Gl Class Notations Table

List of - Characters of Classification and - Notations with - Explanations and - Underlying Rules Hamburg, Februar 2008

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Table of Contents

Note: All Characters of Classification and all Notations are linked via a single mouse-click with the corresponding brief description. Character of Classification, Page Notation

………………………………….….…. 12 (Inland Navigation Vessel) ……..… 29 (Navy) ……………………………… 37 …………………………………….….. 12 (Inland Navigation Vessel)…………. 29 (Navy) ……………………………… 37

……………………………………….. 12 (Inland Navigation Vessel)……….. 29

………………………………….….…. 12 (Navy) ……………………………... 37 ………………………………………… 13 (Navy) ……………………………… 37 ……………………………………..…. 13 (Navy) ………………………..……… 37 100A5 ………………………………..... 35 MC Y …………………………………... 35

(-) ………………………………………... 30 100A5 …………………………………... 12 100Ap ………………………………….. 29 100Np …………………………………… 37 1R ………………………………………. 32 2R ………………………………………. 33 70A1 …………………………………….. 12 80A2 ………………………………….…. 12 90A3 …………………………………….. 12 I, II, III, IV, V (Range of service)…… 35 AC1 ……………………………………... 39 ACS ……………………………….…….. 39 ACTIVE ESCORT TUG ………….…. 19 ADN ……………………………………... 32 ADNR …………………………………… 32 AHTS ………………………………….… 24 AIP-xxx (Navy) ……………………….. 43 AIRCRAFT CARRIER ………………... 38 AL ……………………………………….. 31 ALUMINIUM ………………………….… 24 ALUMINIUM (Navy)………………….… 40 A-MC ………………………………….… 12 a-mc ……………………………..…... 12 AMPHIBIOUS WARFARE SHIP …..… 38 ARC1 to ARC4 (Hull) ….………….…… 15 ARC1 to ARC4 (Machinery) ….……… 26 ASPHALT TANKER …………..….…… 17 AUT ……………………………………... 25 AUT-N ……………………………….….. 41

AUT-nh …………………………………. 26 AUT-Nnh ……………………………….. 41 AUT-Z …………………………………... 26 AUX-NH ………………………………… 39 H

AUX-NM ………………………………… 42 BARGE …………………………………. 20 BC / OIL TANKER …………..………… 18 BC-A ……………………………………. 16 BC-B ……………………………………. 15 BC-C ………………………………….… 15 BULK CARRIER ………………………. 15 BWM ……………………………………. 25 C …………………………………………. 31 C1D21 ………………………………….. 13 CA ………………………………………. 28 CA mob ………………………………… 28 CAR FERRY …………………….…….. 19 Cargo vessel ………………………..… 30 CATAMARAN …………………………. 38 CHARTER SAILING / MOTOR YACHT 36 CHEMICAL RECOVERY VESSEL ….. 20 CHEMICAL TANKER ……………….… 17 CHEMICAL TANKER-TYPE 1 ………. 18 CNG CARRIER ………………………. 17 CMCA …………………………………… 22 CM-PS …………………………………… 27 CoC ………………………………….….. 38 COLL1 to COLL6 …………………..… 23 CONTAINER SHIP ……………………. 15 Container vessel …………….……….. 30 CORVETTE ………………………….…. 38 CRS ………………………………..……. 13 CRS ……………………………….......… 13 CRUISER …………………………………. 38 CSR (Bulk Carrier) …………………… 16 CSR (Oil Tanker) …………………….. 17 CTC ……………………………………… 16 CTCOAT ………………………………… 16 Damage stability ……………………… 32 DBC …………………………………….. 21 DEG ……………………………………... 44 DESTROYER ………………………...… 38 DG ……………………………………….. 21 DG (HSC Code 7.17) ………………….. 21 DG (Inland Navigation Vessel) …..…. 33 DGD …………………………………..…. 34 DGL ……………………………….….…. 34 DI ………………………………………... 44 Double hull …………………………….. 31

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DP1 to DP3 ……………………………… 23 DP1 to DP3 (Navy)…………………….... 42 DP = x kPa ………………………..….… 33 DREDGER …………………………….... 20 Dredger ……………………………..….. 30 E (Hull) ………………………………… 14 E (Machinery) ………………………… 26 E (Hull, Navy) ……………………….… 41 E (Machinery, Navy) …………………. 42 E01 to E04 (Hull) ……………….…..… 14 E01 to E04 (Machinery) ………...……. 26 E1 to E4 (Hull) …..…………………… 14 E1 to E4 (Machinery) ..……………… 26 EC ……………………………………….. 24 EDIBLE OIL TANKER ………………… 17 EF (Hull) …………………………..….. 14 EF (Machinery) ……………………….. 26 ENVIRONMENTAL PASSPORT …….. 23 EP ……………………………………… 23 EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CARS 19 EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CHEMICALS IN BULK ………………. 18 EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CONTAINERS …………………….…. 15 EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF RO-RO CARGO …………………….. 15 Equipped for transport of containers.. 33 Equipped for transport of wheeled vehicles …………………………….… 33 EQUIPPED WITH BOW RUDDER ….. 24 ERS ……………………………………... 25 ERS (Navy)……………………………… 41 ESP ……………………………………… 23 EXP (Hull) ………..…..……………….. 25 EXP (Machinery) ………………….….. 28 EXP (Hull, Navy) ……………………... 39 EXP (Machinery, Navy) …………….... 43 FC-xxx ………………………………….. 27 FC-xxx (Navy) ………………………... 44 Ferry …………………………………..... 33 Fire …………………………………….... 33 FF1 to FF3 ……………………………… 26 FF1/2 ………………………………….… 26 FF1/3 ……………………………………. 26 FISHING VESSEL …………………...… 19 FISHING VESSEL (6 to 24 m in length) 36 Flash point > 60 °C ……………………. 34 FLOATING CRANE ……………….…... 20 FLOATING DOCK …………………….. 21 FO ……………………………………….. 43 FRIGATE …………………………..…… 38 FRUIT JUICE CARRIER …………..…. 17 FRP ……………………………………... 24 FRP (Navy) …………………………… 40 G …………………………………..…….. 23 GENERAL CARGO SHIP ………..…... 15 GRAB[X] …….………………………… 16 Grabloading ……………………………. 33

HATCHCOVERLESS …………………. 15 HC(2/3) ……………………………….… 23 HC(hcpass/hccrew) ………………………. 23 Heavy cargo [ … ] …………………..… 33 HIGHER STRENGTH HULL STRUCTURAL STEEL …………..…. 24 HIGHER STRENGTH HULL STRUCTURAL STEEL (Navy)…..…. 40 {holds a, b, … may be empty} …….... 16 HLP ……………………………………… 25 HOPPER BARGE …………….……….. 21 Hopper barge ………………………….. 30 Hopper dredger ……………………….. 30 Hopper suction dredger …………….. 30 HS ……………………………………….. 32 HSC ………………………………….….. 22 HSC-CARGO …………………………... 22 HSC-N …………………………………... 39 HSC-PASSENGER A ……………….… 22 HSC-PASSENGER B …………………. 22 HSDE ……………………………………. 22 HYDROFOIL …………………………… 20 HYDROFOIL (Navy) ……………….… 38 I ………………………………………...... 14 IBV (Hull) …………………………..…. 15 IBV (Machinery) …………………..…. 26 Ice ……………………………………….. 32 ICEBREAKER …………….………...…. 20 ICV (Hull) ……………………………… 15 ICV (Machinery) ……………………… 26 IN ………………………………………… 14 IN(0,6) …………………………………… 29 IN(1,2) …………………………………… 29 IN(2) ……………………………………… 29 Ind ……………………………………..... 32 INERT …………………………………... 26 INF ………………………………………. 21 Intact stability …..…………………….. 32 IW …………………………………….…. 23 IW (Navy) ……………………………... 40 K …………………………………………. 14 KAZ …………………………………...... 13 kaz …………………………………….. 13 LA …………………………………… .…. 43 Laid-up …………………………………. 34 LAID-UP SHIP ……………………… … 28 Launch ……………………………….… 30 LIQUIFIED GAS TANKER …………… 17 LNG CARRIER …………………… …… 17 LPG CARRIER ……………………… … 17 LYDE ……………………………………. 22 M ……………………………………....… 14 Max. density ………………………….... 32 Max. t° …………………………………... 32 {maximum cargo density … t/m³} .… 16 MC ………………………………….…… 12 MC (Inland Navigation Vessel) ……... 29

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MC (Navy)……………………………….. 37 mc ……………………………………… 12 mc (Navy)……………………………… 37 MINE WAREFARE VESSEL ……..….. 38 MOTOR SAILER …………………….… 35 MOTOR YACHT (< 24 m)……………… 35 MOTOR YACHT (≥ 24 m)…….……… 22 MULTI-PURPOSE DRY CARGO SHIP 15 NAV-O ………………………………..…. 23 NAV-O (Navy) ………………………… 41 NAV-OC ………………………………... 23 NAV-OC (Navy) ……………………… 41 NBC ……………………………………... 43 Nonhomload …………………………... 33 {no MP} ………………………………… 16 No propulsion …………………………. 32 OC1 to OC4 ……………………………... 22 OIL / PRODUCT TANKER …..……….. 17 OIL RECOVERY VESSEL ………….… 20 OIL TANKER …………………………... 16 OIL TANKER NOT SUITABLE FOR CARGO WITH FLASHPOINT ≤ 60 °C 16 OPEN TOP ……………………………... 15 ORE ……………………………………… 23 ORE CARRIER ………………………... 16 ORE CARRIER / OIL TANKER ……… 18 ORE CARRIER / PRODUCT TANKER 18 P10D22 …………………………….….. 13 PASSENGER SHIP …………….……... 19 Passenger vessel …………………..… 30 PATROL BOAT ………………………... 36 PATROL BOAT (Navy) ……………… 38 PC1 to PC7 (Hull) ………………………. 15 PC1 to PC7 (Machinery) ………………. 26 PILOT BOAT …………………………... 20 PONTOON ……………………………... 21 Pontoon ………………………………... 30 Pontoon/Crane …..……………………. 30 PRODUCT CARRIER …...……………. 17 PRODUCT TANKER ………………….. 17 Pusher ………………………………..… 31 QUICK FREEZING ……………………. 28 RACING YACHT …………………….… 35 RAS ……………………………………... 43 RC ……………………………………….. 26 RCP x/y ………………………………… 28 RESCUE VESSEL …………………….. 20 RESEARCH VESSEL ………………… 20 RI ………………………………………... 27 RIC …………………………………….… 13 ric ……………………………………... 13 RO-RO SHIP ………………………….. 19 RO-RO SHIP / OIL TANKER ……... 19 RoRo vessel …………………………... 31 RP1x% to RP3x% ……………………….. 27 RP1x% to RP3x% (Navy) ……….. 41 RSA (200) …………………………… 13

