Norway Day at Expo in Korea
Yeosu, 14 May: HRH Crown Prince Haakon of Norway and Norway’s Minister of Trade and Industry Trond Giske today attended Norway Day celebrations at the World Expo in Korea. Norway’s participation in the World Expo is a partnership between the Norwegian authorities and four private sponsors – Det Norske Veritas (DNV), Höegh Autoliners, Kongsberg and Wilh. Wilhelmsen.
DNV expands its sustainability consultancy with the acquisition of Two Tomorrows Group
London: DNV, the international risk management company, has acquired leading sustainability agency, Two Tomorrows Group, further expanding its sustainability consulting service capability across the globe.
DNV has entered into a strategic partnership with Norwegian StormGeo Group
Oslo/Bergen: DNV has, as part of a strategic partnership with StormGeo, acquired the right to purchase 22,6 % of StormGeo’s shares through a mutually convertible capital issue, putting their weight behind a world-leading meteorology and risk assessment company. Bjørn K. Haugland, Chief Technology and Sustainability Officer of DNV Group will join the Board of Directors of StormGeo.
DNV increases its Arctic focus and acquires the oil-spill preparedness company NPS
The Arctic has large oil and gas resources and operations in this sensitive and harsh area will require efficient oil-spill preparedness solutions. “The acquisition of Norwegian Petro Services (NPS) in Norway and its recognised expertise will play an important role in our activities in this field,” says Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen, DNV’s COO of the Norway, Russia and Finland division.
DNV to cooperate with Korea National Oil Corporation on EHSQ
Seoul: DNV and Korea National Oil Corporation (KNOC), a state-run oil company in South Korea, have agreed to cooperate on environment, health, safety and quality management system enhancement.
Close ties between DNV and KOGAS in LNG research and development
Seoul: DNV has signed a MOU with Korea Gas Corporation (KOGAS), South Korea’s state-run gas corporation, to cooperate on research and development in the LNG sector. While this is DNV’s second MOU with KOGAS, following the first in 2010 to cooperate on EHSQ issues, DNV is the first international risk management organisation in Korea to cooperate with KOGAS on research and development projects in the LNG sector.
First true hybrid system to be installed on board an offshore supply vessel
London: A true hybrid energy system is currently being developed for installation on board the offshore supply vessel Viking Lady. An impressive battery pack for energy storage will soon be installed. When the new system is complete, the operation of the engine will be more smooth and cost effective giving further emission reductions.
DNV strengthens global positions through three separate companies
OSLO: Following the transfer of the majority shareholding in KEMA, DNV is now establishing a group structure to manage the strong industry positions it now holds. By merging some of its activities with KEMA, DNV is committed to driving the global transition toward a safe, reliable and clean energy future.
Remi Eriksen new CEO of DNV Maritime and Oil & Gas
OSLO: Remi Eriksen will take up the position as Chief Executive Officer of DNV Maritime and Oil & Gas on 1 March. Following its acquisition of the majority shareholding in KEMA, DNV is now establishing a group structure with three companies to manage the strong multiple industry positions it now holds.
Wallem installs DNV Navigator to its fleet of more than 190 ships
Wallem Ship Management in Hong Kong has ordered DNV Navigator for its managed fleet of more than 190 ships. The contract also includes the Work and Rest Hours module allowing for compliance with international legislation on rest hours for seafarers.
New deep-water pipeline concept reduces cost but not safety
London: DNV has developed a new pipeline concept, called X-Stream, that can significantly reduce the cost of a deep- and ultra-deepwater gas pipeline while still complying with the strictest safety and integrity regime. X-Stream is based on established and field-proven technologies which have been innovatively arranged.
DNV and Triality won the Lloyd’s List Innovation Award
The Lloyd’s List Global Award for the shipping industry’s best innovation project 2011 was won by DNV. At a ceremony last night at the London Hilton Hotel, Chief Operating Officer Ioannis Kourmatzis accepted the award on behalf of DNV.
Arctic drilling in a safe way
Oslo, 10 August: today DNV’s summer students presented the results of seven weeks of intense and targeted work with a concept for year-round drilling and exploration offshore north-east Greenland. More than anything their work unfolded a massive need for new technologies, improved standards and increased arctic research. But that’s not all; the students predict that drilling in the Arctic could be up to four times as expensive as drilling in the North Sea.
