Rail compliance & regulatory support
Support your railway’s technical compliance and sustainability goals with expert guidance on railway regulation, emissions reporting, and carbon footprint management.
Rail compliance & regulatory support
Navigating increasing regulatory demands in rail
The railway sector is undergoing a transformation driven by stricter environmental and safety regulations, digital innovation, and decarbonization targets. From rolling stock approvals to system-wide emissions reporting, operators and infrastructure managers must comply with a growing set of technical, safety, and sustainability standards.
Navigating this regulatory landscape requires in-depth understanding, accurate data, and proven methodologies to avoid costly delays, non-compliance, or reputational damage.
Integrated compliance and sustainability advice for rail
DNV provides comprehensive support to help railway stakeholders meet both technical and environmental regulatory obligations.
Our services include:
- Technical regulatory advisory: Guidance on rail-specific technical standards, conformity assessments, system integration requirements, and risk-based compliance approaches.
- Carbon footprint and environmental compliance: Assessment and reporting of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions; EU Taxonomy alignment; emissions strategy development; and sustainability disclosure support.
- Documentation and audit preparation: Assistance in preparing for inspections, audits, or certification processes, including gap analyses and stakeholder reporting.
- Ongoing regulatory monitoring: Stay up to date with evolving railway legislation, including EU Green Deal initiatives, and global sustainability frameworks.
What sets our compliance support apart
Trusted by rail industry leaders worldwide
With a legacy of safety and security across the transport sector, DNV supports railway projects from concept through to operation. Our experts understand the intricate relationship between technical systems, environmental impact, and compliance requirements.
Whether you're implementing a new signalling system, integrating battery or hydrogen-powered rolling stock, or reporting on Scope 3 emissions, we help you reduce risks, avoid delays, and demonstrate transparency across your entire value chain.
Outcomes you can expect
- Clear path to regulatory compliance: Minimize ambiguity and accelerate certification or approval timelines.
- Accurate environmental reporting: Establish reliable carbon baselines and sustainability metrics.
- Improved risk management: Identify gaps early to reduce compliance failures and operational risks.
- Enhanced funding access: Align with EU and global green finance frameworks to unlock funding opportunities.
- Stakeholder confidence: Build trust with regulators, customers, and communities through verified and transparent practices.
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