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DNV is one of the world�s leading classification societies, and has worked to improve safety at sea since 1864.

Ship Classification

DNV currently classify more than 5100 ships totalling more than 101 million grt. This constitutes 16 percent of the world's fleet in tonnage terms.

Ship Classification is a system for safeguarding life, property and the environment at sea. It entails verification against a set of requirements during design, construction and operation of ships and offshore units. These requirements are based on the accumulated experience from DNV�s large classed fleet, research and development and almost 140 years of experience. Our surveyors stationed around the world work with customers to ensure compliance throughout the lifetime of the classified object.

Registers in DNV Maritime
DNV Maritime's registers, including up-to-date vessel class and survey status, Register of Vessels, Class Suspensions and Withdrawals, Approved Service Suppliers, and Approved Manufacturers and Products. more

Statutory Certification
DNV operates a world-wide network of survey stations and is authorised by more than 120 flag administrations to carry out surveys and, in most cases, issue statutory certificates on their behalf. more

DNV Exchange

Access to your vessel's class information and 3D model.

DNV Exchange is the PC and Internet-based class information service for shipowners, managers and masters, and provides reliable, up-to-date information on class and survey status, certificates, conditions of class and a wealth of other information, tools and services. Go to DNV Exchange or read more

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	INTERNATIONAL NEWS

[28/06/2006]
First ever Hardware In the Loop test certificate
The diving and construction support ship Acergy Osprey was in June issued the first ever Hardware In the Loop (HIL) test certificate following successful tests of the dynamic positioning (DP) system onboard.
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[20/06/2006]
Unique software support for Common Structural Rules
DNV has launched its new Nauticus Hull Software, which provides unique support for the Common Structure Rules for both tankers and bulk carriers, only two months after the rules came into force in April this year.
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[18/05/2006]
DNV expands its presence in China
DNV has officially opened its office in Ningbo in Zhejiang Province. The office brings the DNV Greater China network to 31 offices in 21 cities.
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[16/05/2006]
Conversion work for Frontline
Frontline has decided to develop a fleet of heavy lift ships. Together with its focus on floating oil production, this will extend the lifetime of this company�s Suezmax tankers which will be converted in China under DNV survey.
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[03/04/2006]
DNV opens Academy in Shanghai
DNV has officially opened its Maritime Academy in Shanghai. The Academy, DNV�s third in China, is dedicated to improving technological competence for industry practitioners.
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