UKAS-accredited asbestos management and IHM surveys for vessels and offshore environments, from an independent consultancy with over 15 years of marine sector experience.
HFS Environmental has been providing specialist asbestos consultancy and analytical services to the marine and offshore sectors since 2004. We deliver the full range of asbestos services for vessels and offshore assets under our dual UKAS accreditations (ISO/IEC 17020 as an Inspection Body and ISO/IEC 17025 as a Testing Laboratory), supporting shipowners, shipyards, classification bodies, and marine operators worldwide.
An IHM is a mandatory document required for commercial ships under EU Ship Recycling Regulation 1257/2013 and the Hong Kong Convention. It records all hazardous materials on board a vessel, including asbestos, to support safe operation, maintenance, and eventual recycling.
Part I is prepared during the vessel's operational life and updated as changes occur. Part II documents operationally generated wastes accumulated during the vessel's life. Part III covers stores on board at the time of recycling. All three are required for compliant ship recycling.
Yes. HFS has over 15 years of marine and offshore experience and delivers asbestos surveys, air monitoring, and IHM documentation for vessels worldwide, working with shipowners, shipyards, and classification bodies internationally.
