Indian Register of Shipping hosts commemorative Golden Jubilee celebration event at Visakhapatnam

Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) held a commemorative event of its Golden Jubilee celebrations at Visakhapatnam, on 3rd October 24. The event was attended by a distinguished group of senior maritime professionals and stakeholders from the East Coast of India, with large attendance from the Indian Navy, the Indian Coast Guard, shipyards, and shipowners, including representatives from Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Hyderabad and Chennai. This was the second celebratory event in IRS’ Golden Jubilee year, following the function held at New Delhi on 14th August 2024.

The Chief Guest for the event was Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, and the Guests-of-Honour were Commodore Hemant Khatri, CMD, Hindustan Shipyard Ltd. and Commodore P R Hari, CMD, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Arun Sharma, Executive Chairman IRS, highlighted the growth story of the organisation from its formation in April 1975, to an internationally recognised ship classification society over the past five decades. He thanked the maritime and defence fraternity on the East Coast for their support. He also mentioned the future trends in the maritime industry, with greater emphasis on environmental protection. A corporate video was screened, followed by a presentation showcasing the present activities of IRS and its ability to meet current and future needs of the international maritime industry.

Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar addressed the gathering, commending the strengthening partnership between the Indian Navy and IRS, stated, “Our collaboration with IRS has grown significantly over the years, reinforcing the vital role both institutions play in safeguarding maritime interests and ensuring operational excellence across the sector.”

The Guests-of-Honour, Commodore Khatri and Commodore Hari, appreciated the services rendered by IRS to their shipyards, and congratulated the organisation on the large strides it has successfully taken in enlarging the scope of services provided to its clients as well as the organisation’s contributions towards advancing safety and quality.

About Indian Register of Shipping

Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) is an international ship classification society providing ship classification and certification as well as technical inspection services. IRS is a Member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).

Covering a wide range of shipping, offshore and industrial projects, their team of dedicated professionals brings international standardisation and assurance to your doorstep.

For more information on IRS, please visit: http://www.irclass.org

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Chetan Desai, Managing Director, Navigate PR
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Lissa Johari, Account Manager, Navigate PR
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Santosh Patil, Indian Register of Shipping
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