seatec - Finnish marine technology review 1/2014 | Page 3

PHOTO: TILLMANN FRANZEN ONE SMALL STEP NE M FOR DANIEL, F G A GIANT LEAP RT FOR THE SHIPPING INDUSTRY? We play our part in the bigger picture. Daniel Abt is a cargo and stowage securing specialist at DNV GL. He plays a part in finding new solutions for carrying goods around the world in a safe and more energy efficient manner. Together with a team of experts, he has specified an approach to stowing containers that increases flexibility for shipowners. It’s maybe not a moon landing, but it makes a big difference in an industry that’s under constant pressure to remain competitive. Technical experts like Daniel are passionate about advancing safety and performance standards across the entire maritime SAFER, SMARTER, GREENER value chain. We take a broader view on the industry and work relentlessly to make sure the small parts DNV GL play can impact the bigger picture. Following the recent merger between DNV and GL, we are 16,000 employees worldwide dedicated to enabling businesses to meet their challenges in a safer, smarter and greener way; in the maritime, oil and gas, energy and a range of other industries. Discover the broader view at dnvgl.com