environment

For many years, ABS has been a leader in developing innovative solutions that make the maritime industry safer and greener. By using its technical knowledge, ABS helps companies meet strict environmental regulations. Its work includes reducing carbon emissions, promoting sustainable fuels, and supporting the creation of Green Shipping Corridors—safe and environmentally friendly sea routes.

ABS is also working closely with key organizations like the Maritime Nuclear Application Group (MNAG) and the Blue Sky Maritime Coalition to create future fuels that will power cleaner, greener ships. These partnerships are vital as the maritime industry moves toward a more sustainable future.

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Innovating for a Better Tomorrow

The recognition from NAMEPA highlights ABS’s innovative work in marine technology. At NAMEPA’s recent Marine Environment Protection Conference, Gareth Burton, Senior Vice President of Global Engineering at ABS, spoke about “Next-Gen Marine Technology.” His presentation showcased ABS’s advancements in marine engineering, which are crucial for reducing the industry’s environmental impact.

Carleen Lyden Walker, Co-Founder and CEO of NAMEPA, praised ABS for its continuous efforts in solving the industry’s biggest challenges. She acknowledged ABS’s leadership in decarbonization and its ongoing work with future fuels, saying, “ABS is setting the standard for a greener maritime future.”

Leading the Way in Maritime Sustainability

ABS’s work goes beyond innovation—it sets a global example for the maritime industry. The organization focuses on safety, quality, and sustainability across the marine, energy, and government sectors. Through collaboration with industry partners, ABS is helping to shape a more sustainable future for shipping.

As the maritime industry evolves, ABS continues to lead by example, developing cutting-edge solutions that benefit the entire sector. Its work on environmental protection, future fuels, and sustainable shipping corridors shows a commitment that will inspire the industry for years to come.

Conclusion
The Maritime Industry Award from NAMEPA is a well-deserved recognition of ABS’s dedication to protecting the planet. With its focus on sustainability, ABS is not only improving its own operations but also influencing the future of global maritime practices.