DNV Business Assurance - Africa

17/08/2026

Congratulations to 3C Metal Belmet South Africa on the successful completion of its ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 recertification audit.

This achievement reflects 3C Metal Belmet’s continued commitment to quality, occupational health and safety, and continual improvement.
Having maintained DNV certification for 15 years across five certification cycles, 3C Metal Belmet demonstrates a long-standing commitment to robust management systems and high standards of quality and safety.

“This accomplishment is a testament to the collective effort and commitment of our employees”, said the management team at 3C Metal Belmet. “Maintaining certification to ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 demonstrates our commitment to meeting industry standards, delivering for our customers and providing a safe working environment for our people.”

Congratulations to the entire 3C Metal Belmet team on this achievement, and thank you for your continued trust in DNV.

03/08/2026

The draft revision of the world's leading occupational health and safety management system standard ISO 45001 has been released for review.

Proposed changes include a stronger emphasis on work-related well-being, diversity considerations, occupational health processes, return-to-work processes, and evolving workplace risks linked to new technologies and ways of working.

While the changes to ISO 45001 are considered moderate, these are more extensive than those recently released for ISO 14001 and ISO 9001.

Learn more: https://dnv.social/61877zX6J

09/07/2026

C'est aujourd'hui !
Un système qualité peut être conforme… sans pour autant améliorer la performance de l'entreprise.

Dans de nombreuses organisations industrielles, un système de management de la qualité certifié ISO 9001 est en place, mais les mêmes défis persistent : non-conformités récurrentes, processus peu performants, amélioration continue difficile à piloter ou encore difficulté à démontrer la valeur ajoutée du QMS.

La véritable question n'est plus seulement de respecter les exigences de la norme, mais de transformer le système qualité en un véritable levier de performance opérationnelle.

Rejoignez-nous aujourd'hui pour notre webinar « Next Level QMS dans l'industrie manufacturière : Dépasser la conformité ISO 9001 vers la performance opérationnelle », animé par Lynda Tezkratt et Wassim Mansour:

Date: 9 juillet 2026
Horaire: 16h00 à 17h00 (GMT+1)
Langue: française

Il est encore temps de vous inscrire: https://dnv.social/61807Hd8w

29/06/2026

Un système qualité peut être conforme… sans pour autant améliorer la performance de l’entreprise.

Dans l'industrie manufacturière, de nombreuses organisations disposent d'un système de management de la qualité certifié ISO 9001. Pourtant, elles continuent à faire face à des problèmes récurrents : non-conformités répétitives, manque d'efficacité des processus, difficultés à piloter l'amélioration continue ou à démontrer la valeur ajoutée du QMS.

La question n'est donc plus seulement de répondre aux exigences de la norme, elle est de savoir si votre système qualité contribue réellement à la performance opérationnelle.

C'est précisément le sujet de notre prochain webinar, au cours duquel nous partagerons des retours d'expérience, les principaux freins observés sur le terrain et les leviers permettant de faire évoluer un QMS vers un véritable outil de pilotage de la performance.

Webinar, Next Level QMS dans l'industrie manufacturière, animé par Lynda TEZKRATT et Wassim Mansour:

Date: 6 juillet 2026
Horaire: 16h00 à 17h00 (GMT+1)
Langue: française

Inscrivez-vous ici : https://dnv.social/618271IB8

24/06/2026

Dans de nombreuses entreprises manufacturières, le système de management de la qualité est conforme, mais il n’est pas encore pleinement un levier de performance opérationnelle.

La vraie question est donc la suivante :
comment passer d’une approche centrée sur la conformité ISO 9001 à un système qualité qui améliore concrètement l’efficacité, la performance et la création de valeur ?

C’est exactement ce que nous explorerons lors de notre prochain webinar :
Next Level QMS dans l’industrie manufacturière : dépasser la conformité ISO 9001 vers la performance opérationnelle

Au cours de cette session, nos experts Lynda TEZKRATT et Wassim Mansour partageront leur expérience sur :
▪️ Les défis QMS les plus fréquents dans l’industrie manufacturière
▪️ Les limites d’un système basé uniquement sur la conformité documentaire
▪️ Les caractéristiques d’un QMS réellement orienté performance
▪️ La nouvelle approche d’évaluation DNV pour mesurer la maturité du système qualité et prioriser les améliorations

📅 Date : 9 juillet 2026
🕓 Horaire : 16h00 – 17h00 (GMT+1)
🌍 Langue : Français

Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant pour rejoindre la discussion et découvrir comment transformer votre QMS en véritable moteur de performance. https://dnv.social/61807EA0i

17/06/2026

Dans de nombreuses entreprises manufacturières, le système de management de la qualité est conforme, mais ne contribue pas encore pleinement à la performance opérationnelle.
Comment dépasser une approche centrée sur la conformité ISO 9001 pour faire du QMS un véritable levier d’efficacité, d’amélioration continue et de création de valeur ?