RSA (50) ………………………………. 13 RSA (SW) ………………………………. 13 RSD …………………………………….. 25 RSD (F25) ……………………………… 25 RSD (F30) ………………………..……. 25 RSD (ACM) ……………………...…….. 25 RSD (gFE) ………………………….….. 25. RSD (Navy) …………………………… 40 RSM …………………………………….. 40 S1P72 …………………………………... 13 SAILING YACHT (< 24 m)…………… 35 SAILING YACHT (≥ 24 m)…………… 22 SEMI-SUBMERSIBLE ………………… 20 SFP ……………………………………… 41 SHIP LIFT ……………………..……….. 21 Single hull ……………………………… 31 SOLAS II-2, Reg. 19 ………………….. 21 SOLAS II-2, Reg. 19 (HSC Code 7.17) 21 SPECIAL MOTOR YACHT …………... 35 SPECIAL PURPOSE SHIP ……….….. 20 SPECIAL SAILING YACHT ………….. 35 Special service ………………………... 31 Special service/Floating dock ……… 31 SPECIAL TANKER ………………….… 17 SPECIAL YACHT ……………………… 22 Split hopper barge ……………………. 31 SPM1 to SPM3 ……………………….… 18 STAR ……………………………….…… 25 STL ……………………………………… 19 STRENGTHENED FOR HEAVY CARGO ……………………………..… 22 SUBMARINE (Navy) ………………… 39 SUBMERSIBLE ………………………… 21 SUCTION DREDGER ………………… 21 SUPPLY VESSEL …………………….. 20 SUPPLY VESSEL (Navy) …………… 38 Tanker ………………………………..… 31 TAZ ……………………………………... 13 TP = x kPa ……………………………… 33 TRAINING SAILING/MOTOR YACHT 36 TUG …………………………………….. 20 Tug ……………………………………… 31 Type C ……………………………….…. 34 Type G ………………….………………. 34 Type N closed …………………………. 34 Type N open ………………………….... 34 Type N open - Bilgesboat …………… 34 Type N open - Bunkerboat ………..… 34 Type N open with flame arresters …. 34 U ………………………………………… 28 U (Navy) ………………………………. 43 VEC ……………………………………… 19 W ………………………………………... 14 W (Inland Navigation Vessels) ……... 32 WASTE CHEMICAL INCINERATOR SHIP ………………………………….. 18 WATER JET …………………………… 38

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WINE TANKER ………………………... 17 with AIP Navy) ……………………….. 43 With double bottom .,…………………. 31 With double sides ……………………. 31 with FC …………………………………. 27 with FC (Navy) ……………………….. 44 with freeboard … m ………………….. 22 WORK BOAT ……………………….…. 36 YDE ……………………………………… 36

Z ………………………………………….. 30 (Z) ………………………………….…….. 30 Z1D10 …………………………………… 39 Z1D11 …………………………………… 39 Z1D20 …………………………………… 39 Z1D21 …………………………………… 39 Z1D22 …………………………………… 39 Z1D33 …………………………………… 39

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Classification of Seagoing Ships

Characters of Classification ├─ for the Hull: 100A5, 90A3 ├─ for the Machinery: MC, mc, A- MC, a-mc ├─ for Survey, Supervision of Construction: 7, ;, 6 ├─ for Subdivision, Damage Stability: 5, 8, 9 └╴or Special Equipment: CRS, CRS , RIC, ric, TAZ Notations ├─ for the Hull (Design, Special Dimensioning and/or Equipment) │ ├─ Restricted Service Area │ │ ├─ Seagoing Ships: RSA (200), RSA (50), RSA (SW) │ │ └╴Inland Vessels: IN, I │ ├─ Ice Strengthening: E │ │ E1, E2, E3, E4, │ │ IBV, ICV, │ │ PC1, PC2, PC3, PC4, PC5, PC6, PC7 │ ├─ Ship Type/Kind of Cargo Carrried │ │ ├─ Dry Cargo Vessels: CONTAINER SHIP, HATCHCOVERLESS, │ │ │ EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CONTAINERS, │ │ │ EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF RO-RO CARGO, │ │ │ GENERAL CARGO SHIP, MULTI-PURPOSE │ │ │ DRY CARGO SHIP, BULK CARRIER, ORE CARRIER, │ │ │ BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, no MP , │ │ │ maximum cargo density … t/m³ , │ │ │ holds a,b, … may be empty , │ │ │ CSR, GRAB[X] │ │ ├─ Tankers for Liquid Cargo, Special Cargoes: OIL TANKER, OIL TANKER NOT SUITABLE FOR │ │ │ CARGO WITH FLASHPOINT ≤ 60 °C, │ │ │ PRODUCT TANKER, OIL / PRODUCT TANKER, │ │ │ CTCOAT, CSR, CHEMICAL TANKER, CNG │ │ │ CARRIER, LNG CARRIER, LPG CARRIER, │ │ │ ASPHALT TANKER, SPECIAL TANKER, │ │ │ EDIBLE OIL TANKER, WINE TANKER, │ │ │ FRUIT JUICE CARRIER, CHEMICAL TANKER- │ │ │ TYPE 1, EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CHEMICALS │ │ │ IN BULK, BC / OILTANKER, ORE CARRIER / OIL TANKER, │ │ │ ORE CARRIER / PRODUCT TANKER, SPM1, SPM2, SPM3, │ │ │ STL, VEC │ │ ├─ Passenger Vessels: PASSENGER SHIP │ │ ├─ Carriage of motor vehicles: RO-RO SHIP, RO-RO SHIP / OIL TANKER, │ │ │ EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CARS, │ │ │ CAR FERRY │ │ ├─ Fishing Vessels: FISHING VESSEL │ │ ├─ Special Vessels: ACTIVE ESCORT TUG, BARGE, │ │ │ CHEMICAL RECOVERY VESSEL , │ │ │ DREDGER, FLOATING CRANE, HOPPER

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│ │ │ BARGE, HYDROFOIL, ICEBREAKER, │ │ │ OIL RECOVERY VESSEL, PILOT BOAT, │ │ │ PONTOON, RESCUE VESSEL, RESEARCH │ │ │ VESSEL, SEMI-SUBMERSIBLE, SPECIAL PURPOSE │ │ │ SHIP, SUBMERSIBLE, SUCTION DREDGER, │ │ │ SUPPLY VESSEL, TUG │ │ ├─ Floating Docks/Ship Lift: FLOATING DOCK, SHIP LIFT │ │ ├─ Carriage of Dangerous Cargoes: DG, DG (HSC Code 7.17), │ │ │ DBC, INF │ │ ├─ High Speed Craft: HSC-PASSENGER A, │ │ │ HSC-PASSENGER B, HSC-CARGO, HSDE, │ │ │ OC1, OC2, OC3, OC4 │ │ └╴Yachts >= 24 m SAILING YACHT, MOTOR YACHT, │ │ SPECIAL YACHT, LYDE │ ├─ Special Strengthening: STRENGTHENED FOR HEAVY CARGO, G, │ │ COLL1, COLL2, COLL3, COLL4, COLL5, │ │ COLL6 │ ├─ Enhanced Surveys: ESP │ ├─ In-water Survey: IW │ ├─ Bridge Design on Seagoing Ships: NAV-O, NAV-OC │ ├─ Dynamic Positioning Systems: DP1, DP2, DP3 │ ├─ Harmony Class: HC(hcpass/hccrew) │ ├─ Environmental Standards: EP │ ├─ Special Equipment and Systems: AHTS, EQUIPPED WITH BOW RUDDER, EC │ ├─ Material: HIGHER STRENGTH HULL STRUCTURAL │ │ STEEL, ALUMINIUM, FRP │ ├─ Novel Designs: EXP

│ └╴Special Analysis and Survey Procedures: RSD, RSD (F25), RSD (F30), RSD (ACM), RSD (gFE), │ HLP, ERS, BWM ├─ for Machinery (Special Equipment) │ ├─ Automation: AUT, AUT-nh, AUT-Z, RC │ ├─ Inert Gas System: INERT │ ├─ Fire Fighting: FF1, FF2, FF3, FF1/2, FF1/3 │ ├─ Ice Strengthening: E, │ │ E1, E2, E3, E4, │ │ IBV, ICV, │ │ PC1, PC2, PC3, PC4, PC5, PC6, PC7 │ ├─ Reliquifaction Plants: RI │ ├─ Redundant Propulsion and Steering Systems: RP1x%, RP2x%, RP3x% │ ├─ Condition Monitoring of Propeller Shaft at Stern Tube: CM-PS │ ├─ Fuel Cell Systems: FC-xxx, with FC │ ├─ Novel Designs: EXP │ └╴Submersibles U

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├─ Special Equipment and Installations │ └╴Cargo Refrigerating Installations

│ │ └╴ Cargo Vessels: CA, CA mob │ └╴ Protection of Refrigerated Cargoes │ In Integral Reefer Containers: RCP x/y

└╴Laid-up Ships LAID-UP SHIP Classification of Inland Navigation Vessels Characters of Classification ├─ for Hull: : 100Ap ├─ for Machinery: MC ├─ for Class Period p: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 ├─ for Survey, Construction Supervision: 7, 6, (7) ├─ for Range of Navigation: IN(0,6), IN(1,2), IN(2), I └╴for Equipment: Z, (Z), (-) Notations

