Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) and Everllence have signed a framework agreement for strategic collaboration, establishing a five-year partnership focused on maritime decarbonisation and digitalisation.
The agreement sets out a structured framework for cooperation between the two organisations up to September 2031. Under the agreement, BV and Everllence will work as core partners in the areas covered by the framework and establish a governance structure to oversee the collaboration. It will bring together Everllence’s experience in marine propulsion, energy systems and emissions-reduction technologies with BV’s capabilities in classification, technical assessment and regulatory support.
The collaboration will focus on addressing maritime decarbonisation and digitalisation challenges through alternative fuels, advanced propulsion concepts and innovative digital solutions. It is expected to strengthen technical knowledge sharing and support the development of practical, customer-focused solutions.
A steering group will meet annually to review progress, discuss major developments affecting the maritime industry and identify areas for further cooperation. Specific projects will be defined and formalised through individual sub-agreements, allowing the two organisations to develop targeted initiatives as industry requirements, technologies and regulations evolve.
David Barrow, BV SVP for Western Europe and Americas, said: “Decarbonisation and digitalisation are changing both the technologies used on board ships and the regulatory framework around them. This agreement gives Bureau Veritas and Everllence a clear structure for working together over the longer term, identifying areas where our respective expertise can support the development and application of new technologies. The annual steering group will also allow us to review industry developments regularly and focus our cooperation where it can bring the greatest value.”
Chirstian Ludwig, Everllence VP, added: “At Everllence, we believe that the maritime industry’s most important challenges can only be addressed through strong partnerships. Our collaboration with Bureau Veritas brings together complementary expertise, a shared commitment to technical excellence, and a common vision for decarbonisation and digitalisation. Together, we are creating tangible value for our customers while helping shape a safer, more efficient, and more sustainable future for shipping.”
Image: BV and Everllence are entering into a five-year partnership (source: Bureau Veritas)
