Global support for ATEX, IECEx, INMETRO, and other EX schemes
DNV supports manufacturers and operators with EX equipment certification and compliance across global schemes, including ATEX, IECEx, INMETRO, and national regulations. We provide advisory on safety regulations, pre-compliance, and testing against international and regional standards to ensure reliable, safe equipment for explosive atmospheres.
Global hazardous area equipment (Ex) certification schemes
Achieve international market access and safety compliance with product certification schemes, including IECEx, UKCA Ex, AS/NZS, and ECASeX, for equipment used in explosive atmospheres.
ATEX certification & compliance
Ensure explosion safety compliance and CE marking with accredited ATEX certification services under Directive 2014/34/EU.
INMETRO certification & regulations
Ensure product conformity with Brazil’s INMETRO regulations including Portaria 115/2022 and 179/2010, with DNV’s certification and technical support services.
UK ATEX (UK Ex) compliance & safety regulations
Support safe equipment use in explosive atmospheres and achieve regulatory compliance in the UK with pre-assessments and conformity services for SI 2016 No.1107.
Resources about Ex equipment certification
Explore core resources to help you understand and manage ATEX, IECEx and related certification schemes for equipment used in explosive atmospheres.
ATEX Certification Requirements
Get an overview of the technical, safety and documentation requirements your equipment must meet for ATEX certification.
ATEX Request for Quote
Share your product details and receive a tailored proposal for ATEX assessment, testing and certification.
ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU
Access the legal framework that defines how equipment and protective systems for explosive atmospheres must be designed, tested and placed on the EU market.
ATEX guidance and interpretation
Use practical guidance to interpret ATEX obligations, clarify roles and responsibilities, and apply the requirements correctly.
CE marking for Ex equipment
Understand how CE marking demonstrates conformity with relevant EU safety directives, including ATEX, and what it means for market access.
Complaints and appeals process
Learn how to raise a concern or appeal a certification decision, and how DNV manages cases in a transparent and impartial way.