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 – 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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DNV to Class Edda Wind's Two Newbuild CSOVs
DNV has signed a classification contract with offshore wind vessel owner Edda Wind for two new Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs). The contract was signed Wednesday at the Nor-Shipping trade event in Oslo, Norway.The vessels, being constructed to serve offshore wind farms during commissioning and operation, will be built at Colombo Dockyard in Sri Lanka. The two CSOVs, which will be hydrogen-ready…
SAFEMATE Autonomous Vesel Project Launched
A newly launched autonomous vessel project aims to improve and assess the safety and efficiency of autonomous navigation systems and deploy a pilot on an operational ferry.Partners DNV, Kongsberg Maritime, Kongsberg Seatex, Bastø Fosen and NTNU announced the launch of the new SAFE Maritime Autonomous Technology (SAFEMATE) project, at the Nor-Shipping trade fair on Tuesday.The promise of automating more functions in shipping shows great potential…
DNV Awards KNCC AIP for High Pressure LCO2 Transport Concept
Classification society DNV announced it has awarded approval in principle (AIP) to Knutsen NYK Carbon Carriers (KNCC) for its PCO2 tank system for the transportation of liquefied CO2 (LCO2).Many of the world’s decarbonization goals can only be met through use of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. But to make a meaningful impact on the climate challenge, all of the CCS chain must be deployed and then scaled rapidly.
Corvus' Hydrogen Fuel Cell System Gets AIP from DNV
Corvus Energy announced its hydrogen fuel cell system developed through the H2NOR project has received approval in principle (AIP) from classification society DNV for its safety solution enabling simplified placement of the system inside a ship’s hull.According to Corvus, the fuel cell system (FCS) is the first designed to be inherently gas safe, meaning that the surrounding machinery space will be considered gas safe under all conditions.
Ammonia-fueled Car Carrier Design Gets DNV Nod
Classification society DNV said it awarded an approval in principle (AIP) certificate to Shanghai Merchant Ship Design and Research Institute (SDARI) for its ammonia-fueled 7,000 CEU car carrier design.Ammonia is emerging as a promising alternative fuel option for shipping to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.SDARI's new ammonia-fueled pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) design is said to be the first from China.
DNV Grants AiP for Odfjell Oceanwind's Floating Wind Foundation Designed for up to 15MW Turbines
Classification society and assurance provider DNV has awarded Odfjell Oceanwind an Approval in Principle (AiP) for its new Deepsea Semi floating wind foundation design. The Deepsea Semi floating wind foundation design has been developed for use in floating wind farms and for off-grid applications including temporary electrification of oil and gas installations in harsh environments.The Deepsea Semi…
DNV Awards Type Approval for 3D Printing Feedstock
Voestalpine Böhler Welding Germany GmbH has become the first manufacturer worldwide to be awarded a Type Approval certificate from classification society DNV, for their solid wire 3Dprint AM 70/I1 feedstock. The Type Approval has been awarded based on DNV’s new class programme, DNV-CP-291 “Additive Manufacturing Feedstock”.The Type Approval certificate was presented to voestalpine Böhler Welding Germany GmbH during the DVS Congress held in Essen…
Collaboration Crucial for Decarbonization -MSC CEO
The CEO of container shipping giant MSC highlighted the importance of working together to achieve net decarbonization in a digital keynote speech at DNV’s ‘Fuel of the Future Conference’ on January 11, as part of the annual Nor-Shipping convention.In his speech, Soren Toft explained MSC’s views on the status of decarbonization in the container shipping sector, summarized how the company is approaching…
Forsee Power Earns DNV Certification for its Pulse 2.5 Marine Battery System
Forsee Power said it is now offering its Pulse 2.5 high-power battery module in a DNV-certified version for the marine sector.Harsh weather conditions at sea require rugged batteries, with solutions compatible with water, condensation, and humidity. As a result, the guarantees in terms of design and safety required by the classification society DNV are very high. This approval allows the various players…
“30 by '30” Target has Put U.S. Offshore Wind on the Map, Says DNV’s Galinski
Robert Galinski, Offshore Wind Director, Americas, DNV breaks down the potential for the U.S. Offshore Wind in the run up to 2030.Watch this short video interview with Robert Galinksi’s discussing the overall market potential:When the Biden Administration laid out its plan for 30 GW of offshore wind power by 2030, it “really put the offshore wind on the map,” said Galinski, in a recent interview with Maritime Reporter TV.