Rejoignez notre prochain webinar :
Next Level QMS dans l’industrie manufacturière : dépasser la conformité ISO 9001 vers la performance opérationnelle.

Au cours de cette session, nos experts : Lynda Tezkratt et Wassim Mansour, aborderont notamment :

▪️Les défis QMS les plus fréquemment observés dans l’industrie manufacturière.
▪️Les limites d’une approche fondée uniquement sur la conformité documentaire.
▪️Les caractéristiques d’un système qualité réellement orienté performance.
▪️La nouvelle approche d’évaluation DNV pour mesurer la maturité du QMS et identifier les priorités d’amélioration.

Date : 9 juillet 2026
Horaire : 16h00 – 17h00 (GMT+1)
Langue : Français

Réservez votre place dès maintenant : https://dnv.social/61897DSjT

09/06/2026

One DNV. One shared commitment to Namibia.

DNV Business Assurance and DNV Maritime recently co-hosted the first-ever Customer Seminar and Networking Event in Namibia, bringing both worlds of DNV expertise under one roof for the very first time in the country.

Across two iconic venues in Walvis Bay and Windhoek, and in partnership with Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), we brought together entrepreneurs, investors, maritime professionals, and business leaders for a day of knowledge exchange and meaningful connection.
Two divisions. One mission: helping Namibian businesses and industries grow, compete, and connect to the world.

From DNV Business Assurance, we covered how international standards (e.g. ISO 9001 for quality management, ISO 14001 for environmental performance, ISO 45001 for health and safety, ISO 27001 for cyber security, among others) are opening real doors for companies across Sub-Saharan Africa: credibility in global tenders, access to international supply chains, and the confidence of foreign investors. Not a bureaucratic exercise, but a genuine growth engine.

From DNV Maritime, we tackled how world-class classification, technical advisory, and maritime safety expertise are supporting Namibia's rapidly evolving role as a strategic hub, as the Port of Walvis Bay grows in regional significance and the offshore energy sector attracts global attention.

The highlight? A structured networking lunch with dedicated tables for Certification, Training, and Maritime, where focused conversations turned interest into intent.

This event marks the beginning of a deepened, long-term DNV commitment to Namibia. And we couldn't have done it without the outstanding partnership of Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), whose network and mission aligned so naturally with ours.

👉 Read the full story here: http://spkl.io/618878OPy

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29/05/2026

FSSC 22000 Version 7 has officially been released.

Published on 1 May 2026, the latest version introduces a number of improvements, while remaining largely aligned with what was previously communicated, with no major changes.

Version 7 will become applicable from 1 May 2027, with a 12‑month transition period. While this may feel some way off, early preparation is essential to ensure a smooth and efficient transition.

👉Read our latest update to understand what this means for your organisation and how to get ready: http://spkl.io/618076mPe

28/05/2026

The revision of the ISO 9001 quality management system standard is now entering its final stage.

The Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) has been released, marking a significant milestone ahead of the official publication expected later in 2026.

While the updates are considered moderate, they reflect key priorities in today’s business landscape:
🔹 A stronger emphasis on leadership, including fostering a quality-driven culture and ethical behaviour
🔹 A clearer distinction between risk and opportunity management
🔹 Integration of the 2024 climate change amendments
🔹 Targeted clarifications across selected clauses

For organisations already certified, the transition is not expected to be disruptive. However, early preparation will be essential to ensure a smooth and efficient transition.

At DNV, we’re here to support you with insights, training, and transition audits - helping you stay ahead.

Find out more about what to expect and how to prepare: http://spkl.io/618876g46

22/05/2026

Africa’s first FSC-certified timber stadium has officially opened in Lesotho, and DNV Business Assurance is proud to have provided the independent FSC project certification.

The FSC Stadium of Life, located at the Kick4Life Centre in Maseru, was constructed using 8,584 responsibly sourced and fully traceable eucalyptus poles supplied from FSC-certified plantations in South Africa.
Certified against FSC project certification requirements, the project demonstrates how sustainable construction can reduce reliance on more carbon-intensive materials while creating long-term value for local communities.

Beyond the stadium itself, the initiative supports biodiversity awareness, youth skills development, education, and community engagement through the wider Kick4Life Centre.

For DNV, this certification project reflects the role of independent certification in helping organizations build trust, transparency, and confidence across sustainable supply chains.
“We’re proud to have supported the FSC Stadium of Life through our independent certification, helping to give confidence that the timber used is responsibly sourced and traceable.”
Greg Markwell, Sales Manager, DNV Business Assurance Africa.

Read more: http://spkl.io/6181AhU4P
Watch the full launch event: http://spkl.io/6182AhU4u

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