France, April 29 -- Classification society Bureau Veritas (BV) has released an updated edition of its NR 678 Rule Note for the classification of hydrogen-fuelled ships.The updated guidelines build upon the initial framework introduced in 2023, reflecting the evolving technological landscape and increasing industry focus on hydrogen as a marine fuel. According to a statement from Bureau Veritas, the updated NR 678 Rule Note incorporates feedback from pilot projects and addresses advancements in hydrogen storage, distribution, and utilization on board vessels.The rules cover aspects such as risk assessment, system design, installation, and testing procedures for both fuel cell and internal combustion engine applications of hydrogen. The move ...