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Det Norske Veritas (DNV) is a global provider of services for managing risk. An independent foundation with the objective of safeguarding life, property and the environment, DNV comprises 300 offices in 100 countries, with more than 8,000 employees.

Serving global industries through a global network

DNV's unique risk management approach to services provides us with the possibility to offer innovative services that meet customers' needs across industries and countries. DNV is recognised as a trusted partner for improved quality, safety and efficient operations in high risk global industries. The foundation was established in Norway in 1864, and has its headquarters outside Oslo.

DNV Key Figures

DNV's key financial figures can be found here. They are updated once a year with the release of the Annual Report in May.

DNV Council

The DNV Council is the foundation's highest authority. It is composed of 40 members, all senior representatives of the industries served by DNV.

DNV Board of Directors

The DNV Board of Directors consists of a chairman and nine members. Five of these are selected from different business sectors, while four are elected among the employees.

Safety, Health and Environment policy in DNV

DNV is committed to manage and continually improve the overall safety, health and environmental performance and has developed a Safety, Health and Environment policy which is valid for all employees.

For more information

Please contact DNV's corporate communications department for more information. See also the download section for annual reports from DNV.

Phone us+47 67 57 99 00

Download our annual report:DNV Annual Report 2006