└╴for Type and Service: : Cargo vessel, Container vessel, Dredger, Hopper barge, Hopper dredger, Hopper suction dredger, Launch, Passenger vessel, Pontoon, Pontoon/Crane, Pusher, RoRo vessel, Special service, Special service/Floating dock, Split hopper barge, Tanker, Tug Additional Class Notations ├─ for Type of Construction: Double hull, Single hull, With double bottom, │ With double sides ├─ for Hull Materials: HS, AL, C, W ├─ Other Notations: ADN, ADNR, Ice, Ind, No propulsion, Intact stability Damage stability, Max. density, Max. t° ├─ for Cargo Vessels: 1R, 2R, Grabloading, Nonhomload Heavy cargo [AREA1, x1 kN/m² - AREA2, x2 kN/m²] DG, Equipped for transport of containers Equipped for transport of wheeled vehicles ├─ for Passenger Vessels: Ferry, Fire ├─ for Tankers: TP = x kPa, DP = x kPa, Type C, Type G, Type N closed, Type N open, Type N open Bilgesboat, Type N open Bunkerboat, Type N open with flame arresters, Flash point > 60 °C ├─ for Tugs/Pushers: DGL, DGD └╴related to Class: Laid-up

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Classification of Yachts and Small Watercraft from 6 to 24 m in Length Characters of Classification

├─ for the Hull: 7 100A5

└╴for the Machinery: 7 MC Y

Notations ├─ Range of Service: I, II, III, IV, V └╴Designation of Types and Use ├─ Sporting Craft: SAILING YACHT, MOTOR SAILER, │ MOTOR YACHT, SPECIAL SAILING │ YACHT, SPECIAL MOTOR YACHT, │ RACING YACHT ├─ Yachts for Commercial Purposes: TRAINING SAILING / MOTOR YACHT, │ CHARTER SAILING / MOTOR YACHT └╴Watercraft used for Commercial Purposes or by Authorities: FISHING VESSEL,

PATROL BOAT, WORK BOAT, YDE

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Classification of Naval Ships Characters of Classification ├─ for Hull: 100Np ├─ for Machinery: MC, mc ├─ for Survey, Construction Supervision: 7, 6 └╴for Subdivision, Damage Stability: 5, 8, 9 Notations ├─ for Conformity with the Building Specification: CoC ├─ for Ship Types │ ├─ Ship Types in General: CORVETTE, FRIGATE, DESTROYER, │ │ MINE WARFARE VESSEL, AMPHIBIOUS │ │ WARFARE SHIP, CRUISER, │ │ AIRCRAFT CARRIER │ ├─ Ship Types with Support Functions: PATROL BOAT, SUPPLY VESSEL │ ├─ Ship Types with Spezial Hull Configuration or with Special Kind of Propulsion: │ │ HYDROFOIL, CATAMARAN, WATERJET │ ├─ High Speed Craft: HSC-N │ ├─ Ships with a Partly Conventional Hull: AUX-NH │ ├─ Novel Designs: EXP

│ └ Submarines SUBMARINE

├─ for Subdivision, Damage Stability: Z1D33, Z1D22, Z1D21, Z1D20, Z1D11, Z1D10 ├─ for Ambient Conditions and Service Range │ ├─ Ambient Conditions: AC1, ACS │ └ Service Range: to be agreed between Naval Authority and GL ├─ for Hull Structures │ ├─ Materials: HIGHER STRENGTH HULL STRUCTURAL │ │ STEEL, ALUMINIUM, FRP │ ├─ Rational Ship Design: RSD │ ├─ Residual Strength: RSM │ ├─ In-water Surveys: IW │ ├─ Bridge Design: NAV-O, NAV-OC │ ├─ Structural Fire Protection: SFP │ ├─ Navigation in Ice: E │ └ Emergency Response Service: ERS

├─ for Machinery Installations │ ├─ Automation: AUT-N, AUT-Nnh │ ├─ Redundant Propulsion and Steering Systems: RP1x%, RP2x%, RP3x% │ ├─ Dynamic Positioning Systems: DP1, DP2, DP3 │ ├─ Navigation in Ice: E

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│ ├─ Ships with Partly Conventional Machinery Installations: AUX-NM │ ├─ Novel Designs: EXP │ ├─Submarines U │ └╴Air-independent systems AIP-xxx, with AIP

└╴for Special Equipment and Installations ├─ Special Equipment for Flight Operation: FO └╴Special Machinery Equipment ├─ Lifting Appliances: LA

├─ Replenishment at Sea: RAS ├─ NBC-Protection: NBC ├─ Diving Installations: DI ├─ Degaussing: DEG └╴Fuel Cell Systems: FC-xxx, with FC

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Character of Classification / Class Notation

Brief description (For details see GL Rules I-0-0, Classification and Surveys)

Underlying GL-Rules

1. Seagoing Ships Character of Classification for the hull structures 100A5 The ship´s hull fully (100 %) complies with the requirements of the GL

Construction Rules. Duration of class period 5 years.

90A3 80A2 70A1 (Examples)

The Ship´s hull does not fully (e.g. 90, 80, 70 %) comply with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules. Duration of class period 3, 2 or 1 year.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2. I-1-1, Hull Structures, Sections 1 to 22 and 35 II-1, Metallic Materials II-2, Non-metallic Materials II-3, Welding

Character of Classification for machinery installations MC The machinery and all installations including all electrical installations comply

with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules

A–MC The machinery and all installations including all electrical installations of non self-propelled vessels comply with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules

mc, a-mc

The machinery and all installations including all electrical installations of ships with (= mc) or without (= a-mc) self-propulsion does not fully comply with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules, but functional safety and seaworthiness are ensured for the envisaged service

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2. I-1-2, Machinery Installations I-1-3, Electrical Installations I-1-4, Automation I-1-6, Liquefied Gas Tankers, Section 16 I-1-10, Refrigerating Installations II-1, Metallic Materials II-2, Non-metallic Materials II-3, Welding

Characters of Classification for survey and supervision of construction Hull, machinery and/or special equipment have been constructed under the

supervision of and in accordance with the Rules of GL and with certification by GL of components and materials

Hull, machinery and/or special equipment have been constructed under the supervision of and in accordance with the Rules of GL and without certification by GL of components and materials

Hull, machinery or special equipment have been constructed under the supervision of and in accordance with the rules of another recognized Classification Society and have later been classed with GL

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.

Characters of Classification für subdivision and damage stability For the hull, proof of subdivision und damage stability has been furnished I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.

I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 28 VI-11-6, Guidelines for the Preparation of Damage Stability Calculations and Damage Control Documentation on Board

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Brief description Underlying GL-Rules (For details see GL Rules I-0-0, Classification and Surveys)

1. Seagoing Ships For the hull, which has been constructed under supervision in accordance with the Characters of Classification or ( ), proof of subdivision and damage stability has been furnished

For the hull, which has been constructed under supervision in accordance with the Character of Classification , proof of subdivision and damage stability has been furnished

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2. I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 28 I-1-2, Section 11, D.9. and T.2. VI-11-6, Guidelines for the Preparation of Damage Stability Calculations and Damage Control Documentation on Board

P10D22 C1D21 S1P72 (Examples)

Additional marking, specifying the type of proof of damage stability, the ship type, the deterministic or probabilistic assessment method, the subdivision status and the required survival probability

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2. and Tables 2.1 and 2.2

Characters of Classification for special equipment CRS The cargo refrigerating complies in all parts with the requirements of the GL

Construction Rules CRS

The cargo refrigerating does not in all respects comply with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules, but functional safety and seaworthiness are ensured for the envisaged service

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.5 and D.3.5 I-1-10, Refrigerating Installations

KAZ Notation KAZ renamed CRS in Febr. 2008 see CRS KAZ Notation KAZ renamed CRS in Febr. 2008 see CRS RIC Both in respect of hull and machinery, the cargo refrigerating installation fully

complies with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules for fishing vessels

ric The cargo refrigerating installation does not in all respects comply with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules for fishing vessels, but functional safety and seaworthiness are ensured for the envisaged service

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.5 and D.3.5 I-1-8, Fishing Vessels I-1-10, Refrigerating Installations

TAZ The diving system complies with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules for diving systems

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.5 I-5-1, Diving Systems and Diving Simulators

Notations for the ship´s hull – restricted service area RSA (200) Restricted International Service. In general up to 200 nautical miles offshore,

the North Sea, the Mediterranean, the Black Sea and waters with similar seaway conditions

RSA (50) Coastal service. In general up to 50 nautical miles offshore, the Baltic Sea and gulfs with similar seaway conditions

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.1

RSA (SW) Sheltered Water Service. Trade in shoals, bays, haffs and firths or similar I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.1

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1. Seagoing Ships waters, where heavy seas do not occur

M Notation M renamed RSA (200) in Febr. 2008 see RSA (200) K Notation K renamed RSA (50) in Febr. 2008 see RSA (50) W Notation W renamed RSA (SW) in Febr. 2008 see RSA (SW) IN Inland Navigation. Notation for ships intended for navigation in inland waters

and semi-maritime stretches of water up to 2 m wave height and for which contracts for construction are signed on or after August 1st, 2006. Click here to also see IN(0,6) to IN(2)

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.1 I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1, [3.4.1] and Section 2, [10] I-2-B, Hull Design and Construction I-2-C, Machinery, Systems and Electricity I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations

I Inland Trade. Notation for existing ships intended for navigation in inland waters and for which contracts for construction are signed before August 1st, 2006

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.1.2, Edition 2006 I-2-1, Hull Structures, Edition 1990 I-2-2, Machinery Installations, Edition 1990 I-2-3, Electrical Installations, Edition 1990

Notations for the ship´s hull – ice strengthening E Ice class for ships the hull and machinery installations of which are

strengthened for navigation in drift ice in mouths of rivers and coastal regions according to GL´s Construction Rules. Upon request, the Notation E may be assigned independently for hull or machinery.

E1 E2 E3 E4

Ice class for ships and machinery installations, which comply with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules for ice conditions as in the Northern Baltic. Hull and machinery must always be assigned the same ice class. Notations E1 to E4 correspond to ice classes IC to IA “Super” of the Finnish/Swedish Ice Class Rules.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.2 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 15, A. and C. I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 11, I., P., S. and Section 13

E01 E02 E03 E04

With regard to ice strengthening, vessel´s hull and machinery comply with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules in force until.05.1971 (last printed in the 1980 Edition).

EF Hull and machinery of fishing vessels (in particular those trading in waters around Greenland and/or in comparable sea waters) have been designed such as to comply with the relevant requirements of the GL Rules for fishing vessels

Notations contained in I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.2 until the 2007 Edition

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1. Seagoing Ships PC1 to PC7 Polar Class. Hull and machinery have been designed such as to comply with

the requirements for Navigation in ice, with index 1 representing the highest Notation.


