India's Ship Certifier De-Classifies 235 Vessels Over Sanctions Since 2023

India's ship certifier has taken significant action regarding vessel classifications. The organization de-classed a total of 235 vessels starting in 2023. This action was taken in response to international sanctions. The move highlights the impact of global regulations on shipping. Business Standard reported on the scale of these de-classifications. The vessels affected were removed from specific classification registers. This development underscores the compliance challenges in maritime trade. The data covers the period from 2023 up to the present reporting.