http://www.dnv.com.au/rss/internationalnews.aspRecent news from Det Norske Veritashttp://www.dnv.com/binaries/dnvlib_gfx_logo_tcm4-255694.gifhttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/norway_day_at_expo_in_korea.aspYeosu, 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.Mon, 14 May 2012 11:11:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/smart_energy_collective.aspDNV KEMA signs cooperation agreement involving the development of five large-scale smart grid demonstration projects.Fri, 11 May 2012 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/dnv_expands_its_sustainability_consultancy_with_the_acquisition_of_two_tomorrows_group.aspLondon: DNV, the international risk management company, has acquired leading sustainability agency, Two Tomorrows Group, further expanding its sustainability consulting service capability across the globe.Tue, 08 May 2012 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/dnv_has_entered_into_a_strategic_partnership_with_norwegian_stormgeo_group.aspOslo/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.Mon, 07 May 2012 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/dnv_increases_its_arctic_focus_and_acquires_the_oilspill_preparedness_company_nps.aspThe 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.Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:07:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/strong_performance_in_key_markets.aspOslo: DNV last year continued to perform strongly in all its key markets worldwide through its range of services for managing risk. The company managed to secure a good share of the newbuilding classification market in a contracting shipping market, while matching industry growth rates in the oil and gas sector. In addition, DNV managed to strengthen its global position within the Business Assurance sector. DNV also announced its largest ever acquisition, giving it a new global position in the energy business.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:04:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/dnv_kema_establishes_asia_hq_for_transmission_and_cleaner_energy_sectors_in_beijing.aspBeijing 26. April: DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainability is setting up its Asia Pacific Headquarters for services towards the transmission and cleaner energy sectors in Beijing. “DNV is committed to help China develop a safer, more efficient and reliable energy supply system with improved fossil and renewable power generation to support China’s growth ambitions and development towards a low carbon economy,” said DNV’s Group CEO Henrik O. Madsen at a press conference in Beijing.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:05:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/news_events/news/2012/dnv_shortlisted_to_host_new_climate_technology_centre.aspDNV shortlisted to host new UNFCCC Climate Technology Centre and Network that will support technology solutions for developing countries.Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/news_events/news/2012/new_dnv_business_assurance_australia_new_zealand_website.aspThe new website found at www.dnvba.com.au 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.Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/dnvleadsdiscussiononlngbunkeringineurope.aspBrussels: Recognising that LNG is one of the best solutions for complying with upcoming emission regulations for ships, DNV is currently conducting a feasibility study for the Flemish Government relating to the provision of LNG bunkering facilities in three Belgian ports.Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:55:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/solutionsforasustainabletomorrow.aspJoin us in finding the solutions for a sustainable tomorrow. Until April 20, you can nominate a solution for the Sustainia100 and if selected, enter the run-up to the Sustainia Award.Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:13:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/dnvtocooperatewithkoreanationaloilcorporationonehsq.aspSeoul: 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.Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:57:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/closetiesbetweendnvandkogasinlngresearchanddevelopment.aspSeoul: 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.Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:10:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/singaporejointindustryprojectonfuturelngbunkering.aspThe Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), has established a Joint Industry Project (JIP) to investigate the operational feasibility of LNG bunkering in Singapore in collaboration with Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Clean Technology Centre and 21 industry partners.Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:52:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2012/newstaffappointmentsatdnvpetroleumservices.aspSingapore: DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS) is pleased to announce that several highly experienced individuals have joined its offices in Piraeus and Oslo.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 21:58:00 GMT