Founded 1861

RINA

Genoa, Italy

RINA provides ship and offshore-unit classification and statutory certification, including quality assurance and inspection of hull-related components and marine equipment. It is a founding member of IACS and operates as a broader multi-sector testing, inspection, and certification group.

Headquarters
Genoa, Italy
Founded
1861
Website
www.rina.org

Notable facts

  • Founded in Genoa in 1861 as Registro Italiano Navale, the third-oldest ship classification register in the world after Lloyd's Register and Bureau Veritas
  • Head office remains in Genoa, Italy
  • Operates a network of over 200 offices in roughly 70 countries with about 5,300 employees

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