ARC1 to ARC4 Notations replaced by the Notations PC1 to PC7 in Febr. 2008. See PC1 to PC7 IBV ICV

Vessels navigating Lake Vänern/Sweden have to comply with the corresponding Swedish Regulations. For vessels complying with the requirements, an entry will be made to the Certificate of Class.

I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 15, A.

Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – dry cargo vessels CONTAINER SHIP Ships characterised by fixed stowage appliances at the bulkheads and the

inner bottom and in addition by fixed appliances for stowage and lashing on the upper deck and/or hatch covers

EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CONTAINERS

General cargo ships carrying containers occasionally or as part cargo only, and equipped with the appropriate facilities

HATCHCOVERLESS Hatchcoverless containerships equipped with the appropriate facilities

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.2 I-1-3, Electrical Installations, Section 17, D.5. I-1-10, Refrigerating Installations I-1-20, Stowage and Lashing of Containers VI-1-1, Guidelines for the Construction, Repair and Testing of Freight Containers, Section 1, A.1.2 and A.2.2

OPEN TOP Notation renamed HATCHCOVERLESS in Febr. 2008 see HATCHCOVERLESS GENERAL CARGO SHIP

Ships constructed for the carriage of general cargo which will not be carried in containers

MULTI–PURPOSE DRY CARGO SHIP

Ships constructed for the carriage of general and bulk cargo

EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF RO-RO CARGO

Notation for Multi-Purpose Dry Cargo Ships equipped for the transport of trailers and motor vehicles and which are fitted with ramps and/or shell doors

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.2

BULK CARRIER Ships constructed for the carriage of bulk cargo BC-C Bulk carriers having a length of 150 m or above and contracted for new

construction on or after July 1, 2003, designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density less than 1,0 t/m³

BC-B Bulk carriers having a length of 150 m or above and contracted for new construction on or after July 1, 2003, designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density of 1,0 t/m³ and above, with all cargo holds loaded in addition to BC-C conditions

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.2 and C.3.1.5 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 23, A., B. and D. to G. IACS Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers

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1. Seagoing Ships BC-A Bulk carriers having a length of 150 m or above and contracted for new

construction on or after July 1, 2003, designed to carry dry bulk cargoes of cargo density of 1,0 t/m³ and above, with specified holds empty at maximum draught in addition to BC-B conditions

{no MP} Additional Notation for bulk carrier Notations BC-A, BC-B and BC-C, not designed for loading and unloading in multiple ports

{maximum cargo density … t/m³}

Additional Notation for bulk carrier Notations BC-A and BC-B, if the maximum cargo density is less than 3,0 t/m³

{holds a, b, … may be empty}

Additional Notation for bulk carrier Notations BC-A

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.2 and C.3.1.5 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 23, A., B. and D. to G. IACS Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers

CSR Notation for bulk carriers with a length of 90 m and above, complying with the IACS Common Structural Rules and contracted for construction on or after 1 April 2006

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.2 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 23, B. IACS Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers

GRAB [X] Mandatory Notation for bulk carriers complying with the IACS Common Structural Rules, having one of the Notations BC-A or BC-B and strengthened for grab operation. The Notation is voluntary for all other bulk carriers. X = weight of the unladen grab [t].

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.2 IACS Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers 2006, Chapter 1, Section 1, 3.2 and Chapter 12

ORE CARRIER Ships specially designed for the carriage of bulk cargo and ore respectively and strengthened in accordance with the GL Construction Rules

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.2 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 23, A. to C. and G.

Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – tankers/liquid cargo OIL TANKER Tankers intended to carry oil in bulk having a flashpoint not exceeding 60 °C I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 and C.3.1.5

I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15 IACS Common Structural Rules for Double Hull Oil Tankers

OIL TANKER NOT SUITABLE FOR CARGO WITH FLASHPOINT ≤ 60 °C

Tankers intended to carry oil in bulk having a flashpoint exceeding 60 °C I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 and C.3.1.5 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24 (partially, see A.1.7) I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15

CTCOAT Cargo Tank Coating. Notation for tankers complying with special requirements for corrosion protection

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 VI-9-7, Corrosion Protection of Crude Oil Cargo Tanks

CTC Notation renamed CTCOAT in Febr. 2008

see CTCOAT

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1. Seagoing Ships PRODUCT TANKER Product tankers engaged in the trade of carrying oil other than „crude oil“. I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.5 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15 IACS Common Structural Rules for Double Hull Oil Tankers

PRODUCT CARRIER Notation renamed PRODUCT TANKER in Febr. 2008. see PRODUCT TANKER OIL / PRODUCT TANKER

Product tankers engaged in the trade of carrying either “crude oil” or “oil other than crude oil“.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.5 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15 IACS Common Structural Rules for Double Hull Oil Tankers

CSR Notation for double hull oil tankers and double hull product tankers with a length of 150 m and above, complying with the IACS Common Structural Rules for oil tankers and contracted for construction on or after 1 April 2006

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 IACS Common Structural Rules for Double Hull Oil Tankers, 2006

CHEMICAL TANKER Chemical tankers I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-1-7, Chemical Tankers

LNG CARRIER Liquefied natural gas carrier LPG CARRIER Liquefied petroleum gas carrier

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15 I-1-6, Liquefied Gas Tankers

CNG CARRIER Compressed natural gas carrier I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15

LIQUEFIED GAS TANKER

Notation renamed into one of the Notations LNG CARRIER, LPG CARRIER or CNG CARRIER in Febr. 2008

see LNG CARRIER, LPG CARRIER or CNG CARRIER, as applicable

ASPHALT TANKER Tankers for asphalt as special cargo SPECIAL TANKER Tankers for special cargoes EDIBLE OIL TANKER

Tankers for edible oil as special cargo

WINE TANKER Tankers for wine as special cargo FRUIT JUICE CARRIER

Tankers for fruit juice as special cargo

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24, A.2.3

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1. Seagoing Ships CHEMICAL TANKER–TYPE 1

Chemical tanker-Type 1 (as an example for several designations as used in IMO-Codes)

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.6 I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 4, C. I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15 I-1-7, Chemical Tankers

WASTE CHEMICAL INCINERATOR SHIP

Ships engaged in the Incineration of Liquid Chemical Waste at Sea. Notation invalid. Type of ship is unallowable since October 2004 in accordance with MARPOL, Annex 6, Reg. 16, § 4.

Notation contained in I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 until 2005 Edition

EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CHEMICALS IN BULK

Notation for supply vessels equipped for the carriage of dangerous or corrosive substances


BC / OIL TANKER Ships intended to alternatively carry dry cargo or liquids in bulk having a flashpoint not exceeding 60 °C

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24, A.2.2 and Section 24, G I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15, C.6 Furthermore the requirements as for BULK CARRIER and OIL TANKER

ORE CARRIER / PRODUCT TANKER

Ships intended to alternatively carry dry cargo or liquids in bulk having a flashpoint not exceeding 60 °C

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24, A.2.2 and Section 24, G I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15, C.6 Furthermore the requirements as for ORE CARRIER and PRODUCT TANKER

ORE CARRIER / OIL TANKER

Ships intended to alternatively carry dry cargo or liquids in bulk having a flashpoint not exceeding 60 °C

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24, A.2.2 and Section 24, G I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15, C.6 Furthermore the requirements as for ORE CARRIER and OIL TANKER

SPM1, SPM2, SPM3

Notation for tankers in shuttle service and of one of 3 different single point mooring designs. SPM3 combined with a dynamic positioning system (DPS).

STL Notation for tankers in shuttle service, with a submerged turret loading arrangement of specific design combined with a dynamic positioning system (DPS)

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.3 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24, K. I-1-15, Dynamic Positioning System (only for SPM3 and STL) Furthermore the requirements as for OIL TANKER

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1. Seagoing Ships VEC (Vapour Emission Control) Notation for Tankers equipped with installations for

the return of volatile organic compounds to the shore during loading operations and complying with USCG Regulations for foreign flag vessels Title 46 CFR, Part 39 Vapour Control Systems or with IMO MSC/Circ: 585, Standards for vapour emission control systems


Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – passenger vessels PASSENGER SHIP Ships complying with the construction rules and safety regulations in force for

the carriage and/or accommodation of passengers (in particular SOLAS) I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.4 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 26

Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – carriage of motor vehicles RO–RO SHIP Ships equipped with ramps and possibly shell doors and strengthened in

accordance with the GL Construction Rules I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.5 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 6, H.3.1 and J., Section 21, J. and Section 28, E.6 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 11, N.4.10

RO–RO SHIP / OIL TANKER

Ships intended to alternatively carry motor vehicles or liquids in bulk having a flashpoint not exceeding 60 °C

I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24, A.2.2 and G. Furthermore the requirements as for RO–RO SHIP and OIL TANKER

EQUIPPED FOR CARRIAGE OF CARS

Ships provided with spezial equipment for the carriage of (non-loaded) motor vehicles, e.g. floating decks

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.5 I-1-1, Hull Structures

CAR FERRY Ships designed for the transportation of motor vehicles (and possibly passengers) engaged in the ferry service

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.5 In case of more than 12 passengers: I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 26

Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – fishing vessels FISHING VESSEL Fishing vessels (possibly with supplementary Notations for specification of

type) of L > 24 m.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.6 I-1-8, Fishing Vessels I-1-10, Refrigerating Installations

Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – special vessels ACTIVE ESCORT TUG

Active Escort Tug I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 25

CHEMICAL RE-COVERY VESSEL

Chemical recovery vessel

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-12, Chemical Recovery Vessel

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1. Seagoing Ships OIL RECOVERY VESSEL

Seagoing or inland waterway vessels which are intended for service in the event of accidental oil spills

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 24 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15 I-1-9, Oil Recovery Vessels

ICEBREAKER Ship having an operating profile, the Powering and the dimensions that allow it to undertake escort operations or ice management functions in ice-covered waters.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.2 and C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 15, A.1.6 and A.1.7 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 11

SUPPLY VESSEL Supply vessel I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 29

RESEARCH VESSEL

Research vessel I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 In case of more than 12 special personnel including passengers: I–Part 1–Chapter 1, Section 27

SPECIAL PURPOSE SHIP

Ship which carries on board more than 12 special personnel including passengers, e.g. ships engaged in research, training and drilling as well as fish factory ships

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 27

TUG Tug I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 25 VI-11-1, Guidelines for Ocean Towage

