Norwegian certification and classification body DNV GL has produced a 'top 10' cyber security vulnerabilities for oil and gas firms operating offshore Norway. The list, produced as the organization delivered a study on cyber security to the Lysne Commmittee…
Norway's DNV GL is planning to carry out what it is calling the oil and gas industry's largest ever controlled release of carbon dioxide from an underwater pipeline as part of research around carbon capture and storage technologies. The…
Variations in owner, operator and regulatory requirements during engineering and construction phases at South Korean shipyards present a huge challenge for operators and drive up costs. DNV GL has kicked off a joint industry project (JIP) with Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI)…
Polarcus has recently completed a comprehensive verification process in collaboration with specialists from DNV GL to review and audit the company's procedures, methodology, data and calculations, software architecture, and technical…
The plugging and abandonment (P&A) of offshore wells represents a significant cost to operating companies and national authorities. On the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS) alone, the cost is estimated to be US$108 billion (NOK 870 billion) during the next 40 years…
DNV GL Group appointed Tor Svensen as group executive vice president. Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen will succeed Tor Svensen as chief executive officer of its maritime business area. Both will report to the incoming group president and CEO Remi Eriksen…
The board of directors of DNV GL Group appointed Remi Eriksen as the company’s new group president and CEO. He is succeeding Henrik O. Madsen, who is retiring on August 2015. “Eriksen has a solid track-record in leading positions within the company for two decades…
At this week’s Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, DNV GL revealed a study that analyzes current regulatory regimes, outlining possible future developments and DNV GL’s recommendations to reduce the risk of major accidents. Safety model…
Addressing wellhead fatigue issues and proving sufficient margin for drilling operations has been a growing challenge for the oil and gas industry over the last decade. Wellhead fatigue can have significant technical, financial and safety implications for the system…
French super major Total has awarded the marine warranty services (MWS) contract for its Kaombo project offshore Angola to DNV GL. The Kaombo, in Block 32, in 1400-1950m water depth, about 150km offshore Angola, comprises six fields (Gindungo…
DNV GL has released the new Sesam GeniE 7, with new meshing capabilities. When engineers use the finite element method (FEM) to calculate the strength needed for offshore and ship structures to withstand forces such as wind and waves…
DNV GL has opened up a new office in Nanjing to support business growth in the area and be the center for operations in Central China. DNV GL celebrated the opening of its new office in Nanjing. Image from DNV GL…
The completion of a joint industry project (JIP) to improve existing standards and regulations around subsea lifting operations has resulted in a new recommended practice (RP). The RP developed by DNV GL provides guidance on the proper design and correct operation…
The global oil and gas industry is now facing the reality that many of its on and offshore wells are being used beyond the original lifespan. This presents significant uncertainty around the integrity, safety and productivity of the remaining service life…
The DNV GL-led CO2PIPETRANS joint industry project (JIP) is releasing new data that will focus on the transportation component of carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS) projects, to enhance the design of CO2 pipelines. DNV GL is…
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