2010-08-27
Climate change and healthcare on DNV agenda
Green mechanisms to limit greenhouse gas emissions and global healthcare issues, were addressed at a meeting with Norway’s diplomatic corps abroad.
2010-08-26
Asia’s First TOTS Compliant Cargo Handling Simulator validated by DNV
The performance of Asia's First Cargo Handling Simulator designed, set-up and owned by global simulation solution provider Applied Research International (ARI), is validated by the competency management arm of DNV, DNV SeaSkill.
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2010-08-24
DNV sets up Sustainability and Innovation division
New division aims to have a global impact on the sustainability agenda.
2010-08-13
Cooperation between Nemko and DNV
Oslo: Nemko and DNV have agreed to explore opportunities for developing a closer cooperation in selected product certification areas. The two companies have complementary strengths within areas such as the certification of equipment for use in explosive atmospheres and of medical devices.
2010-08-10
DNV’s published rules and standards are now easily accessible and changing format to become more user friendly
The July edition of the Rules is available for free online
2010-08-06
Students predict LNG preferred fuel
Oslo, 6 August: According to DNV’s summer students, LNG could easily become the most feasible means of fuel in short sea shipping. The students’ report was presented today in front of an audience of 200 people – including shipowners, representatives from the supply industry and Norwegian authorities.
2010-07-28
L&T continues to choose DNV for maritime training
DNV Academy recently inked three training contracts with L&T Shipbuilding Limited, the shipbuilding arm of India's leading engineering & construction powerhouses, Larsen & Toubro Ltd. (L&T), to train and develop the organizations graduate and diploma engineers.
2010-07-21
DNV SeaSkill bags maiden course certification contract
DNV Seaskill signs a course certification contract with maritime education and training provider, International Educational Council (IEC).
2010-07-21
First training course certified to the world’s only ice navigation standard
The Ship Manoeuvring Simulator Centre of Trondheim, Norway is the first training centre to have its navigation course certified to DNV’s ice navigation standard. “Representing the world’s only competence standard in this area we are stressing the importance that the additional challenges in Arctic waters must be met with a highly skilled crew,” says Jon Rysst, DNV’s regional manger of Norway, Finland and Baltics.
2010-07-14
DNV obtains accreditation for noise testing of wind turbines
DNV announces that its Seattle, Washington, office has been approved for accreditation by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) for acoustic noise emissions testing on wind turbines.
2010-06-22
Paving the way for ECA compliance
Geiranger: Strict emission limitations have been set forth for vessels operating in Emission Control Areas (ECAs). By understanding and managing the business risks involved, the emission reduction requirements can be turned into business benefits. DNV is now launching an ECA Survival Kit.
2010-06-16
DNV to advise Vietnam on LNG
Oslo: The Vietnamese Government has decided to start importing liquefied natural gas, and gasification terminals are already under development. Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister Hoang Trung Hai yesterday witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DNV at its headquarters in Oslo.
2010-06-08
Short sea shipping is the ideal case for LNG fuel
Athens: Heavy fuel oil is not an option for future shipping within ECAs. Alternatives have to be introduced. A DNV study concludes that LNG is the obvious alternative to satisfy future ECA requirements, particularly for the short sea shipping.
2010-06-08
New statistical product from DNV Petroleum Services captures global marine distillate quality
Singapore: DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) today unveils the maritime industry’s most comprehensive data service on marine distillate quality delivered to commercial vessels globally.
2010-06-07
DNV launches service to extend periods between dry dockings
Oslo: DNV now offers an Extended Dry Docking service, developed to enable shipowners to extend periods between dry-dockings.
2010-06-07
Demand for carbon footprint documentation in shipping
Athens: The DNV Triple-E environmental rating scheme has received a warm welcome in the shipping industry. This is the feedback after one year of pilot projects with a selection of ship-owners.
2010-06-07
DNV Research & Innovation takes lead on ship carbon capture
Athens: Working closely with local partners, DNV’s Research & Innovation centre in Piraeus, Greece has taken the lead in the development of maritime carbon capture technology and works towards new solutions for energy management and logistics.
2010-06-01
CDM a part of future emission trading schemes
Shanghai 01.06.2010: “CDM should play an important part in future emission trading schemes because it has demonstrated that it leads to both emission reductions and technology transfer,” said Senior Vice President Bjørn K. Haugland of DNV at a Sino-Norwegian round-table in Shanghai. DNV is building up its resources in China to meet the growing demand for services in the world’s largest market for CDM projects.
2010-05-31
LNG a key to cleaner shipping
Shanghai 29.05.2010: ”Global shipping can reduce its CO2 emissions by 30 % the next 20 years through measures that are profitable for the shipping companies. The single most effective move is to introduce LNG as fuel,” said Executive Vice President Remi Eriksen of DNV at a shipping summit in Shanghai.
2010-05-27
Surveying in cyberspace - increasing safety by improving training
Gdynia, Poland: The very first 3D survey simulator specially designed to improve safety in the shipping industry is now in use. By this - virtual ships used for extensive training, knowledge sharing and experience development are brought into the class rooms.
2010-05-27
Substantial savings through better risk management of offshore projects
Shanghai: “As much as 50 % of cost overruns and delays in offshore projects can be mitigated through better use of early risk reviews, technology qualification programs and classification schemes.
2010-05-18
New class notation for Integrated Software Dependent Systems released
Høvik: DNV has released a new class notation for Integrated Software Dependent Systems (ISDS). This notation represents the applicable best practices for work processes and quality assurance related to the full lifecycle of integrated systems.
2010-05-14
Largest bulk carrier delivered with DNV class
A Government of India-owned shipyard at Visakhapatnam, Hindustan Shipyard Ltd., recently delivered its first 53,000 dwt. bulk carrier, "Good Pride”, to Goodearth Maritime Ltd.
2010-05-07
DNV Petroleum Services identifies critical issues on EU 0.1% marine fuel sulphur regulations
SINGAPORE – A DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) survey on the operational impact of the European Union 0.1% marine fuel sulphur limit – enforced on Jan 1 this year – has revealed potentially critical issues.
2010-04-27
DNV names regional head
Dubai: DNV has appointed Antony DSouza as its regional manager for Middle East & Indian Subcontinent
2010-04-26
DNV- RC/SASAC research project on QRM accomplished
Beijing: On March 26th 2010, a joint research project focusing on Quantitative Risk Management (QRM) announced the completion of its 1st phase.
2010-04-26
Negotiations between DNV and Intertek discontinued
Oslo: Further to Intertek Group plc’s (Intertek) and Det Norske Veritas (DNV) announcement on 20 November 2009, Intertek and DNV today confirm that they are discontinuing their discussions in relation to the proposed transfer of the majority of DNV’s Business Assurance Division to Intertek.
2010-04-22
World’s first for Polarcus and DNV
World’s first Arctic-ready 12 streamer seismic vessel classed by DNV
2010-04-14
DNV partners with DMA
The Department of Municipal Affairs (DMA) in Abu Dhabi and DNV have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) formalising a partnership helping the DMA realise its ambitions in providing world class municipal services.
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