What DNV does

DNV (legal entity DNV AS) is a Norway-domiciled, privately held assurance and risk management organization founded in 1864, employing approximately 12,000 people across offices in more than 100 countries. The company operates five business areas: Maritime (world-leading classification institution for shipping and offshore), Business Assurance (management system certification, supply chain assurance, training), Energy Systems (advisory, monitoring, verification and certification across the energy value chain including renewables and oil and gas), Life Sciences (healthcare and pharmaceutical certification), and Digital Solutions (maritime, energy, and oil and gas software). DNV issues over 90,000 management system certificates globally and serves more than 70,000 customers, including named logos such as KPN, Arcadis, UWV, Koole Terminals, Antoni van Leeuwenhoek, and Prinses Máxima Centrum.

The company's core technology is the Veracity platform, an open customer portal that provides access to datasets, APIs, applications, certification marks, and benchmarks; proprietary features include Risk Based Certification (audit methodology), the Lumina benchmark tool (analytics over audit data from 70,000+ customers), a Supply Chain Assurance Platform, and remote audit/inspection capabilities. In November 2025 DNV acquired Security Academy and SECO-Institute to strengthen its cybersecurity training offering ahead of the Dutch Cyberbeveiligingswet (NIS2 implementation) taking effect on August 15, 2026.

DNV generates revenue primarily through subscription-style management system certification (multi-year contracts with annual surveillance and triennial re-certification), professional services training programs (Business Assurance Training, Energy Academy, Maritime Academy), energy sector advisory engagements, supply chain assurance assessments, and cybersecurity training. Pricing is quote-based, determined by certification scope, number of sites, and training requirements, with no public pricing available. The go-to-market is sales-led and enterprise-focused, executed through a global direct office network of qualified auditors, supplemented by the Veracity self-serve platform and remote audit delivery.

Name

DNV

Legal name

DNV AS

Website

https://dnv.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1864

Operating status

Operating

Short description

DNV is a Norway-based, privately held assurance and risk management firm operating in 100+ countries with 12,000 employees, providing management system certification, training, supply chain assurance, energy advisory, and maritime classification to enterprise and mid-market customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Certification and Assurance Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Testing Laboratories and Services (54138), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690), Other Computer Related Services (541519)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Third-Party Certification, Code Compliance & Regulatory Inspection (ASME/API/ISO) (EUAEAHAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

MRV Software Platforms, Data QA/QC & Digital Audit Trails (EUAHADAD)

Keywords

• Management system certification
• Risk management advisory
• Maritime classification services
• Energy advisory services
• Supply chain assurance

Headquarters

HQ city

Barendrecht

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Management System Certification: DNV issues over 90,000 management system certificates globally. Certification covers various standards including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001, FSSC 22000, BRCGS, IFS, and others.
2. Training Services: Comprehensive training programs covering management systems, cybersecurity, food safety, health and safety, quality management, and sector-specific technical training.
3. Energy Sector Advisory: Certification, verification, monitoring, and advisory services across the entire energy value chain including renewable energy, oil and gas, transmission and distribution, and end-use.
4. Supply Chain Assurance: Assessments, inspection and certification services supporting organizations in setting up transparent, resilient, and responsibly managed supply chains.
5. Cybersecurity Services and Training: NIS2 compliance training, ISO 27001 certification, and cybersecurity awareness training following acquisition of Security Academy and SECO-Institute.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DNV provides independent third-party certification, verification, assurance, advisory, and training services that help organizations manage risk and demonstrate compliance with international standards. Its service lines span Maritime classification, Energy Systems advisory, Business Assurance management system certification, Life Sciences quality assurance, and Supply Chain & Product Assurance, supported by digital platforms such as Veracity and Lumina.

Product overview

DNV offers a diversified portfolio of assurance and advisory services organized across five main business areas: Maritime, Business Assurance, Energy, Life Sciences, and Digital Solutions. The core offering includes certification and training services for management systems (such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, FSSC 22000, BRCGS, IFS), supply chain assurance, and risk-based auditing through Business Assurance. The Energy Systems business provides advisory, monitoring, verification and certification services across the entire energy value chain. These services are delivered through multiple channels including the Veracity customer portal platform (providing access to data, APIs, applications and benchmarks), classroom and online training programs (Energy Academy, Maritime Academy, Business Assurance Training), and digital tools like the Lumina benchmark platform. The overall architecture is service-oriented rather than a single unified software product, with offerings spanning certification, training, advisory, and digital platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Veracity: Open and secure customer portal providing access to data, image marks, APIs, applications and benchmarks for DNV clients.

