DNV receives authorization for floating offshore wind rules in Japan

DNV becomes the first non-Japanese Recognized Organization authorized by the Japanese Flag Administration to apply floating offshore wind classification rules in Japan.

The authorization enables DNV to apply its FOW Rules within the Japanese regulatory framework and strengthens the company's ability to support stakeholders involved in floating offshore wind projects in Japan. DNV's framework covers floating offshore wind installations, including floating substructures, mooring and station-keeping systems, and associated safety and utility systems. 

Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, CEO Maritime at DNV said: "We greatly appreciate the constructive cooperation with the Japanese authorities throughout the process. It reflects our long-term commitment to Japanese maritime and offshore industries and strengthens our ability to contribute independent expertise and assurance as the market develops. We see increasing interest in floating offshore wind globally, and trusted technical frameworks will play an important role as projects progress.” 

Per Christer Lund, Special Advisor of Energy and Technology, Innovation Norway Tokyo said: “DNV's authorization is an important milestone for Japan’s floating wind sector. As projects move closer to development, access to international experience and established technical frameworks becomes increasingly important. Norway and Japan have built strong ties across the maritime, energy and offshore industries, and this authorization creates another opportunity for collaboration as Japan develops its floating offshore wind industry.”

Japan is widely recognized as a market with significant long-term potential for floating offshore wind due to its extensive coastline, deep-water conditions, and ambitions to increase renewable energy capacity. The new authorization further positions DNV to contribute with technical expertise, risk management, independent assurance, and certification services as the market develops. 

The authorization follows close collaboration between DNV Japan and global technical experts, as well as constructive engagement with the Japanese authorities throughout the approval process. DNV has been involved in offshore wind projects globally for several decades and continues to support the industry's development through technical standards, classification and advisory services.