https://www.dnv.com/maritime/technical-regulatory-news/rss/trn/ 550000 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-signs-memorandum-of-understanding-with-the-national-institute-of-medical-device-safety-information-korea-nids/ The collaboration will promote knowledge sharing on international medical device regulations and support joint educational activities for the medical device industry. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:12:00 GMT 549169 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/ls_hel_26q3_dnv-renews-isqua-accreditation-for-international-hospital-standards/ DNV's International Accreditation Standards for Hospitals (DIAS) have received renewed ISQua accreditation through 2030, reinforcing global confidence in healthcare quality, patient safety, and ISO 9001-based accreditation frameworks. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:23:00 GMT 550166 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-supports-technical-due-diligence-for-ev-charging-infrastructure-transaction-in-the-netherlands2/ DNV has completed technical due diligence (TDD) for asset management companies Aberdeen Investments and DigitalBridge in relation to the acquisition of Equans Infra & Mobility B.V., an established electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure business in the Netherlands. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT 549578 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-supports-technical-due-diligence-for-ev-charging-infrastructure-transaction-in-the-netherlands/ DNV has completed technical due diligence (TDD) for asset management companies Aberdeen Investments and DigitalBridge in relation to the acquisition of Equans Infra & Mobility B.V., an established electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure business in the Netherlands. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT 548157 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/boiler-tube-plugging-class-requirements/ Boiler tubes play a critical role in both heat transfer and in maintaining the pressure integrity of marine boilers. When leaks occur, careful evaluation is required to prevent secondary damage. This technical news provides guidance on class acceptance criteria, including the assessment of repair feasibility and the follow-up of plug repairs on defective boiler tubes. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:37:00 GMT 548001 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/draft-version-of-iso-45001-released/ This first revision of the standard since 2018 seems to carry moderate, but important changes. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:56:00 GMT 544475 https://www.dnv.com/energy/news/gasunie-ebn-and-dnv-launch-co2re-research-programme-to-support-safe-co2-transport/ Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT 547823 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/standards-now-available-the-july-2026-edition-of-the-dnv-class-rules-and-standards-for-ship-and-offshore/ The July 2026 edition introduces new class notations and significant updates designed to support the maritime industry’s ongoing transition towards greater sustainability and innovation. This news highlights the key changes introduced in the new edition. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:49:00 GMT 547478 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-review-prepares-fred-olsens-brizo-floating-solar-system-for-rougher-conditions/ DNV has completed an independent technical review of Fred. Olsen1848’s BRIZO floating solar system, an innovative floating photovoltaic (FPV) concept designed to operate in more exposed wave conditions than conventional FPV solutions. Using a flexible rope-mesh and tensioning system, BRIZO is designed for inland, coastal, and near-shore environments where traditional calm-water floating solar systems may face technical and operational limitations. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT 547547 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/New-IMO-requirements-for-pilot-transfer-arrangements/ The 13th session of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications, Search and Rescue (NCSR 13) was held from 22 to 26 June 2026. NCSR 13 advanced maritime digitalization by finalizing draft guidance for the implementation of nextgeneration Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS S-100), establishing a transition scheme for a future shift from analogue to digital VHF voice communications, and further progressing NAVDAT as a framework for digital broadcasting of maritime safety and search and rescue information from shore to ship. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:04:00 GMT 547537 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/the-imo-sub-committee-on-navigation-communications-search-and-rescue-ncsr13/ The 13th session of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications, Search and Rescue (NCSR 13) was held from 22 to 26 June 2026. NCSR 13 advanced maritime digitalization by finalizing draft guidance for the implementation of nextgeneration Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS S-100), establishing a transition scheme for a future shift from analogue to digital VHF voice communications, and further progressing NAVDAT as a framework for digital broadcasting of maritime safety and search and rescue information from shore to ship. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:04:00 GMT 547139 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-forecasts-fiftyfold-storage-surge-and-expands-digital-energy-management-offer/ DNV projects that around half of all new solar installations will include battery storage by the mid-2030s, up from roughly 6.6 per cent today, with solar-plus-storage capacity growing a hundredfold by 2049. As that shift accelerates, the digital systems that manage how energy is stored, dispatched, and traded are becoming as critical as the hardware itself.  Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT 546234 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-market-due-diligence-supports-innergexs-usd-156-million-financing-for-renewables-and-storage-in-chile/ DNV today announced that it supported Canadian-based independent international renewable power producer Innergex in closing a refinancing and new financing package totalling 156 million USD for a portfolio of renewable and storage assets in Chile. The transaction includes 114 million USD for two new standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) and 42 million USD to refinance existing wind, run-of-river, and hybrid PV+BESS plants.  Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT 545965 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/New-DNV-RP-establishes-measurement-framework-for-onboard-carbon-capture-and-storage-systems/ DNV has published a recommended practice (RP) providing a standardized framework for measuring and verifying the performance of onboard carbon capture and storage (OCCS) systems on ships, setting the stage for further developing onboard captured carbon solutions and technologies. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT 545945 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/multi-fuel-boiler-concept-supports-a-flexible-transition-to-fossil-free-residential-heating/ A Dutch consortium of Stedin, GasTerra, Intergas, Bekaert and DNV has developed a proof of concept for a multi-fuel boiler for residential heating that automatically adapts to different gas qualities. The concept was launched at DNV's Technology Centre Groningen, the Netherlands, on 18 June. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT 545870 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-verifies-lifting-system-for-worlds-longest-immersed-tunnel/ DNV has supported Femern Link Contractors (FLC) on the Fehmarn Belt immersed tunnel project by providing independent verification of the advanced lifting appliance used to install the tunnel elements. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT 545808 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/north-east-atlantic-joins-the-expanding-network-of-ecas/ Recent amendments to MARPOL Annex VI adopted at MEPC 84 introduce the North-East Atlantic as a new Emission Control Area (ECA) for nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulphur oxides (SOx) and particulate matter (PM). The regulations enter into force on 1 September 2027. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:45:00 GMT 545037 https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/dnv-awarded-cybersecurity-services-contract-for-the-caribbeans-first-monorail-system/ DNV continues to strengthen its position in rail cybersecurity, having been selected to support the Dominican Republic’s landmark monorail project with end-to-end cybersecurity services. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:39:00 GMT 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