SEMI-SUBMERSIBLE


RESCUE VESSEL Rescue vessel PILOT BOAT Pilot boat


HYDROFOIL Hydrofoils I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-3-1, High Speed Craft

DREDGER Dredger I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 32

FLOATING CRANE Floating crane I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 VI-2-2, Guidelines for the Construction and Survey of Lifting Appliances

BARGE Barges (unmanned or manned vessels without self-propulsion, with cargo holds)


HOPPER BARGE Hopper barge (Seagoing vessel, barge with hopper space) I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 32

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1. Seagoing Ships PONTOON Barges (unmanned or manned vessels without self-propulsion, without cargo

holds) I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 31

SUCTION DREDGER Suction dredger I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 32

SUBMERSIBLE Submersible I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.7 III-1-2, Submersibles

Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – floating docks/ship lift FLOATING DOCK Floating dock, with indication of lifting capacity [t] I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.8

I-4-1, Floating Docks SHIP LIFT Mechanical lift dock with indication of lifting capacity [t] I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.8

IV-11-1, Ship Lifts Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – carriage of dangerous cargoes DG Dangerous Goods. For ships equipped for the carriage of dangerous cargoes

in accordance with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules and SOLAS II-2, Reg. 19

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.9 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 12, P. I-1-3, Electrical Installations, Section 17

SOLAS II–2, Reg. 19 Notation renamed DG inFebr. 2008 see DG DG (HSC Code 7.17) Dangerous Goods. For high speed craft equipped for the carriage of

dangerous cargoes onboard of HSC in accordance with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules and SOLAS II-2, Reg. 19.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.9 and 3.1.3.10 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 12, P. I-1-3, Electrical Installations, Section 17 I-3-1, High Speed Craft, includes IMO-Res.MSC.36(63)

SOLAS II–2, Reg. 19 (HSC Code 7.17)

Notation renamed DG (HSC Code 7.17) in Febr. 2008 see DG (HSC Code 7.17)

DBC

Dangerous Bulk Cargoes. Notation for ships equipped for the carriage of solid bulk cargoes.


INF Irradiated Nuclear Fuel. Notation for ships equipped for the carriage of packaged irradiated nuclear fuel, plutonium and high level radioactive wastes


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1. Seagoing Ships Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – high speed craft HSC–CARGO

High speed cargo craft (Category Cargo Craft of the IMO-Resolution MSC.36(63))

HSC–PASSENGER A

High Speed Craft for up to 450 passengers, (Categorie A of the IMO-Resolution MSC.36(63))

HSC–PASSENGER B

High Speed Craft for more than 450 passengers, (Categorie B of the IMO-Resolution MSC.36(63))

OC1 Notation for operation conditions: Significant wave hight ≤ 0,5 m. For ships not subject to IMO-Res.MSC.36(63), but examined in accordance with the GL Construction Rules, are assigned the class notations OC1 to OC4 only

OC2 Notation for operation conditions: Significant wave hight < 2,5 m OC3 Notation for operation conditions: Significant wave hight < 4,0 m OC4 Notation for operation conditions: Significant wave hight ≥ 4,0 m HSDE High Speed Craft constructed in essential parts according to I-3-1 and which

are not subject to the IMO HSC Code

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.10 I-3-1, High Speed Craft, includes IMO-Res.MSC.36(63)

HSC Notation renamed HSDE in Febr. 2006. see HSDE Notations for the ship´s hull – ship type – type of cargo carried – Yachts >= 24 m SAILING YACHT Notation for sailing yachts >= 24 m MOTOR YACHT Notation for motor yachts >= 24 m SPECIAL YACHT Notation for special yachts >= 24 m

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.11 I-3-2, Yachts ≥ 24 m

LYDE Notation for large yachts constructed by using elements of the Rules I-3-2 (Yachts >= 24 m)

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.3.11 I-3-2, Yachts ≥ 24 m

CMCA Notation for yachts complying with essential technical requirements of “The “Large Commercial Yacht Code”.

Notation contained in I-1-1, Classification and Syurveys, C.3.1.3.11 until 2006 Edition

Notations for the ship´s hull – freeboard with freeboard ... m The ship´s hull is dimensioned for a draught of less than the maximum

draught permissible according to the Load Line Convention”. Notation contained in I-1-1, Classification and Syurveys, C.3.1.4 until 2007 Edition

Notations for the ship´s hull – special strengthening STRENGTHENED FOR HEAVY CARGO

Strengthened for heavy cargo as recommended in accordance with the GL Construction Rules, unless complying with the requirements of the Notations BULK CARRIER or ORE CARRIER

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.5.1 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 23, A.

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1. Seagoing Ships G Ships with the inner bottoms strengthened for the use of grabs I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.5.2

I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 23, B.4.3.2, B.9.1 and 9.2 COLL 1 to COLL 6

The hull side structures are specially strengthened to resist collision impacts as stipulated in the GL Construction Rules. The index reflects the degree of strengthening provided.


ORE

Notation for existing Inland waterway vessels built before August 1st, 2006 and dimensioned in accordance with the GL Construction Rules such as to be able to carry ore or similar cargoes of high density. Where the vessels are dimensioned for loading and unloading procedures not in line with normal practice, a relevant entry will be made in the class certificate.

Notation contained in I-1-1, Classification and Syurveys, C.3.1.5.5 until 2007 Edition

Notations for the ship´s hull – enhanced surveys ESP The ship´s hull (cargo area) will be surveyed according to an enhanced

survey programme. To be applied for all oil tanker, product tankers, chemical tankers and bulk carriers ≥ 500 BRT/BRZ


Notations for the ship´s hull – in-water survey IW The ship´s hull is specially eqipped for in-water surveys as per GL

Construction Rules I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.7 and Section 3, C.1.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 34

Notations for the ship´s hull – bridge design on seagoing ships NAV–O NAV–OC

The bridge is designed in compliance with the GL Construction Rules for „Bridge Design on Seagoing Ships, One-Man Control Console: NAV-O = for ocean areas NAV-OC = for ocean areas and coastal waters

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.8 I-1-11, Bridge Design on Seagoing Ships, One-Man Control Console

Notations for the ship´s hull – dynamic positioning systems DP1 to DP3

Equipped with a Dynamic Positioning system. Depending on the desired system reliability and on the basis of a risk analysis, 3 distinctive marks are provided: DP1 = non-redundant, DP2 = redundant, DP3 = redundant, separate compartments

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.9 I-1-15, Dynymic Positioning Systems

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1. Seagoing Ships Notations for the ship´s hull – Harmony class HC(hcpass/hccrew) HC(2/3) (Beispiel)

For passenger ships with special comfort levels with respect to noise and vibration. 5 harmony criteria numbers (hcn) are introduced: hcn = E excellent comfort hcn = 1 very high comfort hcn = 2 high comfort hcn = 3 moderate comfort hcn = 4 acceptable comfort

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.10 I-1-16, Harmony Class – Rules on rating noise and vibration for comfort, cruise ships (v ≤ 25 kn) I-1-18, Harmony Class – Rules on rating noise and vibration for comfort, cruise ships (v > 25 kn)

Notations for the ship´s hull – environmental standard EP For ships complying with the "Guidelines for Environmental Service Systems" I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.11

VI-12-1, Guidelines for the Environmental Service System ENVIRONMENTAL PASSPORT

Notation ENVIRONMENTAL PASSPORT renamed EP in Febr. 2008 see EP

Notations for the ship´s hull – special equipment and systems AHTS The ship is equipped with an approved additional hatchcover tightness system EQUIPPED WITH BOW RUDDER

Equipped with bow rudder I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.12

EC Equipment Certified. Characteristic implements and/or equipment have by agreement been constructed in accordance with the GL Construction Rules. Not applicable for the anchor equipment or container lashing elements, which are in any case covered by classification).

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, A.2.4 and C.3.1.12

Notations for the ship´s hull – material HIGHER STRENGTH HULL STRUCTURAL STEEL

Hull material: higher strength hull structural steel I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.13 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 2 and Section 3 II-1-1, Principles and Test Procedures II-1-2, Steel and Iron Materials

ALUMINIUM Hull material: Aluminium I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.13 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 2 and Section 3 II-1-1, Principles and Test Procedures II-1-3, Non-ferrous Metals

FRP Hull material: FRP I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.13 II-2-1, Fibre Reinforced Plastics and Bonding

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1. Seagoing Ships Notations for the ship´s hull – novel designs EXP Ships, machinery installations or essential parts have been constructed in

accordance with a design, for which sufficient experience is not available. The notation EXP may be cancelled following proof of efficiency of the design.


Notations for the ship´s hull – special analysis and survey procedures RSD Rational Ship Design. Notation for ships which are subject to extended

strength analysis. RSD (ACM) Rational Ship Design. Notation for ships with additional corrosion margins

according to detailed listings in the technical file.


RSD (F25) Fatigue assessment based on 6,25 x 107 load cycles of North Atlantic Spectrum

RSD (F30) Fatigue assessment based on 7,5 x 107 load cycles of North Atlantic Spectrum

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.14 V-1-2, Guidelines for Fatigue Strength Analyses of Ship Structures

RSD (gFE) Global finite element analysis carried out in accordance with GL Guidelines. I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.14 V-1-1, Guidelines for Global Strength Analysis of Container Ships

HLP Hull Lifecycle Program. Notation for ships where the hull structural data necessary for the performance of thickness measurements are available in a database in order to determine the allowable corrosion tolerances of all structural elements of the ship.


