Shipbuilding

Navigating Compliance Across Global Waters for the Shipbuilding Industry

Why CDX for Shipbuilding?

Security, sustainability, and compliance are critical in the shipbuilding industry - especially as the Hong Kong Convention (HKC) enters into force in June 2025. CDX helps shipbuilders meet and maintain these rising standards by supporting Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) documentation not only at build time, but throughout the vessel's lifecycle.

Built with deep industry insight, CDX is aligned with shipowners', operators', and manufacturers' needs. Its robust supply chain workflows, centralized substance data, and regulatory-aligned reporting - compatible with IHM, REACH, and SCIP - make compliance efficient and auditable. As environmental regulations and ESG demands increase, CDX gives shipbuilders the tools to identify both hazardous and valuable materials, enabling safer recycling and improved lifecycle value.

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Key Features of CDX for the Shipbuilding Industry

Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM)

CDX helps collect and aggregate all data necessary for the initial creation and ongoing maintenance of the IHM.

Material Declaration (MDs)

The system supports requests for material declarations from Tier-1 suppliers, in line with the requirements of the Hong Kong Convention (HKC).

Supplier Declaration of Conformity (SDoC)

SDoCs can be managed across multiple levels - from individual products to the entire organization.

Full Material Declaration (FMD)

While partial declarations are supported, full declarations provide a complete digital picture of a ship´s material composition. This simplifies IHM updates and enables evaluation against various regulations such as RoHS, Conflict Minerals, or critical raw materials.

Interfaces

CDX supports data exchange with other systems, companies, and industries. This reduces workload and increases supplier willingness to provide data (e.g., REST API, IPC Interfaces, Import from IMDS, SCIP Interface).

Streamlined Responsible Sourcing

CDX simplifies due diligence by helping you identify high-risk smelters and collect sourcing data for 3TG, Cobalt, and Mica. This enables informed supplier conversations and supports smarter, more ethical sourcing decisions.

Benefits of Using CDX

CDX simplifies and streamlines regulatory compliance across industries by offering a powerful platform for material data management. It ensures compliance with global regulations, enhances supply chain transparency, and reduces operational risk.

Comprehensive Regulatory Compliance Across Multiple Industries

CDX supports compliance with major global regulations like REACH, RoHS, SCIP, PFAS, California Proposition 65, EU POPs, TSCA, EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542), and more.
CDX includes substance lists like AD-DSL, HEDSL, GADSL, RISL, and the IAEG PFAS List, ensuring industry-specific compliance coverage.

Simplified Supply Chain Communication

Built-in workflows and multilingual communication tools enable seamless data exchange between suppliers and customers.
Free for suppliers to respond to material data requests, improving data accuracy and response rates.
CDX enables multi-tier data requests and traceability, reducing manual follow-ups and ensuring a smoother compliance process.

SCIP Database Integration

CDX automates the creation and submission of SCIP dossiers, ensuring compliance with EU Waste Framework Directive requirements.
It supports ECHA´s API for direct uploads and manages required data such as substance of concern, article identifiers, and material categories.

Automated Data Collection and Reusability

CDX allows for data reuse by linking material declarations (MDS) and supplier inputs across multiple products and customers.
It includes tools to import/export standardized data (e.g., IPC-1752A, IPC-1754), minimizing duplication and saving time.

Risk Mitigation

Helps prevent product recalls by ensuring accurate tracking of hazardous and restricted substances throughout the product lifecycle.
Supports early detection of non-compliant materials, reducing regulatory exposure and costly late-stage design changes.

Security & Data Protection

Adheres to high security standards such as ISO certifications and Oracle-powered cloud infrastructure.
Ensures secure data storage, controlled access, and compliance with global data protection regulations.

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Easy Integration with Existing Systems

Offers APIs and web services for smooth connection to ERP, PLM, and other enterprise systems.
Compatible with multiple data formats including IPC, IEC, and IMDS, reducing technical friction.

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One Platform - Two Powerful Solutions

Material Data Reporting

Stay ahead of global regulations like REACH, SCIP, and RoHS with CDX´s Material Data Reporting tools. Collect, validate, and share material data across your supply chain with ease. Our advanced features ensure compliance, transparency, and streamlined communication.

Simplify material data collection and reporting
Leverage advanced analytics for compliance insights
Seamlessly integrate with standards like IPC-1754 and IEC 62474

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Responsible Minerals Reporting

Take control of your conflict minerals compliance with our Responsible Minerals Reporting solution. Designed for regulatory frameworks like the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation and the U.S. Dodd-Frank Act, CDX empowers your team to meet due diligence requirements and drive sustainable sourcing.