DNV has launched a Shanghai-based gas carrier and alternative fuels expert team to support two thriving markets in China: large gas carriers and alternative-fuelled newbuildings.

DNV signed a memorandum of understanding yesterday with Saronic Ferries to develop Greece’s first electric ferry for short-sea routes in the Argosaronikos region.

Singapore’s Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) has awarded its first project – an ammonia bunkering safety study – to DNV-led consortium.

Classification society DNV has urged shipping to throw its weight behind the ICS bunker fuel levy proposal for R&D fund to accelerate the transition of the shipping industry towards a zero carbon future.

DNV debuted its new smart centre for Greater China region at north Chinese port city of Qingdao to support digitalisation and decarbonisation of maritime.

Qingdao-based Headway Technology obtained SIL (Safety Integrity Level) certification for its OceanGuard marine LNG fuel gas supply system (FGSS) from DNV.

The future of maritime audits and inspections will include a hybrid blend of remote digital verification and on-site verifications, according to classification society DNV.

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