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/2011/dnvopensthoughtprovokingdebateinbrusselsonglobalmegatrendschallengingsustainability.aspBrussels: Technology Outlook 2020 provides a view of the technology solutions for the next decade. DNV’s outlook points at mega-trends analysed on the basis of population, economy, governance, natural resources production and consumption.Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:50:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/swedengrantsshippingcertificationauthoritytodnv.aspOslo: DNV has been granted extended authorisation by the Swedish Transport Agency to act as a Recognised Organisation providing statutory survey services to Swedish-flagged vessels engaged in international trade. Effective from 1 September 2011, this increased responsibility for DNV has the strong support of the Swedish Shipowners’ Association, Sveriges Redare-Förening.Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:49:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvaccreditedforwindturbinecertificationinkorea.aspAs the first international certification body DNV has received accreditation in Korea to deliver type and project certification of wind turbines and wind farms. Due to the accreditation from the Dutch Accreditation Council, DNV now has official approval to handle all aspects of the certification work using its local wind experts. This provides a number of advantages to Korean and Asian manufacturers.Fri, 09 Sep 2011 13:11:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvexpandsitspresenceinchina.aspJiangyin, China- DNV has opened a new office in Jiangyin, Jiangsu Province. This new development strengthens DNV’s continuous commitment to supporting China’s rapidly developing economy.Thu, 08 Sep 2011 14:21:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvdefinessafetestingforhighrisksubseapipelinewelds.aspAberdeen: DNV has developed a protocol to ensure diver safety and weld integrity for the most challenging subsea welding jobs where traditional pressure testing is not possible.Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:19:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvreportwarnstheeraofcheapoiliscomingtoanend.aspAberdeen: The DNV ‘Technology Outlook 2020’ report presented at Offshore Europe warns that the age of ‘cheap’ oil is coming to an end. With a forecasted increase in global energy demand of 19% by 2020, DNV says the sector will have to push the boundaries to satisfy this need.Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:06:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/technologyendorsementsuccessfornewfpsoturretmooring.aspAberdeen: DNV has endorsed Sigma Offshore’s new FPSO turret mooring system that can be installed without drydocking and which uses a fraction of the steel required for traditional turret systems. Suitable for harsh conditions, such as the Arctic, the new technology is expected to significantly reduce installation and operational expenses.Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:03:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/makingtherightdecisionaboutagingoilandgasfacilities.aspAberdeen: DNV has developed a rapid, semi-quantitative method for evaluating asset condition, including a prioritisation of risks and works required, for aging onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities. Put to the test in both Africa and Europe, the aim is to support the investment or divestment decisions that often occur when such facilities near the end of their design life.Wed, 07 Sep 2011 11:59:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/feasibilityofnewdeepwaterwellinterventionapproved.aspAberdeen: DNV has taken Expro’s new AX-S deepwater subsea well intervention system through a feasibility assessment designed to demonstrate the viability of the innovation to stakeholders and investors. AX-S will make well intervention possible without the need for drilling rig or riser system in waters up to 3,000m deep.Wed, 07 Sep 2011 10:00:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvtoclassworldsmostadvancedseismicvessel.aspAberdeen: The new, fifth generation Ramform series seismic vessels of PGS is built at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., Japan. The order for two seismic vessels plus two options which was signed in Oslo earlier this year. When completed in 2013 these vessels will be the most technically advanced seismic vessel featuring 3D seismic data acquisition and analysis capability. The vessels will be built to DNV class.Wed, 07 Sep 2011 08:18:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/dnvdevelopshseproceduresforamidwestutilityswindoperationsintheus.aspSeattle, WA, USA: DNV has developed HSE procedures for a mid-west utility’s wind operations. For wind farm operators such safety programs keep workers safe, comply with regulations and meet or exceed best practices for hazard management in the wind industry.Wed, 07 Sep 2011 06:34:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/southafricaspresidentdiscusscarboncaptureatdnv.aspThe South African president, Jacob Zuma, the Norwegian King Harald, the Norwegian Minister of Oil and Gas, Ola Borten Moe and number of industry players met at DNV today to discuss cooperation and the future for carbon capture and storage (CCS). DNV encourages a close cooperation between stakeholders in order to realize CCS as an industrial opportunity.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:41:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/news_events/news/2011/partnershipagreementwiththecrownprinceandcrownprincesshumanitarianfund.aspDNV 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.Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:50:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/press_area/press_releases/2011/summerstudentspredict4timesasexpensivetodrillinthearctic.aspOslo, 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.Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:50:00 GMThttp://www.dnv.com.au/news_events/news/2011/fritzjakobfredriksenjoinsdnv.aspSINGAPORE – 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.Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:31:00 GMT