Classification is a system for safeguarding life, property and the environment at sea. It entails verification against a set of requirements during design, construction and operation of ships and offshore units. These requirements are based on the accumulated experience from DNVs large classed fleet, research and development and more than 140 years of experience. Our surveyors stationed around the world work with customers to ensure compliance throughout the lifetime of the classified object. DNV is one of the worlds leading classification societies. Below you may find our main services within Classification.
[12/01/2006] DNV acquires proNavis AS
DNV has acquired the Norwegian software and consulting company proNavis AS.
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[10/01/2006] DNV reopens New Orleans Office
The DNV New Orleans office is 100% operational as of 3 January 2006. The New Orleans and Mobile offices were closed due to the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina.
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What classification societies do Classification societies establish and apply technical requirements for the design, construction and survey of principally ships and offshore structures. The mission is to contribute to the development and implementation of technical standards for the protection of life, property and the environment. Read more.
Ship Classification DNV currently classify more than 5000 ships totalling approximately 110 million grt. This constitutes 16 percent of the world's fleet in tonnage terms. In 2006, DNV's newbuilding market share is about 24 percent of the global market. Read more.
Offshore Classification DNV currently classify 166 mobile offshore units. This constitutes about 30 percent of the world's tonnage, including mobile rigs, floating production and storage vessels (FPSO) and other units for offshore drilling and production. Read more.
