Maritime

DNV is one of the world's leading classification societies. We assist our customers within the maritime industry to manage their risks in all phases of a ship's life, through ship classification, fuel testing and a range of technical business risk, environmental and competency-related services.

Rules & standards

DNV has developed rules and standards for ships for more than 140 years, and is a world leading classification soctiety. You can access our rules and standards through the DNV webshop and our extranet DNV Exchange. Read more on dnv.com.
Ship classification

Verification against Rule requirements during design, construction and operation of ships and offshore units. Read more on dnv.com.
Statutory services

World-wide network of 300 survey stations that issue statutory certificates on behalf of more than 80 flag administrations. Read more on dnv.com.
Certification of Materials and Components

All materials, components and systems relevant to safe operation, quality of ships and mobile offshore units. Read more on dnv.com.
Consulting

Consulting services within commercial, operational, and technology management. Read more on dnv.com.
Competence

Ensures competence is properly addressed, built and retained in shipping companies. Read more on dnv.com.
Fuel testing

Total fuel management. Read more on dnv.com.

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 at the London Hilton Hotel, Chief Operating Officer Ioannis Kourmatzis accepted the award on behalf of DNV.

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Maritime publications
DNV produces a number of publications for customers and others interested in our maritime activities. The aim is to improve shipping quality by sharing DNV's knowledge and expertise.