IMO adopts bulk carrier safety measures
The IMO has adopted a package of safety measures for bulk carriers which include the provision of double hulls on new ships after 2006.
EU agrees on climate change market
European Union environment ministers have unanimously agreed to set up a market to trade emissions permits for CO2.
New jack-up will revolutionise the offshore market
The new jack-up Mayflower Resolution is the lead vessel of a new class that is expected to revolutionise the offshore energy market.
DNV retains No1 position in PSC rankings
The performance of DNV-classed vessels in Port State Control (PSC) continues to be the world’s best.
New software to assess hull buckling
DNV has introduced new computerised buckling models in its rules for assessing buckling and ultimate strength limits of ship structures.
Volvo chooses DNV
Swedish truck&bus maker Volvo has selected DNV as as one of two preferred worldwide suppliers of professional assessment services.
New Chinese gas field under development
A major gas field and pipeline network is under development in eastern China. The Xihu Trough gas field will feed the eastern coastal states of China with an estimated annual gas throughput of 17 billion cubic metres.
DNV to review old Libyan plants
The Libyan Oil Company Zueitina is making use of DNV’s knowledge of asset operations to review the operation of several 30 year old plants.
Scientific drilling vessel to explore the earth system
DNV has assisted with risk management services to a new drilling vessel that will exceed the current scientific drilling capabilities dramatically.
Best-Buy.com signed EBtrust contract
Best-Buy.com, a Norwegian-based Internet consumer goods company, has just signed up for a 4 module EBtrust assessment with DNV Certification.