Current trends in offshore exploration and production involve increasing risks and technical challenges. To meet these needs ABS provides both certification and classification for projects around the world.

Just as technical requirements vary by region, ABS Rules and Guides provide the necessary guidance to reduce project downtime and ensure the highest safety and quality standards available.

Additionally, ABS acts as liaison on behalf of government agencies to facilitate the reviews and surveys conducted to fulfill the regulatory requirements of these agencies.

Classification provides benefits to a project that results in a safer facility while reducing the workload of the client's project staff.