DNV
DNV (Det Norske Veritas) is an international accredited registrar and classification society headquartered in Høvik, Norway. It was originally founded in 1864 in Norway and has grown to become one of the world's leading providers of risk management and quality assurance services.
Core Areas of Operation:
Maritime: DNV is one of the world's leading classification societies, providing services for the safe and reliable operation of ships and offshore structures. Their classification services involve technical assessments, certification, and verification to ensure that marine structures comply with set standards.
Oil & Gas: The company offers a wide range of technical and advisory services to the oil and gas industry. This includes risk management, technical assurance, and project implementation support across the entire value chain, from exploration and production to refining and distribution.
Energy: DNV is heavily involved in the energy sector, including renewables like wind and solar energy, as well as traditional energy sources. They provide certification, advisory, and risk management services to ensure the efficiency and safety of energy systems.
Business Assurance: The company offers certification, assessment, and training services to various industries. This includes quality management systems, environmental management systems, and health and safety standards.
Digital Solutions: DNV is focusing increasingly on digital transformation. They offer software and digital solutions that help clients manage risk, improve safety, and optimize operations. This includes services like data analytics, cyber security, and digital twins â virtual replicas of physical systems used for simulation and analysis.
Healthcare and Life Sciences: DNV offers certification and advisory services in the healthcare sector, ensuring that hospitals and healthcare organizations comply with international standards for quality and safety.
Milestones:
- 1864: Founded to inspect and evaluate the technical condition of Norwegian merchant vessels.
- 2013: Merged with Germanischer Lloyd, another leading classification society, to form DNV GL.
- 2021: Rebranded back to DNV.
Global Presence:
DNV operates in more than 100 countries and employs around 12,000 people globally. The company has a diverse clientele across multiple sectors including maritime, oil and gas, energy, healthcare, food and beverage, and many others.
Commitments to Sustainability:
DNV is committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and aims to contribute positively to global sustainability efforts. They offer services that help organizations minimize their environmental footprint and improve their sustainability practices.
Innovation and Research:
The company invests significantly in research and development, focusing on innovation and technological advancement. They have a number of joint industry projects and partnerships with academic institutions to stay at the cutting edge of industry standards and technology.
Unique Selling Proposition:
- Extensive industry expertise
- Global reach with a local presence
- Strong focus on digital transformation and sustainability
- Comprehensive range of risk management and quality assurance services
DNV's broad range of services and commitment to sustainability and innovation make it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide, helping them navigate complex challenges and achieve operational excellence.
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- Web: www.dnv.com
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DNV News
New DNV GL Standard Ensures Reliable DP Capability Assessments
DNV GL presented its new standard for assessing the station keeping capability of DP (dynamic positioning) vessels at the European Dynamic Positioning Conference in London.
PC Maritime Earns DNV-GL Certification
DNV-GL has issued an official certificate for PC Maritimeâs Navmaster ECDIS after the company passed all the tests. Navmaster ECDIS is up-to-date against all currentâŚ
DNV GL to certify 50 IHMs for Norddeutsche Reederei
DNV GL and Norddeutsche Reederei H. Schuldt have signed a contract to carry out Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) certifications for the shipping companyâs managed fleet of more than 50 vessels.
DNV GL Certifies Siemensâ 8 MW Offshore Wind Turbine
DNV GL has assessed the marketâs new offshore turbine in development and awarded Siemens Wind Power with the Prototype Certificate for its 8 megawatt (MW) offshore wind turbine SWT-8.0-154.
DNV GL forms Committee for Offshore Equipment Manufacturers
The NAOEMC is comprised of a group of industry experts and leaders that establish expectations and align the industry for future growth and development in offshore equipment manufacturing.
DNV GL Launches North American OEM Committee
DNV GL's Center of Excellence for Drilling & Well Control Equipment recently hosted the inaugural gathering of the North American Offshore Equipment Manufacturers' Committee (NAOEMC).
DNV GL to Class Endeavor Expedition Yachts
MV WERFTEN said it has contracted DNV GL for the classification of the Endeavor-class vessels. The contract includes three 20,000 GT mega yachts, which will be three of the first passenger ships to be classified according to the new DNV GL rules. Due to become the worldâs largest expedition yachts with ice class, the Endeavor newbuildings will be fabricated at MV WERFTEN in Stralsund from 2017 and delivered to luxury cruise line Crystal Yacht Expedition Cruises in 2019, 2020 and 2021.
Seatrans Ship Management and DNV GL ink ECO Insight contract
The Norwegian company Seatrans Ship Management has signed up 20 vessels to the DNV GL fleet performance management solution ECO Insight. The contract covers 13 chemicalâŚ
DNV GL Assists John Laing in Horath Onshore Wind Farm
DNV GL, the world largest resource of independent energy experts, has assisted John Laing, a leading international originator, investor and manager of infrastructure projectsâŚ
DNV GL On Regulatory Developments and Tanker Market
DNV GLâs Tanker Working Group looked at the latest trends in the tanker segment with a special focus on the impact of upcoming emissions regulations at its 31st meeting in Hamburg recently.
ROBA-DS Shaft Couplings Certified by DNV GL for Offshore
The compact and high performance ROBA-DS disk pack couplings by mayr power transmission have been certified by DNV GL. They ensure maximum possible operational andâŚ
DNV GL Awards Component Certificate to Ingeteam
DNV GL has awarded a component certificate to Spanish technology company Ingeteam for its new wind frequency converter INGECON WIND DFM 3000 family. The INGECONâŚ
DNV GL Certificates Support Envision
DNV GL has issued full type certificates for Envisionâs 2.3 MW turbine EN115-2.3. and 3.0 MW turbine EN120-3.0. This is an important milestone for the smart energyâŚ
DNV GL Debuts Tool to Support Wider Adoption of LNG as Fuel
European Autumn Gas Conference, The Hague: Greater use of LNG as fuel would reduce global emissions of greenhouse gases, but barriers remain to its widespread adoption.
DNV GL Adds New Functionality to ECO Insight
The latest release of DNV GLâs fleet performance management solution ECO Insight adds a range of new analytical and reporting features to the market leading portal.
DNV GL Innovation Day Singapore Focused on Future of Shipping
Drones, remote inspection technologies and insights on cybersecurity were some of the main topics discussed at the DNV GL Innovation Day in Singapore. Some 120 representatives from shipownersâŚ
DNV GL Brings Wind Industry Leaders Together in âValidation of Turbulence Modelsâ
Together with global partners, DNV GL, the worldâs largest resource of independent energy experts and renewables certification body, has launched a Joint IndustryâŚ
DNV GL approves Vard LNG-bunker Ship Design
DNV GL has awarded Vard Engineering Brevik AS with an Approval in Principle (AiP) for their new 6,500 m3 bunker vessel design. The design has been evaluated forâŚ
DNV GL Approves Modification for Semi-Submersible Rigs
Following the accident involving COSLInnovator on 30 December 2015, some 100 semi-submersible rigs approved by DNV GL will be reviewed. Preliminary assessments indicateâŚ
DNV GL AiP for Vard's LNG Bunker Vessel Design
DNV GL has awarded Vard Engineering Brevik AS with an Approval in Principle (AiP) for their new 6,500 m3 bunker vessel design. The design has been evaluated for compliance with the DNV GL Gas Bunker rules, the applicable Gas Carrier rules as well as the IGC Code's 2016 edition. "The excellent cooperation between DNV GL and Vard resulted in a development enabling flexibility and quality assurance of our design.