CETO JIP to develop Low Pressure Solutions for CO2 Ship Transport
Equinor, Shell, TotalEnergies, Gassco and DNV announced the kick-off of a new JIP to develop low-pressure solutions for the transportation of CO2 by ships. The CETO (CO2 Efficient Transport via Ocean) JIP will carry out the technology qualification of a low-pressure ship design and identify solutions to scale CO2 transportation volume, while reducing the associated risks, to support the development of opportunities in CCS.
Tilting Wind Sail Installed on Theater Ship
A unique "theater vessel" used by La Fura dels Baus and the production company Elipsis Onboard has been fitted with a tiltable wind sail propulsion system, helping to reduce the vessel's environmental footprint.bound4blue said its eSAIL system was installed on La Naumon during a recent docking at Spanish shipyard Astander.The 18-meter-high rigid sail, equipped with a tilting mechanism and an autonomous control system…
Partners Aim to Develop Low Pressure Solutions for CO2 Shipping
Energy companies Equinor, Shell, TotalEnergies, Gassco and classification society DNV have commenced a new joint industry project (JIP) to develop low-pressure solutions for the transportation of CO2 by ships. The CETO (CO2 Efficient Transport via Ocean) JIP will carry out the technology qualification of a low-pressure ship design and identify solutions to scale CO2 transportation volume, while reducing the associated risks, to support the development of opportunities in CCS.
DNV: Hexicon's TwinWay Floating Wind Concept Feasible for Further Development
Energy expert and assurance provider DNV has provided Swedish floating wind tech firm Hexicon with a Statement of Feasibility for its TwinWay demonstrator which will be installed and operated at Metacenter, off the coast of Norway. With achieving this first step in the certification process, DNV considers the TwinWay concept feasible for further development towards a full-scale demonstrator.The intention…
Offshore Wind Market Set to Accelerate in North America
While many challenges remain to deliver the full promise of U.S. offshore wind, so too do opportunities. Robert Galinski, DNV’s Offshore Wind Director, Americas discusses the pace and direction of the U.S. offshore wind market from the perspective of class.While Robert Galinski has served as DNV’s Offshore Wind Director, Americas, for just about one year, he is well-versed and long-tenured in the offshore wind sector in Europe and the U.S.
Offshore Wind to Require Ocean Space the Size of Italy by 2050
By mid-century, offshore wind will require ocean space which is equivalent to the landmass of Italy, and the industry will by then account for half of all the capex in the Blue Economy, according to DNV’s Ocean’s Future to 2050 report."The exponential growth of offshore wind power will be the main driver of a nine-fold increase in demand for ocean space by the middle of the century," DNV said.The growth…
DNV Grants AIP for Ammonia-fueled Zero-emissions Bulker
Classification society DNV has awarded approval in principle (AIP) for the ZeroCoaster ammonia fueled cargo ship, confirming an independent assessment that the ship's design is feasible and there are no obstacles to the design being commercially realized.The ZeroCoaster Consortium, led by Vard Engineering Brevik AS in partnership with ABB, Trosvik Maritime, AFC Energy, SINTEF Ocean and HK Shipping and is sponsored by the Norwegian Government…
DNV Publishes Standards for Remote Control Vessel Operators
Classification society DNV has introduced the shipping industry’s first competence standard for vessel remote control center operators (RCCO). The standard is supported by a new recommended practice that offers a certification scheme for RCCOs. Together, they provide a framework for training, assessing, and certifying personnel working in remote-control centers that support or manage operations at sea.
DNV Aims to Bolster Maritime Cyber Defense with Acquisition of Applied Risk
DNV will acquire industrial cyber security specialist Applied Risk, aiming to build the world’s largest industrial cyber security practice.Cyber threats to the maritime community is a large and growing problem, with the maritime industry experiencing a 400% increase in attempted attacks between February and June 2020, according to Naval Dome. As proven by well-publicized examples in recent years, recovery…
DNV Assesses Windship Technology's Zero Emissions Concept
Windship Technology said its Zero Emissions solution for shipping has been independently assessed by classification society DNV. By using data provided by Windship Technology – a British innovation company – DNV has performed an independent computer-based analysis of the concept’s emissions abatement potential.Simon Rogers, Technical Director of Windship Technology, said, “Today everything changes.