Products and services

• Business Assurance Certification Services Independent third-party certification, audit, and assurance services for management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) delivered to enterprises and organizations such as KPN, Arcadis, and UWV.
• Maritime Classification and Statutory Services Classification, statutory certification, and technical advisory services for ships, offshore installations, and maritime assets, including rules, surveys, and cyber security services for the maritime industry.
• Energy Systems Advisory and Certification Independent advisory, verification, and certification services for energy producers, grid operators, and renewable developers covering power, oil and gas, and renewables projects.
• Life Sciences Certification Services Certification, audits, and quality assurance services for healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical device, and life sciences manufacturers.
• Supply Chain & Product Assurance Independent supply chain and product assurance services, including product certification and supplier audits, for organizations managing complex global supply chains such as Bioland, Villeroy & Boch, and Connect Austrian.
• Veracity Data and Assurance Platform DNV's independent digital platform that enables secure data sharing, verification, and digital assurance services for customers, partners, and the wider maritime and energy ecosystems.
• Lumina Certification Benchmark Proprietary benchmark tool from DNV that allows certified clients to compare their management system performance against peers using data from millions of delivered certificates.
• Risk Based Certification (RBC) DNV's risk-based audit approach for management system certification that focuses audit effort on the areas of greatest risk to the certified organization, available as a standalone service offering.
• Remote Audits and Inspections DNV's remote audit and inspection service that uses digital collaboration tools to deliver certification and inspection engagements without on-site presence.
• Energy Academy Training Professional training courses and certification programs delivered by DNV covering energy standards, practices, and technical topics for energy sector professionals.
• Maritime Training Academy Training courses delivered by DNV for maritime professionals, covering class rules, technical standards, safety, and maritime operations.
• Business Assurance Training Training courses on ISO management system standards, audit techniques, and related assurance topics delivered by DNV's Business Assurance organization.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90,000 management system certificates issued globally
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Trees for AllminorOthers · 1 January 2026Environmental partnership where DNV planted 200 trees in 2026 as contribution to biodiversity, nature restoration, and healthy living environment in the Netherlands and internationally. Projects supported include locations in Madagascar where ecosystems are restored and local employment is created.
• Security Academy and SECO-InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2025DNV acquired Security Academy and SECO-Institute in November 2025 to strengthen its cybersecurity and information security training offerings. This acquisition enhances DNV's ability to support organizations with NIS2 compliance and broader cybersecurity training needs.
• Stichting PresentminorOthers · 1 January 2024Three-year partnership extension (from initial 3-year term) for corporate social responsibility activities in Barendrecht. DNV Business Assurance contributes to local community through practical assignments at residents or care organizations and social activities with residents.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bureau Veritas: French-headquartered global TIC leader offering testing, inspection, and certification across marine, offshore, industry, construction, and government services. Directly comparable to DNV in scope, scale, and customer base across maritime classification, energy, and management system certification.
• SGS: Swiss-headquartered global TIC company providing inspection, verification, testing, and certification services across industries including energy, food, life sciences, and consumer goods. Directly competes with DNV in ISO management system certification, energy services, and supply chain assurance.
• TÜV SÜD: German-headquartered TIC and certification body with strong automotive, industrial, and energy testing practices. Directly comparable to DNV in ISO certification, cybersecurity services, and energy transition advisory.
• Intertek: UK-headquartered global TIC company providing quality assurance, testing, inspection, and certification across consumer products, commodities, and energy. Directly competes with DNV in supply chain assurance, energy testing, and management system certification.
• TÜV Rheinland: German-headquartered TIC services provider operating across industrial, mobility, product, and life services. Directly comparable to DNV in ISO certification, cybersecurity assessments, and energy/industrial testing and inspection.
• DEKRA: German-headquartered TIC organization focused on automotive, industrial, and personnel certification. Comparable to DNV in management system certification, cybersecurity, and industrial inspection services.
• Lloyd's Register: UK-based classification society providing maritime classification, energy advisory, and management system certification. Directly competes with DNV's Maritime business area and energy transition advisory.
• BSI (British Standards Institution): UK-based standards body and certification company providing ISO management system certification, training, and compliance services. Directly competes with DNV in management system certification and training.

Broad incumbents

• UL Solutions: US-headquartered global safety science organization offering testing, inspection, certification, and software advisory across multiple industries. Comparable to DNV in standards-based certification and energy/maritime testing.
• Applus+ IDIADA: Spain-headquartered TIC company providing testing, inspection, and certification across automotive, energy, and industrial sectors. Comparable to DNV in energy and industrial certification services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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