DNV-ST-0145 Offshore substations

Standard

Edition 2026-04

The scope of this standard (ST) covers requirements for design, construction, and in-service of bottom fixed installations, including foundation, support structure, topside structure, and safety relevant systems.

This ST provides requirements for the following:

  • Safety assessment and arrangement principles
  • Structural design, including corrosion protection
  • Electrical design
  • Fire and explosion protection
  • Machinery and utility systems
  • Access, transfer, and emergency response
  • Construction and in-service
  • Risk management and hazard identification
  • Offshore bottom-fixed substations.