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Certification for your IT system

  • Obtain independent certification for your IT system according to EU MRV, UK MRV and IMO DCS
  • Demonstrate compliance and strengthen customer trust in the maritime sector
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IT system certification for maritime emissions regulations 

IT systems play a crucial role in monitoring, reporting and verifying emissions in the maritime sector. With Normec Verifavia’s Certification of IT System, you can have your system independently assessed to confirm that it complies with important international regulations such as EU MRV, UK MRV and IMO DCS (including CII) & FuelEU Maritime. 

This certification helps ICT suppliers demonstrate that their software and processes comply with legal requirements for emissions reporting. At the same time, it increases the reliability of your solution for shipowners and other users. 

Through an independent assessment, customers gain greater assurance that your system is suitable for emissions compliance within international shipping.

Certified IT systems for emissions reporting 

Various maritime IT systems have already been successfully certified by Normec Verifavia for emissions compliance according to EU MRV, UK MRV and IMO DCS (including CII) and FuelEU Maritime. Below you will find an overview of systems that have obtained this certification. 

Certified IT systems: 

  • OCTOPUS-Onboard 8 – ABB Marine & Port  
  • BASSnet™ Fleet Management – BASS Software Ltd  
  • Coach Solutions – Coach Solutions  
  • Danaos Management – Danaos  
  • eMission Monitoring – DYNAMARINe  
  • Vessel Emission Reporting – Aperio – Emerson  
  • Fleet Web – SMHI  
  • Fueltrax Electronic Fuel Monitoring System (EFMS) – Nautical Control Solutions LP  
  • Ship Performance Monitor (SPM) – Fleet Manager – Høglund Marine Automation AS  
  • EcoMATE® MRV – Krohne Marine  
  • KSP Office Web – EU MRV Module – Kyma AS  
  • Liberty Performance Evaluation and MRV Compliance software – ENERFORCE Solutions & Consulting  
  • Marorka Reporting – Marorka  
  • FleetGuard – MeteoGroup B.V.  
  • X Ship Performance – Navgathi Marine Design and Construction Pvt Ltd  
  • BlueTracker One / BlueTracker Reporting – Kalmar Germany Gmbh / NAVIS  
  • Pole Star EVE Module – Pole Star  
  • Online eGenkit System – Power Instruments Pte Ltd  
  • SeeMBox-V MRV Solution – SetelHellas Telecommunications S.A  
  • AMOS (Business Suite – Enterprise Management Suite) – SpecTec Group Holding  
  • FleetDSS – StormGeo AS  
  • Telecomputer ERP System – TELECOMPUTER Center S.A.  
  • Client View Insights – True North Marine Inc.  
  • Tres Vessel Analytics – Tres Technology Solutions LLC  
  • IVY® – VAF Instruments  
  • Performance Indicator Monitor – Veinland Gmbh  
  • VEMS – VERTEX Infosoft  
  • Veslink – Veson Nautical LLC  
  • VEEMS Office – Viswalab  
  • Eniram EU MRV – ENIRAM LTD (Wärtsilä)  
  • We4Sea Dashboard – We4Sea B.V.  
  • Aquametro – Aquametro Oil & Marine AG  
  • efleetwatch – Heidmar  
  • Nautilus Labs – Nautilus Labs  
  • NavFleet Performance – Navtor  
  • Podium5 – Stratumfive  

Our approach 

Normec Verifavia performs certification based on recognized international standards and regulations. During the process, we assess both the technical functioning of the system and the supporting processes. 

The certification is carried out according to, among others: 

General standards 

  • ISO 17065 – Conformity assessment for certification bodies  
  • ISO 25051:2014 – Software quality and testing requirements for ready-to-use software  
  • ISO 14065:2020 – Requirements for greenhouse gas verification and validation bodies  

Specific regulations 

EU MRV 

  • Regulation (EU) 2015/757 – Monitoring, reporting and verification of CO₂ emissions in maritime transport  
  • Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2016/1928  
  • Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2016/1927  
  • Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/2072  

IMO DCS 

  • Resolution MEPC.278 (70)  
  • Guidelines for the development of a SEEMP  
  • DCS Administration verification Guidelines  
  • IMO DCS database guidelines  

UK MRV 

  • The Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme Order 2020  
  • The Merchant Shipping (Monitoring, Reporting and Verification of Carbon Dioxide Emissions) Regulations  

FuelEU Maritime 

  • (EU) 2023 - 1805 Fuel EU Maritime 
  • EU implementing and delegated regulations on FuelEU Maritime 

The benefits of IT system certification 

When your IT system is certified, you immediately benefit from clear advantages for your organization and your customers. 

  • You demonstrate compliance with EU MRV, FuelEU Maritime, UK MRV and IMO DCS regulations  
  • You increase customer confidence through an independent assessment  
  • You support more efficient verification processes for shipowners using your system  
  • You strengthen your market position with a demonstrably compliant maritime software solution  
  • You differentiate yourself in the maritime IT market with a certified emissions management system  

Normec Verifavia expertise 

Normec Verifavia has extensive experience in emissions verification and regulations within international shipping. Our experts combine in-depth knowledge of maritime legislation with technical expertise in IT systems for emissions reporting. 

During certification, we assess, among other things: 

  • Technical documentation such as user manuals and test results  
  • Quality systems and control procedures  
  • System functionality for monitoring and reporting fuel and emissions data  
  • Processing of CII factors within IMO DCS  
  • Cargo data processing for EU MRV  
  • Final result for CII, ETS and FuelEU 

This ensures a thorough and reliable assessment of your system. 

Future emissions regulations 

Regulations regarding maritime emissions continue to evolve. By certifying your IT system, you prepare your organization for current and future compliance requirements. 

A certified system helps your customers report more efficiently and supports them in complying with international emissions regulations. In this way, you build a sustainable and future-proof solution for the shipping sector. 

Important note: 
The use of an MRV or IMO DCS system that is certified by Normec Verifavia does not mean that the verification of emissions reports will be easier, faster or cheaper when Normec Verifavia or another verification body is used. 

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Frequently asked questions

It is an independent assessment of an IT system used for emissions reporting in shipping. The system is audited to confirm compliance with regulations such as EU MRV, UK MRV and IMO DCS.

For developers and suppliers of maritime software or platforms that monitor, process and report emissions data for ship owners.

No, certification is not mandatory. However, it does help demonstrate that your system complies with relevant regulations and can build trust with customers.

The technical operation of the system, documentation, quality procedures and processing of emission and fuel data according to the relevant regulations.

The duration depends on the complexity of the system and the availability of documentation. During the application phase, we determine the schedule together.

No. Certification confirms that the IT system complies with regulations, but does not directly affect the complexity or cost of emissions verification.

The cost depends on several factors, such as the size of the system, complexity and scope of certification. Normec Verifavia therefore always provides a customized quote.

We certify a wide range of maritime IT systems, including data collection, monitoring, reporting and optimization solutions used for regulations such as EU MRV, IMO DCS and UK MRV. Both on-board systems and office software platforms can be assessed.