STAR System of Tracebility and Analysis of Records Notation contained in I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.15 until 2007 Edition

ERS Emergency Response Service. Ship data are made available in a database to provide the assistance necessary for limiting damages in case of average with the aid of special computer programs


BWM For ships complying with the "Guidelines für Ballast Water Management", 3 distinctive marks are provided: - sequential method of exchange - flow through method - biological, chemical or physical treatment method

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.15 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 4 and Section and 5 VI-11-10, Guidelines on Ballast Water Management

Notations for machinery installations – automation AUT The machinery installation is fitted with equipment for unattended machinery

spaces, so that it does not require to be operated and/or maintained for periods of at least 24 hours

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.1 I-1-4, Automation

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1. Seagoing Ships AUT–nh Machinery installations for n hours unattended AUT–Z The machinery installation is operated with the engine control room

permanently attended (centralized control). The main propulsion plant can also be remotely controlled from the bridge.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.1 I-1-4, Automation

RC Only for fishing vessels. The main propulsion plant can be remotely controlled from the bridge.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.1 I-1-4, Automation I-1-8, Fishing Vessels

Notations for machinery installations – inert gas systems INERT The ship is equipped with an inert gas system in accordance with the GL

Rules, or with a system recognized as being equivalent in design. Notation for existing inland waterway vessels for which contracts for construction are signed before August 1st, 2006

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.2 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 15 I-1-6, Liquefied Gas Tankers I-1-7, Chemical Tankers I-2-2, Machinery Installations, Edition 1990, Section 14

Notations for machinery installations – Fire fighting FF1 Equipment for fighting fires in the initial stage and performing rescue

operations in the immediate vicinity of the installation on fire FF2 Equipment for substantial fighting of large fires and for cooling parts of the

installation on fire FF3 Corresponding to FF2, but with greater fire-extinguishing capacity and more

comprehensive fire-extinguishing equipment

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.3 VI-3-4, Guidelines for Equipment on Fire Fighting Ships

FF1/2 Equipment corresponding to FF2 and additionally suited for rescue operations as per FF1

FF1/3 Equipment corresponding to FF3 and additionally suited for rescue operations as per FF1

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.3 VI-3-4, Guidelines for Equipment on Fire Fighting Ships

Notations for machinery installations – Ice strengthening E, E1 to E4, E01 to E04, EF, ARC1 to ARC4, IBV ICV, PC1 to PC7

See Notations for the ship´s hull – Ice strengthening, click here I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.4

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1. Seagoing Ships Notations for machinery installations – reliquefaction plants (liquefied-gas tankers) RI Reliquefaction Installations. Liquefied-gas tanker with equipment for cooling

(reliquefaction) of their cargo. Notation for existing inland waterway vessels for which contracts for construction are signed before August 1st, 2006

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.5 I-1-6, Liquefied Gas Tankers, Section 7, 7.2 I-2-1, Hull Structures, Section 19

Notations for machinery installations – redundant propulsion and steering systems RP1x% Redundant Propulsion system with 2 independent propulsion machines. The

additional index x% denotes what percentage of the main propulsion power of the ship is provided by the redundant ship´s propulsion system.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.6 I-1-3, Electrical Installations, Section 13, K. I-1-14, Redundant Propulsion and Steering Systems

RP2x% Redundant Propulsion system with 2 independent propulsion machines and 2 independent steering systems

RP3x% Redundant Propulsion system with 2 independent propulsion machines and 2 independent steering systems, each of which is installed in separate compartments

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.6 I-1-3, Electrical Installations, Section 13, K. I-1-14, Redundant Propulsion and Steering Systems

Notations for machinery installations – Condition monitoring of propeller shaft at stern tubr CM-PS Notation enabling prolongation of the intervals between shaft withdrawals, if

the propeller shaft runs within the stern tube in oil I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.7 I-1-2, Machinery Installations, Section 4, D.5.6

Notations for machinery installations – Fuel cell systems FC-xxx Notation for watercraft with fuel cell systems the nominal power of which is

equal or higher than 10 % of the total nominal power of the machinery installation. xxx = percentage

with FC Notation for watercraft with fuel cell systems the nominal power of which is below 10 % of the total nominal power of the machinery installation

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.8 VI-3-11, Guidelines for the Use of Fuel Cell Systems on Board of Ships and Boats

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1. Seagoing Ships Notations for machinery installations – Novel designs EXP Ship, machinery installations or essential parts have been constructed in

accordance with a design, for which sufficient experience is not available. The notation EXP may be cancelled following proof of efficiency of the design.


Notations for machinery installations – Submersible U Machinery including all electrical installations correspond to GL Rules for

submersibles. I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.10 I-5-2, Submersibles

Notations for special equipment and installations – cargo refrigerating installations – cargo vessels CA

Refrigerated cargo installations with cargo areas intended for the carriage of refrigerated cargo in controlled atmosphere. Gas generating systems to be permanently installed.

CA mob

Refrigerated cargo installations with cargo areas intended for the carriage of refrigerated cargo in controlled atmosphere. Gas generating systems taken on board, when required.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.3.1 and D.3.5 and Section 3, D. I-1-10, Refrigerating Installations

Notations for special equipment – cargo refrigerating installations – fishing vessels QUICK FREEZING

Cargo refrigerating installations on board of fishing vessels fitted with equipment for quick freezing of wet fish.

Notation contained in I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, C.3.3.2 until 2004 Edition

Notation for special equipment and installations – protection of refrigerated cargoes in integral reefer contailners RCP x/y Ships equipped for the carriage of x (= No. of FEU) refrigerated containers

arranged on deck and in container holds, with a percentage of y [%] of containers carrying fruit/chilled cargoes.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.3.2 I-1-19, Carriage of Refrigerated Containers

Notation for laid-up ships LAID-UP SHIP Notation for ships where a Class Renewal Survey has been performed during

the lay-up period I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, B.5

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Brief description (For details see GL Rules I-2-A, Classification and Surveys)

Underlying GL-Rules

2. Inland Navigation Vessels Character of Classification for the hull structures 100Ap The vessel´s hull fully (100 %) meets the construction an

scantling requirements. p = duration of Class period [Jahre]. Normally, p = 5

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1, [3.2.1] I-2-B, Hull Design and Construction I-2-D. Additional Requirements for Notations

Character of Classification for machinery installations MC The machinery including all electrical installations as well as

special equipment and installations included in the classification procedure comply with the requirements of GL Construction Rules for Inland Navigation Vessels.

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1, [3.1.5] I-2-C, Machinery, Systems and Electricity

Characters of Classification for Survey, Construction Supervision The hull, machinery including all electrical installations as well as

special equipment and installations included in the classification procedure have been built under the supervision of GL and with certification of components and materialsd in accordance with the Rules.

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1, [3.1.1] I-2-B, Hull Design and Construction I-2-C, Machinery, Systems and Electricity I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations

The hull, machinery including all electrical installations as well as special equipment and installations included in the classification procedure have been built under the supervision of another recognized Classification Society and have been subsequently – or a ta later date – classed with GL.

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1, [3.1.2] and Table 2

( ) The hull, machinery including all electrical installations as well as special equipment and installations included in the classification procedure have been built under the supervision GL in accordance with the Rules, but e.g. without certification of components and material which, however, deemed to be acceptable.

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1,[3.1.3] and Table 2 I-2-B, Hull Design and Construction I-2-C, Machinery, Systems and Electricity I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations

Characters of Classification for Range of Navigation IN(0,6) IN(1,2) IN(2)

IN indicates a vessel on inland navigation waters such as: - all inland waterways - all semi-maritime stretches of water up to wave height of 2 m - other waters showing comparable conditions IN is completed, between brackets, with the significant wave height [m] for which the vessel has been calculated.

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1, [3.4.1] and Section 2, [10]

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Underlying GL-Rules

2. Inland Navigation Vessels Characters of Classification for Equipment Z Indicates that the vessel´s equipment on anchors and chain

cables meet the applicable requirements of the Rules I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1, [3.5.1]

(Z) Indicates that the vessel´s equipment on anchors and chain cables does not meet the Rule requirements, but is deemed to be acceptable for the intended service

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1, [3.5.2]

(-) Indicates that GL considers that it is not called upon to evaluate the anchor equipment

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 1, [3.5.3]

Notations for Type of Service Cargo vessel Notation for vessels intended for the carriage of solid cargo

and/or bulk I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[3.1.1] and Table 1 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 1, Section 1 and Section 2

Container vessel Notation for vessels specially intended for the carriage of containers

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[3.1.2] and Table 1 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 2, Section 2

Dredger Hopper suction dredger

Notation for vessels specially equipped for dredging activities (excluding carrying dredged material). The Notation may be completed by the type of the dredger (see left)


Hopper barge Notation for vessels specially equipped for carrying spoils or dredged material only


Hopper dredger Hopper suction dredger

Notation for vessels specially equipped for dredging activities and carrying spoils or dredged material. The Notation may be completed by the type of the dredger (see left).


Launch Notation for small vessels which are used to provide facilities and assistance for the performance of specified activities


Passenger vessel Notation for vessels specially intended to carry passengers I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[5.1.1] and Table 1 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 2, Section 4

Pontoon Pontoon/Crane

Notation for units intended to carry cargo and/or equipment on deck only. The Notation is completed with Crane for information only, when a crane is permanently fitted on board (see left)


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Underlying GL-Rules

2. Inland Navigation Vessels Pusher Notation for vessels specially equipped for pushing I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[7.1.2] and Table 1

I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 2, Section 5 RoRo vessel Notation for vessels specially intended to carry vehicles, trains

and loads on wheeled beds I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[3.1.3] and Table 1 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 2, Section 3

Special Service Special service/Floating dock

Notation for vessels not cocered by any of the type and service notations of this list due to the peculiar cjharacteristics of their activity (e.g. engaged in research, expeditions, survey, training). The Notation may be completed by the type of vessel, e.g. Floating dock (see left)

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[8.1.1] and Table 1 Requirements are considered on a case by case basis

Split hopper barge Notation for vessels specially equipped for carrying spoils or dredged material only, and which open longitudinally around hinges

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[6.1.4] and Table 1 Requirements are considered on a case by case basis

Tanker Notation for vessels specially intended to carry liquid or gaseous cargo in bulk

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[4.1.1] and Table 1 I-2-D, Chapter 2 (Other Type and Service Notations), Section 1 (Tankers)

Tug Notation for vessels specially equipped for towing I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[7.1.1] and Table 1 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 2, Section 5

Additional Class Notations – for Type of Construction Double hull Notation for vessels and units the hull of which is completely built

with a double hull structure Single hull Notation for vessels and units the hull of which is completely built

with a single hull structure

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[9.2.2] and Table 2 I-2-B, Hull Structures, Section 2 and Section 3

With double bottom Notation for single hull vessels and units the hull of which is built with a double bottom only

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[9.2.2] and Table 2 I-2-B, Hull Structures, Section 2

With double sides Notation for single hull vessels and units the hull of which is built with double sides only

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[9.2.2] and Table 2 I-2-B, Hull Structures, Section 3

Additional Class Notations – for Hull Materials AL The hull of the vessel is constructed of aluminium I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[9.2.1] and Table 2

