Ships Classification Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. （abbreviated SCM） was established in 1994, inspired by
the awareness between local professionals and
entrepreneurs that the need for such
Classification Society is vital in the growing
maritime industry in Malaysia.

SCM began her operation in 1997 with the mandate
and recognition given by the Malaysian Marine
Department to classify Malaysian flag vessels
operating within the Malaysia Near Coastal
trading limits. Since then, SCM is the only local
organization recognized to undertake the
classification of Malaysian-registered ships
within the country.

However, the service limitation had been lifted
by the Government of Malaysia vide the
Appointment Letter from the Minister of Transport Malaysia dated 14th December 2007 according to
section 10（2A） of Malaysian Shipping Ordinance
1952. Today, after over a decade in operation,
SCM has grown tremendously in its manning
capacity and the total of number of ships classed.

The business services provided by SCM are not
only limited to Classification of Ships, however
SCM has been actively involved in a number of Non-Classification activities which includes Project / Management Consultancy and Supervision,
Company Audit and Maritime Security and
Third Party Inspection. SCM has been appointed as Recognised Security Organisation （RSO） by the
Marine Department of Malaysia for approval and
verification of ships security plan / assessment
under the International Ships and Port Facilities Security （ISPS） Code.

Efforts are being made for SCM to be involved in
the offshore industries which include designs,
approvals, inspections and certification of
offshore structures, pipelines, facilities and
equipments.