ClassNK granted the Innovation Endorsement for Products and Solutions to the Hydroponic Vegetable Cultivator for Ships developed by HSN-Kikai Kogyo and confirmed that the ELW notation, which identifies ships where efforts are made to improve living and working conditions on board, can be applied to registered ships equipped with the product.
To promote the dissemination and development of innovative technologies, ClassNK grants these endorsements. The organization supports the implementation of products and services through third-party certification for equipment and software technology with innovative functions.
The hydroponic vegetable cultivator for ships proposes the automated cultivation of fresh vegetables on board with safe operation thanks to its impact and vibration resistant design and prevents leaks thanks to measures against rolling and pitching.