II-1-1, Principles and Test Procedures II-1-3, Non-ferrous Metals

C The hull of the vessel is constructed of composite materials such as FRP

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[9.2.1] and Table 2 II-1-1, Principles and Test Procedures II-2-1, Fibre Reinforced Plastics and Bonding

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Underlying GL-Rules

2. Inland Navigation Vessels HS The hull of the vessel is constructed of higher strength hull

structural steel I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[9.2.1] and Table 2 II-1-1, Principles and Test Procedures II-1-2, Steel and Iron Materials

W The hull of the vessel is constructed of wood I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[9.2.1] and Table 2 II-2-2, Wooden Materials

Additional Class Notations – Other Notations ADN The vessel´s structure and equipment have been examined by

GL and found in compliance to the corresponding Regulation. Applicable to convoys/vessels carrying dangerous goods. ADN = European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[2.1.9] and Table 2

ADNR The vessel´s structure and equipment have been examined by GL and found in compliance to the corresponding Regulation. Applicable to convoys/vessels carrying dangerous goods. ADNR = Regulation Concerning the Carriage of Dangerous Goods on the River Rhine


Damage stability Notation assigned to vessels for which an intact stability and the damage buoyancy files has been examined by GL

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2, [9.4.2] & Table 2 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 4, Section 6

Ice Notation assigned to vessels the hull and machinery installation of which comply with the requirements for navigation in drift ice


Ind Notation assigned to vessels carrying substances in independent cargo tanks


Intact stability Notation assigned to vessels for which an intact stability file has been examined by GL

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2, [9.4.1] & Table 2. I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 4, Section 6

Max. density Notation assigned to vessels carrying dry cargoes or liquids with a maximum allowed density

Max. t° Notation assigned to vessels carrying dry cargoes or liquids with a maximum allowed temperature


No propulsion Notation assigned to non-propelled vessels or units I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[9.2.4] and Table 2 Additional Class Notations – for Dry Cargo Vessels 1R Notation assigned to vessels carrying dry cargoes, when the

vessel´s structure is designed for loading and unloading in one run


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Underlying GL-Rules

2. Inland Navigation Vessels 2R Notation assigned to vessels carrying dry cargoes, when the

vessel´s structure is designed for loading and unloading in two runs


DG Notation assigned to dry cargo vessels designed to carry dangerous goods


Equipped for transport of containers

Notation assigned to dry cargo vessels equipped for the transport of containers


Equipped for transport of wheeled vehicles

Notation assigned to dry cargo vessels equipped for the transport of wheeled vehicles


Grabloading Notation assigned to dry cargo vessels which hold tank tops specially reinforced for loading/unloading cargoes by means of grabs or buckets

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[3.2.8] and Table 2 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 4, Section 1, [3]

Heavy cargo [AREA1, x1 kN/m² - AREA2, x2 kN/m²]

Notation assigned to dry cargo vessels with a double bottom and/or hatch covers and/or other cargo areas designed to support heavy cargoes. The values xi indicatethe maximum allowable local pressures on the various zones AREAi where the cargo is intended to be stowed.


Nonhomload Notation assigned to dry cargo vessels designed in such a way that the cargo spaces may be loaded non-homogeneouslyx


Additional Class Notations – for Passenger Vessels Ferry Notation assigned to vessels specially equipped to load wheeled

vehicles I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[5.2.1] and Table 2 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 4, Section 5

Fire Notation assigned to vessels with instatallations complying with the relevant fire rules


Additional Class Notations – for Tankers DP = x kPa Notation assigned to tankers designating the design pressure of

the cargo tanks TP = x kPa Notation assigned to tankers designating the test pressure of the

cargo tanks


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Underlying GL-Rules

2. Inland Navigation Vessels Type C Notation assigned to tankers carrying liquid cargoes built and

equipped in compliance either with the applicable GL Rules or with the ADN or ADNR Regulations for this type of vessel. ADN = European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways. ADNR = Regulation Concerning the Carriage of Dangerous Goods on the River Rhine.


Type G Notation assigned to tankers carrying liquefied gases built and equipped in compliance either with the applicable GL Rules or with the ADN or ADNR Regulations for this type of vessel


Type N closed Notation assigned to type N tankers with a cargo venting system of “closed venting” design


Type N open Notation assigned to type N tankers with a cargo venting system of “open venting” design


Type N open – Bilges-boat

Notation assigned to type N bilgesboats with a cargo venting system of “open venting” design

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[4.2.8] and Table 2 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations), Chapter 3, Section 2

Type N open – Bunker-boat

Notation assigned to type N bunkerboats with a cargo venting system of “open venting” design


Type N open with flame arresters

Notation assigned to type N tankers with a cargo venting system of “open venting with flame arresterts” design


Flash point > 60 °C Notation assigned to tankers intended to carry only such type of products, under certain conditions


Additional Class Notations – for Tugs/Pushers DGD Notation assigned to tugs or pushers which are part of a pushed

convoy or side-by-side formation comprising a dry cargo vessel carrying dangerous substances

DGL Notation assigned to tugs or pushers which are part of a pushed convoy or side-by-side formation comprising a tank vessel carrying dangerous substances

I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 2, Section 2,[7.2.1] and Table 2 I-2-D, Additional Requirements for Notations, Chapter 3, Section 1, [4]

Additional Class Notation – Related to Class Laid-up Notation indicating the expiry of the Class I-2-A, Classification and Surveys, Chapter 1, Section 3, [6.1.2]. and

Chapter 2, Section 2, Table 2.

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Brief description (For details see GL Rules I-0-0, Classification and Surveys)

Underlying GL-Rules

3. Yachts and Small Watercraft from 6 to 24 m in Length Character of Classification for the ship´s hull

100A5 The ship´s hull fully (100 %) complies with the requirements of the GL Construction Rules. Duration of class period 5 years.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, F.2.1.1 I-3-3, Yachts and Boats up to 24 m

Character of Classification für machinery installations MC Y The machinery was manufactured under supervision of GL and

complies with the GL Construction Rules. Issued only for watercraft with a total propulsion machinery output of more than 300 kW.

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, F.2.1.2 I-3-3, Yachts and Boats up to 24 m

Notations affixed to the Character of Classification – ranges of service I Unrestricted trade far away from coastlines II Voyages along the coastline, restricted to a sea area located at a

distance not exceeding 200 nautical miles III Voyages along the coastline, restricted to a sea area located at a

distance not exceeding 20 nautical miles IV Day trips between close ports along the coastline. Voyages are

restricted to a sea area located at a distance not exceeding 3 nautical miles.

V Trips on inland waterways. Voyages are restricted to shallows and/or sea areas located at a distance not exceeding 0,75 nautical miles from shore

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, F.1 und F.2.2.1 I-3-3, Yachts and Boats up to 24 m

Notations affixed to the Character of Classification – designation of types and use SAILING YACHT Sailing yacht MOTOR SAILER Motor sailer MOTOR YACHT Motor yacht SPECIAL SAILING YACHT

Special sailing yacht

SPECIAL MOTOR YACHT Special motor yacht RACING YACHT Racing motor yacht

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, F.1 und F.2.2.2.2 I-3-3, Yachts and Boats up to 24 m

Notations affixed to the Character of Classification – designation of types and use – yachts for commercial purposes TRAINING SAILING / MOTOR YACHT

Training sailing/motor yacht I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, F.1 und F.2.2.2.3 I-3-3, Yachts and Boats up to 24 m

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3. Yachts and Small Watercraft from 6 to 24 m in Length CHARTER SAILING / MOTOR YACHT

Charter sailing/motor yacht I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, F.1 und F.2.2.2.3 I-3-3, Yachts and Boats up to 24 m

Notations affixed to the Character of Classification – designation of types and use – watercraft used for commercial purposes or by authorities FISHING VESSEL Fishing vessel of 6 ≤ L ≤ 24 m.

For fishing vessels > 24 m see page 18. I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, F.1 und F.2.2.2.4 I-3-3, Yachts and Boats up to 24 m I-1-8, Fishing Vessels I-1-10, Refrigerating Installations

PATROL BOAT Patrol boat

WORK BOAT Work boat YDE Notation for craft constructed by using elements of Rules I-3-3

(Yachts and boats up to 24 m)

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, F.1 und F.2.2.2.4 I-3-3, Yachts and Boats up to 24 m

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Brief description (For details see GL Rules III-0-0, Classification and Surveys)

Underlying GL-Rules

4. Naval Ships Character of Classification for the hull structures 100Np The ship´s hull fully (100 %) complies with the requirements of

GL Construction Rules for Naval Ships. N is for Navy, p = duration of Class period [Jahre]. Normally, p = 5

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, 2.1 III-1-1, Hull Structures and Ship Equipment II-1- 6, Special Materials for Naval Ships

Characters of Classification for machinery installations MC The machinery and all installations including all electrical

installations comply with the requirements of GL Construction Rules for Naval Ships.

mc The machinery does not fully comply with the requirements of GL Construction Rules but functional safety and seaworthyness are ensured for the envisaged service.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, A.2.2 III-1-2, Propulsion Plants III-1-3a, Electrical Installations III-1-3b, Automation III-1-4, Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems

Character of Classification for Survey, Construction Supervision The hull, machinery as well as special equipment and

installations have been constructed under the supervision of and in accordance with the GL Rules for Naval Ships and with certification of components and materials.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, A.2.2 III-1-1, Hull Structures and Ship Equipment III-1-2, Propulsion Plants III-1-3a, Electrical Installations III-1-3b, Automation III-1-4, Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems

The ship has been designed and constructed in accordance with the rules and under supervision of another recognized Classification Society and is subsequently classed with GL.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, B.1.2

Character of Classification for Subdivision, Damage Stability Proof of subdivision and damage stability has been furnished for

the hull. III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, B.3.1

Proof of subdivision and damage stability has been furnished for the hull constructed in accordance with the Character of Classification .

Proof of subdivision and damage stability has been furnished for the hull constructed in accordance with the Character of Classification .

