News from DNV

07 December 2020

DNV GL approved for ResponsibleSteel™ certification

The ResponsibleSteel™ Standard is established to support a more responsible steel industry. Certification against the Standard is designed to enable transparency on the production and processing of steel.

Other sectors

04 December 2020

Double award win for DNV GL at prestigious Energy Industries Council awards

Aberdeen, United Kingdom – 4 December 2020: The global technical advisor to the oil and gas industry, DNV GL, has received two accolades – in the Energy Transition and Technology categories – at the 2020 Energy Industries Council (EIC) Awards.

Energy

06 November 2020

DNV GL receives gold level recognition by IAOB

The honorable mention in IAOB Certification Body of the Year program is a recognition of DNV GL’s high performance and contribution to drive quality in the automotive sector.

Automotive and aerospace

04 November 2020

DNV GL acquires minority shares in Valoritalia

Federdoc has sold 2% of its ownership in Valoritalia to DNV GL. The move supports Federdoc’s strategy to develop international markets and innovate its current service portfolio.

Food and beverage

24 October 2020

The Ocean Cleanup releases its first certified product 

The plastic turned sunglasses made from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch has been certified by DNV GL so buyers can be certain of both origin and authenticity.  

Other sectors

06 October 2020

ISO launches user surveys on ISO 9001 and ISO 45001

Consultation, consensus and external input has always been core to further development and maintenance. Input will be used in evaluating further revisions and changes.

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16 September 2020

DNV GL verifies ACWA Power & NOMAC infection risk protocols

ACWA Power & National Operations & Maintenance Company (NOMAC) complete its readiness assessment against DNV GL’s My Care™ methodology, covering assets and operation across a number of countries.

Other sectors

13 August 2020

DNV GL verifies Portsmouth International Port’s infection risk protocols

Portsmouth International Port is the first UK port to achieve a readiness statement against the DNV GL My Care methodology.

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06 August 2020

De Cecco undergoes successful My Care assessment to protect employees and operators

Italian manufacturer, De Cecco, the third largest producer of pasta in the world, has become the first agri-food company to adhere to the My Care methodology.

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29 July 2020

FRS vessels on the Strait of Gibraltar now sail with the My Care Readiness Statement against COVID-19

DNV GL's My Care protocol involves the application of robust hygiene and protection measures against the virus and other pathogens.

Other sectors

28 July 2020

ITC Hotels partners with DNV GL to build trust in health, hygiene and safety protocol

In keeping with its Responsible Luxury ethos of creating planet positive experiences, ITC Hotels have further strengthened their commitment to a safe world through a partnership with DNV GL. In a first for the hospitality industry, DNV GL Business Assurance is working on upgrading ITC Hotels’ 'WeAssure' health, hygiene, infection and safety protocol. The new Competency & Capability Development framework endeavors to generate greater consumer confidence. DNV GL shall train hotel personnel & associates and enable smooth implementation of the protocol. Communication of a sound infection prevention and mitigation program to customers is central to business continuity in a safe environment.

Other sectors

14 July 2020

Color Line’s infection prevention program verified by DNV GL

Ensuring a safe voyage for passengers and staff is essential as Color Line’s vessels have started sailing again. DNV GL has assessed the infection risk management onboard all vessels and terminals using the My Care™ methodology.

Other sectors

10 July 2020

ISO releases environmental report assurance standard

Providing guidelines on assurance for environmental reports, the ISO 14016:2020 standard will help companies build trust and confidence into the data reported.

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10 July 2020

Consumer concern over food safety highlights potential for digital assurance

Consumers’ food safety concerns could indicate that there is a gap between perception and reality. Companies that let consumer explore a product’s characteristics digitally can close the trust gap.

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08 July 2020

DNV GL verifies UNA Group’s infection prevention protocol

The UNA Group Hotels and Resorts reopen after the official UNAsafe protocol has been verified by DNV GL. The UNAsafe protocol communicates to and assures customers that infection prevention measures are in place to keep them safe.

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08 July 2020

Consumer concern over food safety highlights potential for digital assurance

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23 June 2020

Pilot study reveals need to overhaul verification on UK Continental Shelf

London, UK - 23 June 2020: DNV GL has proposed a new approach to verification of oil and gas projects and operations on the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) following a review of current practices. After consultation with several oil and gas operators, DNV GL’s new way of working revealed that the role of the verification body must evolve to better support British oil and gas operations to manage the right risks at the right time and ensure critical equipment will operate when it is needed most.

Energy

17 June 2020

DNV GL’s My Care: Applying hospital-grade infection risk management to ships

Managing infection risk during the COVID-19 pandemic requires a new approach to disease control and prevention. My Care is DNV GL’s infection risk management approach that has been developed to assess, manage and mitigate infection risk in management systems, business processes and operations. My Care incorporates local regulations and guidelines – it can be applied to any vessel type, as well as terminals

Maritime

15 June 2020

DNV GL report for UN Global Compact reveals status of Sustainable Development Goals

With only ten years left to reach the Sustainable Development Goals, companies need to accelerate from decades of ambition to a Decade of Action.

Corporate

05 June 2020

Collaboration contributes to safer food

Access to safe food is essential for consumers’ health worldwide. This year’s World Food Safety Day and The World Accreditation Day are strong reminders of all industry players’ responsibility to raise the bar on food safety.

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