Bureau Veritas (BV) has awarded Everllence a landmark Type Approval for its PrimeServ Assist solution, streamlining the SMART(MH3) class notation for vessels. This certification, achieved in collaboration with Wah Kwong Maritime Transport, confirms compliance for two-stroke and four-stroke engine monitoring via the CEON cloud platform. As the first engine designer to receive this status, Everllence is setting a new digital standard for maritime operational efficiency and safety.
Denmark | March 17, 2026 – In a major move for maritime digitalization, Bureau Veritas (BV) has officially awarded Everllence the Smartship Software Type Approval Certification (TAC) and Smart Service Supplier recognition for its PrimeServ Assist platform.
The certification, announced March 17, 2026, confirms that Everllence’s digital monitoring suite complies with the rigorous standards of the SMART(MH3) additional class notation, a designation reserved for “augmented ships” using advanced technology to optimize safety and maintenance.
Streamlining the Path to Digital Class
One of the most critical aspects of this announcement is the efficiency it offers shipowners. Traditionally, achieving smart notations involves exhaustive manual verification. Under this new approval:
- 80% Pre-Verified: Everllence’s software now covers approximately 80% of the required validation and documentation for the SMART(MH3) notation.
- Reduced Lead Time: Shipowners only need to complete vessel-specific elements, significantly shortening the administrative path to full class approval.
Scope of the Certification
The approval process involved a comprehensive audit by Bureau Veritas of Everllence’s entire digital ecosystem, specifically:
- CEON Cloud Platform: The backbone supporting the data processing for PrimeServ Assist.
- Engine Monitoring & Advisory: Real-time health services for both two-stroke and four-stroke engines.
- Remote Operation Centers (ROCs): Currently covering two-stroke engines, with four-stroke capabilities scheduled to follow.
The Role of Wah Kwong Maritime Transport
The certification was granted as part of the classification for two newbuilds owned by the Hong Kong-based Wah Kwong Maritime Transport. Wah Kwong acted as the bridge between the manufacturer (Everllence) and the class society (BV) to ensure the data-driven insights translated into practical, shore-based decision-making.
Leadership Perspectives
Alex Gregg-Smith, President, Marine & Offshore at BV said “This approval reflects the growing role of class-recognised digital solutions in strengthening vessel reliability. It gives shipowners confidence to advance digitalisation while supporting safety and performance.”
Stig Holm, Head of Marine & Power, Digital & Academies at Everllence said“SMART(MH3) enables shipowners to document their use of a class-approved Smart System, making vessel operation more efficient while minimising off-hire. This positions Everllence as the first engine designer to receive this TAC from Bureau Veritas.”
Strategic Insight for Maritime Professionals
For the bunkering industry, this certification is a signal that engine-integrated data is becoming the standard for operational transparency. As vessels move toward “augmented” status:
- Fuel Optimization: Tools like PrimeServ Assist provide the data needed to correlate fuel quality (bunker data) with real-time engine performance.
- Maintenance Predictability: The SMART(MH3) notation allows for “Condition-Based Maintenance,” reducing the likelihood of engine failure due to poor fuel or mechanical stress.
- Regulatory Proof: Having 80% of the digital infrastructure pre-approved by BV makes it easier for owners to prove compliance with tightening international carbon and efficiency mandates.
About Bureau Veritas
Bureau Veritas (BV), founded in 1828, is a world leader in inspection, certification, and laboratory testing services with a powerful purpose: to shape a world of trust by ensuring responsible progress. With a vision to be the preferred partner for customers’ excellence and sustainability, the company innovates to help them navigate change. With over 84,000 employees in 140 countries, BV brings unparalleled expertise in sustainability, safety, and technological advancement.
About Everllence
Everllence is a global leader in decarbonization and propulsion systems for shipping, energy, and industry. the company’s portfolio spans advanced engine technology, climate-neutral fuel retrofits, carbon capture, hydrogen systems, and industrial heat pumps. Through its subsidiary Quest One, Everllence also supports green hydrogen production at scale. With 15,000 employees across more than 140 sites worldwide, Everllence’s service arm, Everllence PrimeServ, provides global after-sales support.
Source: Everllence