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, B.3.2

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Brief description Underlying GL-Rules (For details see GL Rules III-0-0, Classification and Surveys)

4. Naval Ships Notation for conformity with building specification CoC Certificate of Conformity. Notation for conformity of the ship with

the building specification. The certificate may also be issued to ships without GL Class.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.1.4

Notations for various types of ship AIRCRAFT CARRIER Notation indicating the ship type „aircraft carrier“ according to the

suggestion of the Naval Authority AMPHIBIOUS WARFARE SHIP

Notation indicating the ship type „amphibious warfare ship” according to the suggestion of the Naval Authority

CORVETTE Notation indicating the ship type „corvette“ according to the suggestion of the Naval Authority

CRUISER Notation indicating the ship type „cruiser“ according to the suggestion of the Naval Authority

DESTROYER Notation indicating the ship type „destroyer“ according to the suggestion of the Naval Authority

FRIGATE Notation indicating the ship type „frigate“ according to the suggestion of the Naval Authority

MINE WARFARE VESSEL Notation indicating the ship type „mine warfare vessel“ according to the suggestion of the Naval Authority

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.1.1

Notations for ship types with support functions PATROL BOAT Patrol boat III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.1.2

I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, F.1 and F.2.2.2.4 I-3-3, Yachts and Boats up to 24 m

SUPPLY VESSEL Supply vessel III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.1.2 III-1-4, Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems

Notations for ship types of spezial hull configuration and/or kind of propulsion HYDROFOIL Hydrofoil CATAMARAN Catamaran

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.1.3 I-3-1, High Speed Craft

WATER JET Water jet III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.1.3 III-1-2, Propulsion Plants, Section 7

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4. Naval Ships Notations for Naval High Speed Craft HSC-N High Speed Craft – Navy. Notation for craft types such as

Catamaran, SWATH, Hydrofoil, SES and ACV designed in accordance with the HSC Rules

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.1.4 I-3-1, High Speed Craft

Notation for Ship Types of Partly Conventional Hull AUX-NH Auxiliary ship – navy hull. The conventional portion is to be

agreed upon with the Naval Authority. III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.1.5 III-1-1, Hull Structures and Ship Equipment I-1-1, Hull Structures

Notation for Ship Hulls of Novel Design EXP For the ship or essential parts of the design sufficient experience

is not available. The Notation EXP may be cancelled following proof of efficiency of the design.


Notation for Submarines SUBMARINE Notation for submarines III-2-1, Submarines, Section 1, A.2.1 Notations for Subdivision, Damage Stability Z1D33 Z1D22 Z1D21 Z1D20 Z1D11 Z1D10

The proof of damage stability is specified by a 5-digit marking indicating the ship type, the stability assessment method and the subdivision status.


Notations for Ambient Conditions AC1 Ambient Conditions 1. Maximum inclinations, ship movements

and other limit conditions are the basis for the ship design.des Schiffes zugrunde gelegt.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.3.1 III-1-1, Hull Structures and Ship Equipment, Section 1, A.4., Tables 1.1 und 1.2

ACS Ambient Conditions Special. Special requirements for unusual types and/or tasks of naval ships. To be agreed upon case by case with tha Naval Authority.


Notations for Service Range t.b.d. Restricted service range. To be agreed upon case by case with

tha Naval Authority.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Part 0–Section 2, C.2.3.2

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4. Naval Ships Notations for the Hull Structures – Materials HIGHER STRENGTH HULL STRUCTURAL STEEL

Material for the hull structure is higher strength hull structural steel.l

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.1 II-1-1, Metallic Materials Principles and Test Procedures II-1-2, Metallic Materials Steel and Iron Materials II-1-6, Metallic Materials Special Materials for Naval Ships II-3-1, General Requirementa, Proof of Qualifications, Approvals II-3-2, Design, Fabrication and Inspection of Welded Joints II-3-3, Welding in the Various Fields of Application

ALUMINIUM Material for the hull structure is Aluminium III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.1 II-1-1, Metallic Materials Principles and Test Procedures II-1-3, Non-Ferrous Metals) II-3-1, General Requirementa, Proof of Qualifications, Approvals II-3-2, Design, Fabrication and Inspection of Welded Joints II-3-3, Welding in the Various Fields of Application

FRP Material for the hull structure is FRP (Fibre Reinforced Plastic) III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.1 II-2-1, Fibre Reinforced Plasticsa and Bonding II-2-3 Guidelines for Elastomeric Adhesives and Adhesive Joints)

Notations for Hull Structures – Special Analysis Procedures RSD Rational Ship Design. Notation for ships which are subject to

spezial analysis procedures). III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.2 III-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 4 V-1-1, Guidelines for Strength Analyses of Ship Structures with the Finite Element Method V-1-2, Guidelines for Fatigue Strength Analyses of Ship Structures

Notations for Hull Structures – Residual Strength RSM The ship´s hull still complies with the requirements for residual

strength and stability after a damage of defined extent. III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.3 III-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 2 III-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 21

Notations for Hull Structures – In-water Surveys IW The ship´s hull is specially equipped for in-water surveys as per

GL Construction Rules. III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.4 I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 3, C.1.7 I-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 34

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4. Naval Ships Notations for Hull Structures – Bridge Design NAV-O The bridge is designed in compliance with the GL Construction

Rules for one-man control consoles. NAV-O: For ocean areas

NAV-OC The bridge is designed in compliance with the GL Construction Rules for one-man control consoles. NAV-OC: For ocean areas and coastal waters.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.5 I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 3, C.1.1.5 I-1-11, Bridge Design on Seagoing Ships, One-Man Control Console

Notations for the Hull Structures – Structural Fire Protection SFP Notation for compliance with the requirements for fire-resisting

divisions, combustable materials, ventilation, etc.usw. III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.6 III-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 20

Notations for the Hull Structures – Navigation in Ice E The hull is designed for navigation in drift ice in mouths of rivers

and in coastal regions. Upon request, ice class E may be assigned independently for hull or machinery.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.7 III-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 13 III-1-2, Propulsion Plants, Section 9

Notations for the Hull Structures –Emergency Response Service ERS Ship data are made available in a database to provide �ssistance

in case of average with the aim of limiting damages. III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.8

Notations for Machinery – Automation AUT-N The machinery installation is fitted with equipment for safe

operation of the engines without any intervention by the crew over a period of at least 24 hoursunden.

AUT-Nnh The machinery installation is fitted with equipment for safe operation of the engines without any intervention by the crew over a period of at least n hoursunden.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1 III-I-3b, Automation

Notations for Machinery – Redundant Propulsion and Steering Systems RP1x% Redundant propulsion system with 2 independent propulsion

machines. RP2x% Redundant propulsion and steering system composed of 2

independent propulsion systems and 2 independent steering systems.

RP3x% Redundant propulsion and steering system composed of 2 independent propulsion systems and 2 independent steering systems, each of which is installed in separate compartments..

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2 III-1-2, Propulsion Plant, Section 2, K.

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4. Naval Ships Notations for Machinery – Dynamic Positioning Systems DP1 to DP3 Equipped with a dynamic positioning system. Depending on the

desired system reliability one of the following 3 Notations may be assigned: DP1 = non-redundant DP2 = redundant DP3 = redundant, separate compartments

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.1.9 III-1-2, Propulsion Plant, Section 7, K.

Notations for Machinery - Neuentwicklungen EXP For the machinery installation or essential parts of the design

sufficient experience is not available. The Notation EXP may be cancelled following proof of efficiency of the design.


Notations for Machinery - Submarines U The machinery including all electric installations complies with the

GL Rules for submersibles I-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.2.10 I-5-2, Submersibles

AIP-xxx Notation for Submarines or remotely operated vehicles having a rated output greater than or equal to 10 % of the rated output of the machinery installation. The wild-card symbol “xxx” designates the percentage share of the AIP system in relation to the rated output of the machinery installation

with AIP Notation for Submarines or remotely operated vehicles having a rated output lower than 10 % of the rated output of the machinery installation.

III-2-3, Guidelines for Air Independent Power Systems for Underwater Use, Section 1, A.4.

Notations for Machinery – Navigation in Ice E

The machinery installation is designed for navigation in drift ice in mouths of rivers and in coastal regions. Upon request, ice class E may be assigned independently for hull or machinery.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.2.4.7 III-1-1, Hull Structures, Section 13 III-1-2, Propulsion Plants, Section 9

Notations for Machinery – Ships with Partly Commercial Machinery Installations AUX-NM The machinery installations are partly built according to GL

Rules for commercial ships. The amount of commercial machinery is to be agreed upon between the Naval Authority and GL.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.3.6 I-1-2, Mashinery Installations I-1-3, Elektrical Installations I-1-4, Automation

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Brief description (For details see GL Rules III-0-0, Classification and Surveys)

Underlying GL-Rules

4. Naval Ships Notation for Spezial Equipment for Flight Operations FO The ship is equipped for flight operations. III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.4.1

III-1-1, Hull Structures and Ship Equipment, Section 23 III-1-4, Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems, Section 13.A.

Notations for Special Equipment and Installations – Lifting Appliances LA Notation for ships equipped with lifting appliances such as cranes

or lifts. Not applicable to lifting appliances for replenishment at sea.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.4.2.1 III-1-1, Hull Structures and Ship Equipment, Section 23 III-1-4, Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems, Section 13.A.

Notations for Special Equipment and Installations – Replenishment at Sea RAS Notation for ships equipped with installations for replenishment

at sea. This Notation may be assigned to the supplying ship as well as to the receiving ship.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.4.2.2 III-1-4, Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems, Section 4.A.

Notations for Special Equipment and Installations – Protection Against NBC Warfare NBC Notation for ships equipped with a citadel protecting against the

fall-out of NBC III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.4.2.3 III-1-4, Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems, Section 11.A.1 und Section 11.B.

Notations for Special Equipment and Installations – Diving Installations DI Notation for ships equipped with diving installations in

accordance with GL Rules. III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.4.2.4 III-1- 4, Ship Operation Installations and Auxiliary Systems, Section 18.A.

Notations for Special Equipment and Installations – Degaussing DEG Notation for ships equipped with an active degaussing system

reducing the magnetic signature. III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.4.2.5 III-1-3a, Electrical Installations, Section 12.F.

Notations for Special Equipment and Installations – Fuel Cell Systems FC-xxx Notation for watercraft with fuel cell systems the nominal power of

which is equal to or exceeds 10 % of the total nominal power of the machinery installation. xxx = percentage.

with FC Notation for watercraft with fuel cell systems the nominal power of which is below 10 % of the total nominal power of the machinery installation.

III-0-0, Classification and Surveys, Section 2, C.4.2.6 VI-3-11, Guidelines for the Use of Fuel Cell Systems on Board of Ships and Boats

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