NR584 Rules for Azimuth Thrusters in Ice for Polar Class Ships and Icebreakers

This Rule Note applies to podded propulsor, with or without nozzle and geared propulsor, with or without nozzle intended for navigation in ice-infested waters.

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NR584 R02Azimuth thrusters in ice for polar class ships and icebreakersApril 2026


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Check other Bureau Veritas rules and guidelines, including:

  • NR527 Rules for the classification of ships operating in polar waters and icebreakers

  • NI650 Guidelines for existing ships operating in polar waters
  • NI543 Ice reinforcement selection in different world navigation areas

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