Partnership agreement with The Crown Prince and Crown Princess’ Humanitarian Fund
DNV signed Friday 12 August an agreement with The Crown Prince and Crown Princess’ Humanitarian Fund to become one of their main partners. The agreement runs for five years.
Fritz Jakob Fredriksen joins DNV
SINGAPORE – DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) is pleased to announce that Fritz Jakob Fredriksen has joined the company as a Principal Consultant. In his new role, he will be advising shipping companies on a wide range of issues, including fuel management, regulatory and environmental matters, port operations, navigation, as well as safety training and practices.
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.
DNV secures energy efficiency contracts in Russia
Russian oil company TNK-BP recently gave the green light for two energy efficiency contracts with DNV’s climate change and environmental services unit in Moscow.
Quality assurance pays dividends
Applying a thorough process of quality assurance in projects can help companies avoid costly problems according to DNV risk management experts.
First in Czech Republic
The University Hospital Brno (UHB) is the first to receive DNV’s international healthcare assessment certificate for patient safety in the Czech Republic.
New DNV Forum focuses on Europe
DNV Forum issue no 2-2011 is now available. The spring edition focuses on the European market.
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
Korea’s offshore wind turbine test bed
DNV is to provide consulting services to the offshore wind turbine test bed project of Young-Kwang, a major offshore wind farm to be built in South Korea.
DNV contributes to sustainable healthcare in China
Zhengzhou Orthopedics Hospital in central China’s Henan Province has become the first Chinese hospital to apply for DNV’s International Accreditation Standard, which addresses patient safety and quality of healthcare.
DNV addressing healthcare in Slovenia
DNV is supporting Slovenian healthcare authorities in their drive to improve patient safety and quality of care. The first two certificates to the DNV international accreditation standard for hospitals have been issued in Europe to two hospitals in Slovenia.
DNV releases its Annual Report 2010
2010 saw DNV strengthen its position as a leader in helping companies worldwide to manage risks, despite a small decrease in both its total revenue and number of employees.
New DNV Business Assurance website
The new website www.dnvba.com houses the certification, assessment and training services delivered by DNV Business Assurance. Browse services that can help assure the performance of your systems, products and organisations.
DNV predicts technologies towards 2020
DNV’s Technology Outlook 2020 report highlights technologies that could have great impact in the maritime and energy sectors.
DNV Petroleum Services goes green with DHL
Singapore-based DNV Petroleum Services now uses DHL’s GOGREEN Carbon Neutral shipping services.
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DNV verifies world’s first REDD credits under voluntary program
Wildlife Works’ Kasigau corridor REDD project in Kenya is first to issue REDD credits under the Voluntary Carbon Standard. DNV validated and verified the project.
DNV develops process to utilize CO2
DNV has developed a process to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into useful products. Results suggest that its electrochemical conversion process could be a commercially viable technology in the future.
Combating Human Trafficking
DNV joins forces with leading business partners to combat human trafficking.
DNV verifies Heathrow under the Airport Carbon Accreditation Scheme
DNV Business Assurance has recently independently verified Heathrow Airport’s Scope 3 carbon emissions under the Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme.
New international social responsibility standard
100 countries and 40 international organisations are behind the development of a common international social responsibility standard ISO 26000. The Norwegian launch was at DNV’s headquarters today.
DNV joins alliance to address challenges in communicating sustainability
International project gathers leading companies and experts to develop new approach to communicating sustainability and create a new narrative on what sustainable future entails.
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COO beats sustainability drum
DNV’s Chief Operating Officer Bjørn K. Haugland underlines growing interest in sustainability as business case.
DNV Petroleum Services field study probes 2 mg/kg H2S maximum limit in ISO 8217:2010 marine fuel specification
SINGAPORE – A DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) field study on hydrogen sulphide (H2S) measurements in marine fuel has reiterated concerns about the reliability of the ISO 8217: 2010 maximum 2 mg/kg H2S limit as a safety net for ship personnel.
Strategic alliance with JACO
DNV's Business Assurance division in Japan is forming a strategic alliance through a capital tie-up with Japan Audit and Certification Organization for Environment and Quality (JACO).
China expert to join DNV
DNV has strengthened its capability on Chinese-Norwegian business relations by appointing Henning Kristoffersen as Principal Consultant for its newly formed Sustainability and Innovation division.
Striking a chord at IORS 2010
At the recent high-profile 17th Annual India Oil & Gas Review Summit & International Exhibition 2010 organised by the leading energy and engineering publication in India, Oil Asia Journal, the DNV Energy and Software units together attracted elite customers and prospective customers at the exhibition.
DNV forays into Dynamic Positioning Course Certification
DNV SeaSkill certified its first Dynamic Positioning course offered by world-wide maritime training provider, Sir Derek Bibby Maritime Training Centre, the training arm of Bibby Ship Management situated in Mumbai, India.
Climate change and healthcare on DNV agenda
Green mechanisms to limit greenhouse gas emissions and global healthcare issues, were addressed at a meeting with Norway’s diplomatic corps abroad.
Asia’s First TOTS Compliant Cargo Handling Simulator validated by DNV
The performance of Asia's First Cargo Handling Simulator designed, set-up and owned by global simulation solution provider Applied Research International (ARI), is validated by the competency management arm of DNV, DNV SeaSkill.