2008-05-07
New tool with speedy predictions of how heavy weather will affect risers, mooring and umbilicals
OTC, Houston, USA: In order for offshore operations to cope with more extreme weather conditions, DNV has developed the new Riser Production Line software suite. Its automated and efficient calculations dramatically reduces the analysis time of how heavy weather and operating conditions will strain installations such as risers, moorings and umbilicals.
2008-05-07
How to pick the right LNG concept
OTC, Houston, USA: DNV analyses of worldwide LNG developments reveal that only a handful of significant parameters influence the choice of LNG concept. Analysing and managing the risks relating to these parameters help developers achieve optimal return on their investments.
2008-05-07
Energy-based approach will enhance the safety of LNG operations
OTC, Houston, USA: DNV has developed a risk-based approach which analyses the risk of accidental spills from LNG transport. Managing the overall risks by preventing collisions with sufficient energy to release LNG is the only acceptable approach to running the marine operations at LNG terminals safely.
2008-05-06
Improving fiber-mooring design practices
OTC, Houston, USA: Fiber ropes are commonly and successfully used as mooring lines on deepwater drilling and production platforms, but there has been a need for better design data. DNV and Tension Technology International have now conducted a joint industry research project to develop a new testing standard which will further facilitate the use of such ropes through more secure design and enhanced cost effectiveness.
2008-05-06
Unexploited saving potential in spare part management
DNV has carried out a survey to identify how the German power industry and Norwegian offshore industry can optimise their efficiency by enhancing spare part management.
2008-05-05
Enhanced methodology for fatigue design and offshore structures
OTC, Houston: A new update of DNV’s Recommended Practice ‘Fatigue Design of Offshore Structures’ is now available. It has been updated in order to meet increased industry focus on the design of cost-optimal structures and the reliable operation of existing structures during their service life.
2008-05-05
Releasing powerful and visual fluke anchor design tool
OTC, Houston, USA: To avoid or manage the consequences of dragging anchor when being installed on a congested seabed, particularly where the soil is layered, the anchor behaviour must be reliably predicted. To deal with this, DNV is launching DIGIN, a powerful fluke anchor design tool with a state-of-the-art graphical user interface.
2008-04-28
DNV first classification society to open exclusive office in Darwin
Darwin: The demand for DNV’s services is steadily increasing in Australia’s Northern Territory, particularly within the market sectors of Defence, Maritime and Offshore. By opening an office in Darwin, DNV is the first classification society to have a permanent presence in Australia’s Northern Territory.
2008-04-24
DNV to boost regional staffing levels
DNV is beefing up Middle East and India staffing levels to 1,000 within two years to meet increasing demand for its services.
2008-04-24
DNV Petroleum Services opens new laboratory
Barendrecht, the Netherlands: In a timely response to the recent IMO conclusions on marine fuel regulations, DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) today officially opened a new bunker testing facility in the Netherlands.
May
TradeWinds Marine Risk Forum 2008
As one of the sponsors, DNV will attend TradeWinds Marine Risk Forum 2008.
8th Annual Oil and Gas Pipelines in the Middle East
- Date:2008-05-12 - 2008-05-13
- Location:Hilton International Hotel, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Website:More information (external website)
DNV will attend the 8th Annual Oil and Gas Pipelines in the Middle East in Abu Dhabi May 12-13, 2008. Meet us there!
2008 Reliability & Maintenance Conference and Exhibition
- Date:2008-05-20 - 2008-05-23
- Location:Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, Texas, USA
- Website:Conference website
DNV will be attending the 2008 Reliability & Maintenance Conference and Exhibition. Meet us on stand 755!
RoRo 2008
- Date:2008-05-20 - 2008-05-22
- Location:Svenska Mässan, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Website:RoRo2008 website
DNV will attend RoRo 2008.
All-Energy '08
- Date:2008-05-21 - 2008-05-22
- Location:Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre, Aberdeen, UK
- Website:All-Energy '08 website
DNV will be exhibiting at All-Energy '08 in Aberdeen May 21-22, 2008. Meet us at pavilion AB!
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