DNV releases updated standard for offshore wind turbine structures
DNV’s recognized standard for design of offshore wind turbine structures has been through a revision process together with the wind energy industry. The updated standard which aims to reduce cost and increase safety is now available.
DNV commits to ‘Sustainable Energy for All’
DNV is committed to supporting the UN’s ‘Sustainable Energy for All’ targets.
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.
DNV report warns the era of cheap oil is coming to an end
Aberdeen: 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.
Technology endorsement success for new FPSO turret mooring
Aberdeen: 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.
DNV develops HSE procedures for a mid-west utility’s wind operations in the US
Seattle, 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.
New DNV guidance addresses the optimal use of remote sensing technology for wind power projects
DNV has published a new Recommended Practice document that provides the wind power industry with in-depth knowledge about the use of remote sensing technology for characterizing wind resources.
DNV recognised as a global leader in Sustainability Assurance
OSLO: DNV’s sustainability assurance services were put to the test in global research carried out by the independent analyst firm Verdantix. The analysis found DNV to be one of the six providers that lead the global sustainability assurance market.
Containership owner Seaspan receives Triple-E rating
Vancouver, Canada: Containership owner Seaspan has received DNV’s new Triple-E rating. Triple-E is a voluntary self-improvement tool designed to assist ship owners in continuously improving their environmental performance.
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
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.
DNV introduces new special level wind turbine type certification system
In order to enhance flexibility and speed with regards to type certification, DNV is introducing a new ‘Special Level’ Type Certificate for wind turbines. It differs with respect to the Type Certificate according to IEC 61400-22 in that blade fatigue testing will not be required.
DNV signs cooperation agreement with STRI
DNV has signed an agreement with the Swedish Transmission Research Institute (STRI) in an effort to meet the increasing market demand for advanced solutions for power transmission in the offshore sector.
DNV is appointed as CVA for Cape Wind
Houston: DNV is appointed as the Certified Verification Agent (CVA) for the Cape Wind Project, the first offshore wind farm to be built in the US. The role of DNV as CVA is to conduct third-party design reviews, inspections and other verification activities.
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.
DNV report on Deepwater Horizon BOP concluded
Oslo: The forensic examination of the Deepwater Horizon blowout preventer (BOP) is now concluded, and DNV has submitted its report to the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement (BOEMRE), who today made the report publically available.
Towards performance based regulations
The US Coast Guard issues regulations to ensure maritime safety. USCG Commandant Bob Papp is interviewed in DNV’s corporate magazine Forum: “To be sure, we have prescriptive regulations, such as many of the lifesaving and fire protection regulations, but we are moving more towards performance based regulations,” he says.
Large potential for LNG in regional shipping and power generation
Singapore: Investments in infrastructure for small scale LNG power production might be justified when the total demand for electric power exceeds 500 MW within a 120,000 km2 island region with no pipeline connection.
Joint Industry Project to develop an improved design basis for the use of shear keys
DNV is inviting key industry players to create an improved basis for a reliable design methodology for grouted connections with shear keys in jacket type and monopile wind turbine structures.
Joint Industry Project to manage subsea power cabling risks
Brussels: In order to decrease the risks associated with subsea power cabling in offshore wind farms and other energy-related projects, DNV is inviting the industry to develop common best practices.
DNV strengthens cleaner energy management in North America
Houston, USA: In order to support ambitious growth targets in the US, DNV announces the promotions of Robert Z. Poore to Vice President of Business and Service Development for Cleaner Energy and Stephen R. Jones to Head of Department in the Seattle and Boston offices.
First 2-stroke gas engine taking Quantum 1-stroke further
London: By introducing a new solution for LNG-fuelled ships, DNV and MAN Diesel & Turbo are taking the Quantum concept ship one stroke further. Both the machinery and the hull design and arrangement have been improved.
DNV recommends LNG fuel shipping for North America
Houston: “Domestic ships in North America have three options to meet new emissions control regulations; install scrubbers, burn low sulphur fuel or switch to LNG fuel for the ship’s propulsion,” says Kenneth Vareide, director of operations for DNV North America Maritime.
Supply chain optimization will reduce ship emissions and benefit the environment
Together with partners in the MARLEN project, DNV recently completed the development of a supply chain performance tool for calculating the environmental impact and energy efficiency of maritime logistics chains.