China Classification Society
| 中国船级社 | |
Seal of the China Classification Society | |
| Abbreviation | CCS |
|---|---|
| Formation | original: 1956 current: 1993 |
| Type | Ship classification |
| Headquarters | Chuanjian dasha, Dongzhimen Dajie Nan No.9, Beijing |
Region served | Global |
| Membership | International Association of Classification Societies |
Director General | Sun Feng (孙峰) |
Parent organization | Ministry of Transport |
| Staff | 5,500 |
| Website | http://www.ccs.org.cn/ |
The China Classification Society (CCS) is a state-owned enterprise directly under the Ministry of Transport of the People's Republic of China, in charge of the classification of ships and offshore installations. It was originally established in 1956 as a ministry bureau, and was reorganized as a corporation in 1993. The CCS is one of the 13 formal members of the International Association of Classification Societies. It is headquartered in Beijing.