Research & innovation key to drive green energy growth
DNV COO Bjørn K. Haugland emphasizes the need for investment in research and innovation at World Future Energy Summit.
DNV secures energy efficiency contracts in Russia
Russian oil company TNK-BP recently gave the green light for two energy efficiency contracts with DNV’s climate change and environmental services unit in Moscow.
Quality assurance pays dividends
Applying a thorough process of quality assurance in projects can help companies avoid costly problems according to DNV risk management experts.
First in Czech Republic
The University Hospital Brno (UHB) is the first to receive DNV’s international healthcare assessment certificate for patient safety in the Czech Republic.
DNV contributes to sustainable healthcare in China
Zhengzhou Orthopedics Hospital in central China’s Henan Province has become the first Chinese hospital to apply for DNV’s International Accreditation Standard, which addresses patient safety and quality of healthcare.
DNV issues their first TickITplus certificate
Applied Industrial Systems Ltd has become DNV’s first customer to be certified for TickITplus Foundation Level.
DNV predicts technologies towards 2020
DNV’s Technology Outlook 2020 report highlights technologies that could have great impact in the maritime and energy sectors.
TickITplus is here
DNV is one of the first certification bodies in the world to be accredited to perform TickITplus Foundation Level Assessments.
DNV Petroleum Services goes green with DHL
Singapore-based DNV Petroleum Services now uses DHL’s GOGREEN Carbon Neutral shipping services.
DNV develops process to utilize CO2
DNV has developed a process to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into useful products. Results suggest that its electrochemical conversion process could be a commercially viable technology in the future.
Combating Human Trafficking
DNV joins forces with leading business partners to combat human trafficking.
New international social responsibility standard
100 countries and 40 international organisations are behind the development of a common international social responsibility standard ISO 26000. The Norwegian launch was at DNV’s headquarters today.
DNV verifies Heathrow under the Airport Carbon Accreditation Scheme
DNV have recently independently verified Heathrow Airport’s Scope 3 carbon emissions under the Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme.
COO beats sustainability drum
DNV’s Chief Operating Officer Bjørn K. Haugland underlines growing interest in sustainability as business case.
DNV Petroleum Services field study probes 2 mg/kg H2S maximum limit in ISO 8217:2010 marine fuel specification
SINGAPORE – A DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) field study on hydrogen sulphide (H2S) measurements in marine fuel has reiterated concerns about the reliability of the ISO 8217: 2010 maximum 2 mg/kg H2S limit as a safety net for ship personnel.
Strategic alliance with JACO
DNV's Business Assurance division in Japan is forming a strategic alliance through a capital tie-up with Japan Audit and Certification Organization for Environment and Quality (JACO).
DNV forays into Dynamic Positioning Course Certification
DNV SeaSkill certified its first Dynamic Positioning course offered by world-wide maritime training provider, Sir Derek Bibby Maritime Training Centre, the training arm of Bibby Ship Management situated in Mumbai, India.
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.
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.
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