Are lithium batteries allowed on a DNV GL vessel?

DNV Class published tentative rules for using Lithium batteries on-board vessels in 2012. These rules were updated and published in October 2015 under the common rule set of DNV GL. The requirements are function-based and applicable for all DNV GL classed vessels having batteries larger than 50 kWh.

What are the DNV GL Class requirements for a battery system?

Depending on the application of the battery system, there are certain important elements to consider. DNV GL Class rules require that the battery space has to meet a general fire integrity level of A-0 and A-60 towards any muster stations or evacuation routes.

What does DNV's annual scorecard report say about batteries?

The performance assessment group published the fourth edition of the annual scorecard report last week. DNV looks at topics such as who the world’s biggest battery providers are, how batteries degrade, what their useful lifetime is and how safe batteries are.

Is DNV GL liable?

DNV GL shall not be held liable for any loss or damage arising out of or in any way related to the use of the Handbook, howsoever caused, and DNV GL expressly disclaims liability towards third parties for errors and omissions in the Handbook. 3.1 Why use Batteries? 3.2 What is a battery?

What are the requirements for a DNV classed vessel?

For a DNV classed vessel it is required that the batteries shall be certified for each vessel. Requirements for the certification are given in the Battery Power class rules. In addition to this, DNV offer a service for Type Approval of battery systems.

How can DNV GL help?

DNV GL can assist to select the best option according to operational and environmental requirements. There are two main options: Build a vessel that will use a diesel or gas based power system that can easily be retrofitted with batteries in the future. This can be a good option for ships under construction or existing conventional designs.