Lloyd's Register
LR
Lloyd’s Register (LR) is one of the oldest maritime classification societies, founded in 1760, and a full IACS member headquartered in London.
How to Verify
1. Access vessel records through the LR website
Class records and certificate status for LR-classed vessels are available through lr.org. Search by IMO number to check current class and certification status.
2. Verify the certificate reference
LR certificates carry a unique certificate reference number. Contact LR directly through lr.org if the record cannot be confirmed online.
3. Check the issuing entity
The genuine entity is “Lloyd’s Register” — do not confuse with Lloyd’s of London (a separate insurance market) or with variations such as “Lloyd’s Maritime Register,” which are not the genuine classification society.
4. Red flags
- Certificate refers to “Lloyd’s” without specifying “Lloyd’s Register” specifically
- The classification website is not
lr.org - No unique certificate reference number
- Certificate contact email is not at an
lr.orgaddress