극지운항 선박용 기자재의 국제협약 및 선급 요구사항

Safety and environmental standards for ships operating in cold climates and ice covered waters include international regulations, regional regulations as well as classification requirements, and are requesting a more unified approach to the requirements for the design and operation of ships for service in the Arctic. The first edition of the Polar Class Rules, based on the IACS Unified Requirements for Polar Ships, was published in January 2008 edition of the Ship Rules to promote the safety of navigation and to prevent pollution from ship operations. Polar Class notations cover design requirements for hull structure and machinery systems in low temperature, and are intended for vessels operating Arctic or sub-Arctic waters during independent operation or with assistance from icebreakers at all times. In this study, rules for winterization of ships intended for cold climate operation over longer periods are explained.