Class & Statutory Surveys
Prompt, reliable surveys performed in line with applicable class rules and international conventions, including SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, ISPS and MLC.
International maritime classification & certification
Confidence at sea.
Clarity on shore.
Normline Bureau of Shipping delivers responsive classification, statutory survey, certification and verification services for safer, compliant vessel operations.
Class & statutory surveys
24/7 technical support
Secure digital records
About Normline
Independent expertise. Practical execution.
Normline Bureau of Shipping (NBS) is a dependable, forward-looking classification society focused on maritime safety, technical integrity and regulatory compliance.
We help shipowners and managers move forward with confidence - from classification transfer and statutory certification to day-to-day technical continuity.
Our technical team and surveyor network bring more than 20 years of hands-on maritime experience. Our core technical management includes professionals with previous senior class management experience in Türkiye for IACS member organisations, bringing rigorous international practice and clear decision-making to every assignment.
20+
Years of maritime experience
24/7
Technical response
Online
Fleet and certificate access
24/7 Technical Support
Practical assistance for time-critical technical matters, focused on clear decisions, regulatory continuity and minimising vessel downtime.
PSC Readiness & Support
Pre-PSC inspections and responsive support during Port State Control inspections to identify deficiencies early and reduce detention risk.
Digital Fleet Oversight
Secure, intuitive access to vessel certificates, survey status and technical records - whenever and wherever your team needs them.
Our objective is straightforward: high-quality, cost-effective classification support delivered with speed, transparency and personal attention. We look forward to building lasting partnerships and supporting the smooth transfer and continued operation of your vessels.
Authorised flag administration
Recognised by the Barbados Maritime Ship Registry.
NBS is officially authorised to act as a Barbados Recognised Organisation (RO), supporting statutory certification under the scope and degree of authorisation stated in the official agreement.
Barbados
Currently included on the Paris MoU White List, valid from 1 July 2026 to 6 July 2027. View the official list.
- Certificate ID
- BMSR-RO-26.001
- Status
- Authorised RO
- Issued
- 08 July 2026
- Valid until
- 08 July 2031*
*Validity remains subject to the intermediate audit stated in the official certificate.
Technical reference
Latest maritime circulars.
Browse active NBS and flag administration circulars currently held in our certification system. New circulars added to the system appear here automatically.
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Contact us
Let’s discuss your next requirement.
Whether you are planning a classification transfer, arranging a survey or seeking technical guidance, our team is ready to assist.
Email
info@normlinebureau.com
Office
Cevizli Mah. Mustafa Kemal Cad.
Hukukçular Towers Sitesi B Blok No. 66B
İç Kapı No. 55, Kartal
İstanbul, Republic of Türkiye
Hukukçular Towers Sitesi B Blok No. 66B
İç Kapı No. 55, Kartal
İstanbul, Republic of Türkiye
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