Shipping has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past few decades. Advances in technology, new materials and new insights into the design, construction and operation of vessels mean that they are more complex, more efficient and larger than ever before. While the use of ship-to-shore data and greater digitalization is improving operations and performance, reducing maintenance and operational costs, as well as enhancing safety. DNV GL has been at the heart of this transformation for more than 150 years.
“For us, digitalization is not an end in itself, we see it as another means to fulfil our main purpose: ensuring safe operations at sea and protecting life, property and the environment,” says Knut Ørbeck- Nilssen, CEO of DNV GL – Maritime. “The role of class in ensuring the integrity of the vessel and safety of the crew will continue, but the way surveys are conducted may change significantly. Furthermore, digitalization enables us to become more efficient and improve our level of service,” he adds.
