DNV operates in a fast-changing world. The 'Rules of the Game' are in a flux and overnight, technology seems to leap forward. For many companies, it can be difficult to keep up with all the changes.
Classification News is also changing. Previously, the magazine has acted as a conduit between our ship classification activities and the global maritime sector. It gave companies in the maritime industry an overview of DNV classification services, both at home and abroad. Over the years, the magazine has progressed from covering technical services to a broad range of maritime services, including the human element and consultancy.
The new magazine is designed to reflect the expanded scope of DNV services. Therefore, in the future our editorials will be devoted to a more diverse range of subjects, yet continue to provide our readers with valuable technical
information. This includes regular features on research and development, regulatory updates, vessel/trade profiles, plus a regional or country feature in each issue. In addition, we will continue our special features, the news section and publish viewpoints from leading and influential shipping executives.
In this issue, we examine the drive to develop common Rules for scantlings for double-hull tankers, a topical subject nearing completion, following a joint initiative of the American Bureau of Shipping, Lloyd's Register of Shipping and Det Norske Veritas. Our main feature turns the spotlight on the practical questions of progress and impact of the International Security Code for Ships and Ports, which enters into force 1 July. We also have a special interview with Andreas Sohmen-Pao, who shares his thoughts on the role of shipping in the global economy.
Our editorial mission remains to keep readers abreast of news and events that are daily re-shaping their business world. After all, timely, relevant information is vital in the management of today's complex maritime industry.
We hope that our editorial changes will make for stimulating and enjoyable reading, and that you, our readers, will give us feedback and help us keep our ship Classification News on course.