RIMS BV has received a further two certifications from DNV GL and the Indian Class Register for the use of Remote Inspection Techniques (drones) during surveys of enclosed spaces.
New regulations issued by IACS ensure a certain quality standard to service suppliers who want to use drone technology during close surveys with RIMS being the first company that meets these requirements.
Quality Standard
David Knukkel, CEO of RIMS BV said; 'We are pleased that clear regulations have been defined towards the quality of inspections. It acknowledges the scenario of many hobby pilots applying for certification, who may have failed, due to lack of knowledge of the assets and experience to reach the required output. This diluted the market for professionals and did not install much confidence with end-users and Classification Societies to adopt the technology on a more widespread scale.'
Local Regulations
Although being recognised by the classification societies globally, drone inspections can still be a complex business. Local regulations to fly drones can vary from country to country, with restrictions on outdoor flights in some areas. All hurdles that have to be overcome.
Inspections in the Oil and Gas Industry
'Given our extensive maritime experience, we are investigating how we can set standards towards inspection quality in the oil and gas industry also, as this is a sector, we are currently active in, and who are yet to fully embrace the use of drones for inspection purposes,' added Knukkel.
Reduced Safety Risks and Cost-efficient
Now with certification from nine classification societies, RIMS has been able to demonstrate that drone technology with skilled pilots, reduces the safety risks and offer a much more cost-efficient solution for inspections of assets.
Picture: RIMS BV has now been certified by eight classification societies for the use of remote inspection techniques (drones) during surveys of enclosed spaces.
