Classification societies
If there is any difference between the Icelandic and the English text, the Icelandic version is valid.
Classification societies carry out inspections of ships according to Rules on classification societies as well as Icelandic and International Rules according to contracts between them and the Icelandic Transport Authority.
In Iceland, the following classification societies are in operation:
Under the law and agreements with classification societies, the Icelandic Transport Authority supervises their operations.
Contracts with classification societies
Current contracts with recognised classification societies can be accessed here below.
DNV AS:
Bureau Veritas SA (BV):
Lloyd´s Register Group Limited (LR):
Laws and rules
Regulation no. 142/2004
EU directive no. 94/57/EB
Service provider
The Icelandic Transport Authority