https://www.dnv.com/maritime/technical-regulatory-news/rss/trn/ 544897 https://www.dnv.com/cyber/insights/news/the-swedish-club-partners-with-dnv-cyber-and-cyberowl/ DNV Cyber and CyberOwl to provide The Swedish Club members with cyber threat insight and risk updates Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:15:00 GMT 544485 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/kuehne-nagel-receives-esg-recognition-from-dnv/ Global logistics and supply chain company Kuehne+Nagel has received the ESG Recognition from DNV Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:34:00 GMT 544449 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-at-posidonia-2026-dnv-awards-aip-to-hd-hyundai-heavy-industries-for-independent-type-b-lpg-cargo-tank-design-for-vlgcs2/ Piraeus, June 5, 2026 — DNV has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for their independent Type B LPG cargo tank design for Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs). The certificate was presented to Hongryeul Ryu, CTO from HHI by Vidar Dolonen, Regional Manager at DNV during the Posidonia trade fair. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:09:00 GMT 544579 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/the-uk-ets-expands-to-maritime-from-1-july-2026/ The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) is rapidly evolving, shaping how industries price and manage greenhouse gas emissions as the UK moves toward net-zero. As the scheme expands and its carbon market strengthens, understanding its key mechanisms and implications is becoming increasingly important for the maritime sector. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:53:00 GMT 544411 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-at-posidonia-dnv-awards-aip-to-hhi-for-lpg-dual-fuel-container-vessel-design/ Piraeus, June 4, 2026 — DNV has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for its new LPG dual-fuel 1,400 TEU container vessel design. The certificate was presented to Hongryeul Ryu, CTO from HHI by Vidar Dolonen, Regional Manager at DNV during the Posidonia trade fair. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:09:00 GMT 544376 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/ma_04062026_shore-power-shifting-from-voluntary-energy-saving-measure-to-compliance-requirement/ Shore power is shifting from a local environmental measure to a key operational and regulatory consideration for shipowners, according to DNV’s latest white paper “Shore Power in Shipping: Technology, regulation and implementation.” As regulatory pressure builds in Europe, California and parts of Asia, access to shore power is shaping compliance and operating costs during port stays. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT 544383 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-certifies-third-milestone-for-nordseecluster-a-offshore-wind-projects/ DNV has certified the third milestone in accordance with the German Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH) standard for Nordseecluster A (NC 1 and NC 2) - a joint offshore wind project of RWE and Norges Bank Investment Management in the German North Sea. Consisting of two extension phases (A & B)  the Nordseecluster is one of the largest offshore wind developments in Germany, with a planned total capacity of up to 1.6 GW. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT 544399 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-at-posidonia-2026-dnv-and-ntua-sign-new-mou-to-advance-maritime-research-and-education/ Piraeus, 3 June 2026. DNV and the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Posidonia 2026, setting out a framework for cooperation on maritime research, education, training, innovation, and knowledge dissemination, for the benefit of the maritime community in Greece and internationally. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:09:00 GMT 544260 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-advises-lenders-on-financial-close-of-usd-650-million-green-hydrogen-fertilizer-project-in-paraguay/ DNV acted as lender technical advisor for the Villeta green hydrogen-based fertilizer project in Paraguay, supporting a group of international lenders through technical due diligence and contributing to the project reaching financial close. The project is being developed by ATOME. The USD 650 million project is one of the world's first industrial-scale green fertilizer plants to be financed in a non recourse basis, a standalone, asset-backed financing structure where lenders look only to the project itself for repayment. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT 544239 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/ma_02062026_dnv-launches-next-generation-of-steel-load-planner-with-built-in-ai-cargo-optimization/ DNV released version 2 of its award-winning Steel Load Planner (SLP V2.0) self-service application at the Posidonia trade fair this week. Building on two years of operational experience, the new version can automatically generate fully AI optimized loading plans with a structural assessment in under five minutes. Its application has also been extended beyond the bulk carrier segment, bringing automated coil planning to general cargo and multi-purpose vessels for the first time. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:09:00 GMT 544078 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/ofibiti-acquires-teqpay/ Ofiniti, a DNV Ventures portfolio company, has acquired Rotterdam‑based Teqplay, a provider of AIS‑driven port‑call and vessel‑movement intelligence. The acquisition expands Ofiniti’s operational insight capabilities and broadens its customer base across Europe, Asia, and the US Gulf Coast. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT 542649 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/imo-mcs-111-new-mass-code-adopted/ The 111th session of the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 111) was held from 13 to 22 May 2026. The adoption of a new goal-based Code for Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) marks a key milestone in the IMO’s work to ensure the regulatory framework keeps pace with the rapid development of shipping technologies. MSC 111 also approved revised explanatory notes for the Safe Return to Port concept for passenger ships, as well as draft amendments to the IGC Code for gas carriers to incorporate a decade of Unified Interpretations, turning operational experience into clearer and more consistent requirements. Fri, 22 May 2026 12:53:00 GMT 541815 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/revision-of-iso-9001-progressing-to-final-stage/ The revision of the quality management system standard ISO 9001 is advancing towards publication. Thu, 21 May 2026 07:03:00 GMT 541259 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-launches-coordinated-standards-to-improve-safety-and-reliability-of-floating-solar/ DNV has published two new standards aimed at improving the safety, reliability and long-term performance of floating solar photovoltaic (FPV) systems, supporting the rapid global growth and expansion of renewables.  Thu, 14 May 2026 06:00:00 GMT 541532 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/automobili-lamborghini-receives-esg-recognition-from-dnv/ Automobili Lamborghini earned DNV ESG Recognition for its sustainability approach. Wed, 13 May 2026 06:50:00 GMT 541556 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/digital-trust-key-to-scaling-artificial-intelligence-safely-in-energy-networks-says-dnv/ DNV has today launched a new position paper on managing artificial intelligence (AI) system risk in energy networks, setting out digital trust as a foundation for the safe, transparent and accountable use of AI across the energy transition. The paper, Managing AI system risk within energy networks through digital trust, was launched at the All Energy conference in Glasgow. Wed, 13 May 2026 06:00:00 GMT 541722 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/ls-med-dnv-signs-mou-with-korea-medical-devices-association-to-support-regulatory-readiness-of-medical-device-manufacturers/ DNV has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Korea Medical Devices Association (KMDA) to support Korean medical device manufacturers in strengthening regulatory compliance capabilities and preparing for global market access. Wed, 13 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT 541604 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/ma_19052026_DNV-launches-new-competence-recommended-practice-for-use-of-hydrogen-as-ship-fuel/ DNV has released a new recommended practice (RP) for hydrogen as ship fuel. It outlines the competence requirements for crew, inspectors, and technical personnel to support the proper handling of hydrogen systems on board ships. Tue, 12 May 2026 08:44:00 GMT 541447 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/energy-security-and-chinas-scale-underpin-hydrogen-growth-dnv-forecasts/ Clean hydrogen will grow 100-fold from today’s levels, according to DNV’s Energy Transition Outlook Hydrogen to 2060 report. Overall hydrogen volumes will grow by 170% and will see cumulative investments of USD 3.2trn to 2060. China is set to lead that expansion, accounting for 35% of new hydrogen production and use over the forecast period. Tue, 12 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT 541652 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/ls-med-dnv-certifies-cowellmedi-under-the-eu-medical-device-regulation-mdr/ DNV supports the dental implant manufacturer in demonstrating compliance with the strengthened requirements of the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR). Tue, 12 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT 541376 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-appoints-lisa-christie-to-executive-leadership-team/ DNV has appointed Lisa Christie as a new member of the Energy Systems Executive Leadership Team heading Marketing, Communication & Public Affairs (MCP). She is expected to take up the role on 7 September 2026 and will report directly to Energy Systems’ CEO Ditlev Engel. In this position, she will lead the global MCP unit in Energy Systems and help strengthen DNV’s market positioning, stakeholder engagement and public affairs capability in a period marked by major geopolitical and regulatory change. Mon, 11 May 2026 06:00:00 GMT 541210 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/fssc-22000-version-7-for-food-safety-released/ FSSC 22000 Version 7 was officially released on 1 May 2026. The updated version introduces a range of improvements. Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT 541218 https://www.dnv.com/cyber/insights/news/dnv-cyber-wins-finnish-customs-contract-for-cybersecurity-and-data-protection-expert-services/ DNV Cyber has won a public tender issued by Finnish Customs (Tulli) for cybersecurity and data protection expert services. The value of the agreement is approximately EUR 2.6 million. Thu, 07 May 2026 09:34:00 GMT 540788 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/how-to-document-pfos-free-fire-extinguishing-foam-on-board/ At the first safety equipment survey* after 1 January 2026, all fire-extinguishing foams on board must be PFOS-free, and this must be verified by the attending surveyor. Compliance will prevent part-held surveys and/or Conditions of Authority. Here is a short summary of how to document compliance. This news is a follow up of our news from November 2025. Mon, 04 May 2026 13:35:00 GMT