Classification
Ensuring the safety and reliability of your maritime assets through world-class technical standards
Safeguarding Maritime Corridors.Advancing Decarbonized Fleets.
Operating as the Republic of Indonesia's sovereign classification society, BKI delivers direct statutory verification, structural integrity surveys, and IMO compliance across China's prime shipbuilding clusters, establishing unbroken assurance from the Yangtze River Delta to Southeast Asian sea-lanes.
Permanent Surveyor Stations:
Shanghai (Yangshan • Waigaoqiao)- Ningbo-Zhoushan Cluster
- Qingdao • Bohai Rim
- Guangzhou • Nansha
Empowering Global Maritime Excellence with Trusted Indonesian Leadership
Established in 1964 and backed by state-tier leadership (IDSurvey & Danantara), PT Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia (BKI) delivers world-class classification, statutory certification, and digital-driven marine solutions. We safeguard your fleet's compliance, efficiency, and global operational readiness
Since1964
Facing the Chinese market, Open a new service chapter
A China branch is currently being established. During this preparatory phase, please direct any inquiries regarding classification, transfers of class, or surveys through BKI’s existing communication channels.
- 15,200+
- Classed Vessels & Assets
- 100%
- Flag Sovereign Mandate
- 4–12h
- Yard SLA Mobilization
- 60+Yrs
- Technical Governance
Practicing credible technical standards, Support every navigation decision
As the national classification society of Indonesia and the holding entity of IDSurvey, BKI, under the authorization of the Indonesian Ministry of Transportation, conducts statutory compliance, technical standard, and maritime engineering surveys, while remaining committed to aligning with the IACS quality roadmap.
Learn More - BKI Technical Standards and Sovereign GovernanceServices
From Classification Compliance to Maritime Technical Support
Statutory
Authorized to conduct mandatory surveys and certifications for global maritime compliance
Marine Services
End-to-end technical support from asset inspection to advanced testing and analysis
BKI Academy
World class training and certifications for industry professionals
Energy and Industry
Extending our techincal expertise to oil & gas, manufacturing and critical infrastrucre
Others
Pioneering digital solutions, green initiatives and other specialized services
Related Resources: Condition Assessment Program (CAP) · Type Approval for Marine Materials ·
Welding Inspector Certification · Guidelines for Remote Surveys
Why Shipowners & Chinese Shipyards Partner with BKI
Established in 1964 and backed by state-tier leadership (IDSurvey & Danantara), PT Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia (BKI) delivers world-class classification, statutory certification, and digital-driven marine solutions. We safeguard your fleet's compliance, efficiency, and global operational readiness
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Direct Sovereign Flag Authority
Zero intermediary agencies. As Indonesia’s official sovereign RO directly mandated by HUBLA, BKI issues binding interim & full-term statutory certificates immediately, ensuring vessels sail on schedule without third-party clearance friction.
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4-Hour Yard Mobilization SLA
Resident senior surveyors are permanently deployed across Shanghai, Ningbo-Zhoushan, Bohai Rim (Dalian/Tianjin), and Guangzhou Huangpu, guaranteeing rapid emergency on-site attendance for drydocks and berths within 4 to 12 hours.
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Frictionless Dual Class Protocols
Seamless Transfer of Class (TOC) agreements and dual-class procedures established with major international societies including CCS, DNV, LR, and ClassNK for export bulkers, container tonnage, and chemical newbuild handovers.
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Bilingual Technical Liaison
Our naval architects and surveyors are fluent in both Mandarin and English. We intimately understand Chinese shipyard fabrication sequences, enabling rapid plan resolution, swift PSC rectifications, and clear owner communications.
China Project Consulting
Shanghai (Yangshan, Waigaoqiao) / Ningbo-Zhoushan / Qingdao, Bohai Rim (Dalian, Tianjin) / Guangzhou (Huangpu, Nansha)
The above areas are used for demand communication and do not mean that branches or resident service stations in China have been opened.
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Ready to Dispatch a Surveyor or Initiate Class Transfer?
Connect directly with our Shanghai Lujiazui or Guangzhou Pazhou liaison engineers. We ensure initial plan review feedback within 24 hours and surveyor deployment across major Chinese shipyards and drydocks within 4 to 12 hours.
Contact Us - Dispatch a BKI Surveyor or Initiate Class Transfer