New international social responsibility standard
100 countries and 40 international organisations are behind the development of a common international social responsibility standard ISO 26000. The Norwegian launch was at DNV’s headquarters today.
DNV joins alliance to address challenges in communicating sustainability
International project gathers leading companies and experts to develop new approach to communicating sustainability and create a new narrative on what sustainable future entails.
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COO beats sustainability drum
DNV’s Chief Operating Officer Bjørn K. Haugland underlines growing interest in sustainability as business case.
DNV Petroleum Services field study probes 2 mg/kg H2S maximum limit in ISO 8217:2010 marine fuel specification
SINGAPORE – A DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) field study on hydrogen sulphide (H2S) measurements in marine fuel has reiterated concerns about the reliability of the ISO 8217: 2010 maximum 2 mg/kg H2S limit as a safety net for ship personnel.
Strategic alliance with JACO
DNV's Business Assurance division in Japan is forming a strategic alliance through a capital tie-up with Japan Audit and Certification Organization for Environment and Quality (JACO).
China expert to join DNV
DNV has strengthened its capability on Chinese-Norwegian business relations by appointing Henning Kristoffersen as Principal Consultant for its newly formed Sustainability and Innovation division.
Striking a chord at IORS 2010
At the recent high-profile 17th Annual India Oil & Gas Review Summit & International Exhibition 2010 organised by the leading energy and engineering publication in India, Oil Asia Journal, the DNV Energy and Software units together attracted elite customers and prospective customers at the exhibition.
DNV forays into Dynamic Positioning Course Certification
DNV SeaSkill certified its first Dynamic Positioning course offered by world-wide maritime training provider, Sir Derek Bibby Maritime Training Centre, the training arm of Bibby Ship Management situated in Mumbai, India.
Climate change and healthcare on DNV agenda
Green mechanisms to limit greenhouse gas emissions and global healthcare issues, were addressed at a meeting with Norway’s diplomatic corps abroad.
Asia’s First TOTS Compliant Cargo Handling Simulator validated by DNV
The performance of Asia's First Cargo Handling Simulator designed, set-up and owned by global simulation solution provider Applied Research International (ARI), is validated by the competency management arm of DNV, DNV SeaSkill.
DNV’s published rules and standards are now easily accessible and changing format to become more user friendly
The July edition of the Rules is available for free online
L&T continues to choose DNV for maritime training
DNV Academy recently inked three training contracts with L&T Shipbuilding Limited, the shipbuilding arm of India's leading engineering & construction powerhouses, Larsen & Toubro Ltd. (L&T), to train and develop the organizations graduate and diploma engineers.
DNV SeaSkill bags maiden course certification contract
DNV Seaskill signs a course certification contract with maritime education and training provider, International Educational Council (IEC).
Largest bulk carrier delivered with DNV class
A Government of India-owned shipyard at Visakhapatnam, Hindustan Shipyard Ltd., recently delivered its first 53,000 dwt. bulk carrier, "Good Pride”, to Goodearth Maritime Ltd.
DNV Petroleum Services identifies critical issues on EU 0.1% marine fuel sulphur regulations
SINGAPORE – A DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) survey on the operational impact of the European Union 0.1% marine fuel sulphur limit – enforced on Jan 1 this year – has revealed potentially critical issues.
World’s first for Polarcus and DNV
World’s first Arctic-ready 12 streamer seismic vessel classed by DNV
DNV partners with DMA
The Department of Municipal Affairs (DMA) in Abu Dhabi and DNV have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) formalising a partnership helping the DMA realise its ambitions in providing world class municipal services.
DNV sets up Clean Tech Centre in Singapore
DNV has formally opened its new Clean Technology Centre (CTC) in Singapore
DNV challenges shipping executives on competence
Still in the grip of an economic downturn, the shipping industry is struggling to manage the gap between shrinking budgets and the costs of maintaining quality safety and environmental performance through competence. But according to DNV, the issue is widely misunderstood.
Oliver Moghissi to serve as Vice President of NACE
The Houston-based NACE International, the recognized leader in the corrosion engineering and science community, has named Oliver C. Moghissi, Director of DNV’s Materials & Corrosion Technology Center, as vice president for the 2010-2011 term.
World’s first private yacht regulations
The world’s first ever private yacht regulations have been developed by the UAE National Transport Authority (NTA) and Abu Dhabi MAR with support from DNV.
Second Polarcus vessel delivered
Polarcus recently took delivery of Polarcus Naila, the second of six advanced, DNV-classed seismic vessels.
DNV Rules for Ships and HSLC & NSC are now available for free download
DNV is taking a step forward to encourage environmentally friendly practices.
Helping customers reduce costs through energy efficiency and fuel management
In response to customer demand for reducing operating costs and rising concerns over carbon emissions, DNV is working with a number shipowners and operators to reduce fuel consumption up to 15 per cent annually.
160 Choice hotels certified to Environmental Management System standard
All 160 Choice hotels have now been certified by DNV to the Environmental Management System standard - ISO 14001.
DNV joins Zero Emission Mobility alliance
An international cooperative effort to make electric vehicles affordable and accessible was announced during the COP 15 climate conference in Copenhagen. DNV is part of the effort and has assembled a team to define a road map for DNV moving forward with sustainable mobility.
DNV has established an offshore committee in China
DNV has recently established a Greater China Offshore Committee. Mr Zhou Shouwei, Vice General Manager of CNOOC (China National Offshore Oil Corporation) and Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, who is also one of the pioneers of China’s offshore industry, accepted DNV’s invitation to be the chairman of the committee.
DNV's New Hospital Accreditation rapidly gaining ground in the US
IASIS Healthcare® is the first health system to achieve DNV accreditation across its entire network of 16 hospitals.