Dr. William P. Cullen rejoins DNV Petroleum Services
SINGAPORE – DNV Petroleum Services is pleased to announce that Dr. William P. Cullen has rejoined the company as a Senior Consultant, after retiring in 2004 from his position as head of DNVPS Inc. in the US.
World’s most efficient container vessels contracted in China
Shanghai: The new generation of 10,000 TEU container vessels contracted by Seaspan represents major improvements in energy efficiency, cargo capacity, operational efficiency and emission reductions. The order for seven 10,000 TEU container vessels plus 18 options is the biggest ever container contract entered into in China. The vessels will be built to DNV class.
DNV to verify Green Ships for Korea Finance Corporation’s “Green Ship Program”
SEOUL: On 15 June 2011, DNV signed a MoU with the Korea Finance Corporation (KoFC) to cooperate on verification of the green ships.
Leadership change at DNV Petroleum Services
SINGAPORE – DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) is pleased to announce that Eirik Andreassen has taken over the position of Managing Director from Tore Morten Wetterhus, who is returning to DNV HQ in Oslo, Norway, to assume the role of Director of Technology & Services at the Governance & Global Development Division.
USCG extends additional statutory authority to DNV
Houston: The US Coast Guard (USCG) has granted DNV the authority to issue Certificates of Fitness to US-flagged offshore supply vessels (OSVs) that transport or handle limited amounts of hazardous and noxious liquid substances (NLS).
Crew competence in managing marine fuel is paramount to safe and efficient ship operations
Maritime academy trainees should receive thorough grounding in bunker management before going to sea
Patents released for using sandwich material of steel and light weight concrete
DNV release patents for using sandwich material of steel and light weight concrete as construction material of ships and offshore units
Ecore: A step change in VLOC design
Together with FKAB, TGE Marine, Cargotec and MAN Diesel & Turbo, DNV has participated in a joint industry project to develop Ecore, a Very Large Ore Carrier concept designed to lower fuel costs and improve loading efficiency.
ECO-Ship 2020: An open hatch bulk carrier of the future
Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. and DNV are pleased to announce the completion of the first milestone of a joint programme to develop the ECO-Ship 2020, a concept design for an open hatch bulk carrier (OHBC) developed to significantly lower fuel costs, meet or exceed regulatory standards and improve commercial performance.
ShipGaz awarded DNV’s SeaSkill certificate
ShipGaz Training was today awarded the DNV SeaSkill™ Maritime Education and Training Certificate. The certificate was handed over to ShipGaz Training at the Nor-Shipping conference in Oslo, Norway.
New DNV data analytics tool helps shipping companies get best value from bunker purchases
Oslo, Norway – DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) releases Fuel Insight, the most advanced data analytics product for bunker fuel, providing incisive real-time information on deliveries around the world as an aid for effective procurement and benchmarking.
Safety trend reversed
Oslo: “A downward trend in safety statics creates concerns and it is now time to reinstall the balance between safety and environmental risk. A greater focus on the human elements and competence in the shipping industry is needed,” said Tor Svensen, the President of DNV.
USCG gives DNV nod for Passenger Ship Safety Certificates
Houston: The U.S. Coast Guard has extended DNV’s statutory authorizations under the USCG Alternate Compliance Program to include Passenger Ship Safety Certificates.
Positive trend in ship safety is broken, says DNV President
Singapore, 13.04.2011: “Year on year improvements in ship safety is now turning into a negative trend. This is extremely worrying and requires a stronger focus on competence development both onboard and onshore,” DNV’s President Tor E. Svensen said at Sea Asia.
New Guide and Calculator demonstrate profitable fuel saving
Singapore: Bulk carrier newbuildings have a potential for saving 5 – 10 percent of fuel cost by introducing fuel saving measures.
DNV qualifies Polarcus Arctic operating procedures
DNV (Det Norske Veritas) is pleased to announce the hand over today of DNV’s Statement of Qualification to qualify Polarcus’ Arctic operating procedures according to industry best practice and relevant standards. The Statement of Qualification was presented to Polarcus at the 7th Annual Arctic Shipping Summit in Helsinki, Finland.
Stena RoRo first to sign Triple-E contract
Gothenburg: Stena RoRo has become the first operator to sign a contract for DNV’s new Triple-E rating. Triple-E is an environmental and energy efficiency rating scheme for ships which helps ship operators to stay at the forefront with regard to green shipping rules and regulations.