DNV joins International Windship Association

According to the IWSA, DNV’s full membership in the trade lobby association complements the company’s role as a class society offering technical certification and precertification services for ships using wind propulsion technology. 

DNV’s services to ships with wind propulsion on board include offering a new class notation for ships using wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS). To date, DNV has awarded class approval in principle to a number of WAPS on the market. DNV also provides bespoke advisory services to guide customers through assessing the safety, commercial and technical suitability of WAPS and which systems are right for their business.

IWSA secretary general Gavin Allwright said, “We are delighted to welcome DNV into IWSA with full member status at such a pivotal intersection on the wind-propelled shipping journey. It will bring a wealth of experience to the association which is imperative since classification societies play a critical role in supporting safety and new technology, including those for wind-powered or wind-assisted shipping.”

DNV senior principal engineer Hasso Hoffmeister said, “DNV has comprehensive wind expertise which we will bring to our membership role in IWSA to support the anticipated expansion of wind propulsion technology for the use of wind as a renewable energy source by ships. IWSA has made great strides in facilitating the accelerated uptake of wind and is the key convenor of important players. In this ever-advancing technology sector, DNV is perfectly positioned to support the wind revolution.”