DNV is one of the world's leading certification bodies/registrars offering the latest in management systems certification services. With more than 49,000 certificates issued worldwide, our name evokes a strong commitment to safety, quality, and concern for the environment.

With the following qualities, we are well-equipped to satisfy your organisation's certification needs:

• We offer Risk Based Certification as the standard way of conducting all management system certification. With our risk-based approach to certification, you get more than just a certificate. Our auditors will also evaluate how your management system handles risks, i.e. identifying strengths, weaknesses, and improvement opportunities.
• We provide a "one stop shopping" concept by offering a range of both single and integrated certification services that enhance the effectiveness of the certification process.
• We have offices all over the world that can provide local service to you. Our employees speak your language and know your local needs, customs, and market.
• We are one of the few global certification bodies actively involved in the development of new international standards, such as the Occupational Health and Safety standard OHSAS 18001 and the Social Accountability standard, SA 8000.
• We are a leading, independent provider of validation and verification/certification services for greenhouse gas emissions reductions. Currently, we are accredited under the UK Emissions Trading Scheme, the Californian Climate Action Registry in the US, and seeking accreditation for projects organised under the Kyoto Protocol.
• We have one of the most stringent auditor training and qualification programmes in the business, guaranteeing that our Risk Based Certification services are delivered with top quality every time, everywhere.

Find out why top companies around the world trust us to meet their different certification needs. You can contact us or meet some of our clients.