DNV has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS), a leading university in Indonesia, to advance the country’s maritime and energy sectors. 

Signed on 3 June at the ITS Rectorate Building, the collaboration will begin with several initiatives, including DNV providing ITS’ academic community with access to its standards, rules, and guidelines to enhance the quality of education, research, and community service at the research centre. Additionally, DNV will offer opportunities for ITS students to undertake internships and practical training, and for young lecturers to participate in technical assistance programs at DNV. 

The MoU marks the formalization of a longstanding relationship between the two organizations and will provide further support to ITS as it aims to address challenges facing the maritime and energy sectors including energy transition, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS), by developing a culture of excellence through the development of students. 

Brice Le Gallo, Vice President & Regional Director of Asia Pacific Energy Systems at DNV

Brice Le Gallo, Vice President & Regional Director of Asia Pacific Energy Systems at DNV said: “DNV is committed to supporting Indonesia’s energy and maritime sectors in the journey towards a safer and more sustainable future. Through this collaboration, students can tap into our deep industry expertise to gain valuable insights into real-world challenges and build the essential skills needed to navigate a rapidly evolving global landscape.”

“As we enter a new phase of transition, the spirit of decarbonization has become central to our work and by working with our peers at ITS, we aim to accelerate and support the region’s efforts to safeguard the energy systems of tomorrow.”

Vice Rector I, Prof. Nurul Widiastuti, S.Si, M.Si., Ph.D, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember said:
“This initiative will serve as a platform to strengthen the quality of education across all study programs within the Faculty of Marine Technology, including relevant programs in other faculties.

“With DNV’s support, our responsibility to produce high-quality graduates will be more achievable and will enhance their adaptability to future maritime industry challenges.”

As the world’s largest classification society, DNV provides services to 13,175 ships and mobile offshore units, totaling 265.4 million GT, representing about 21% of the global market share, and is also a leading provider of consultancy and technical supervision services for renewable energy and the oil and gas industry. 

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