The first underwater oil well was drilled from a platform in 1891 and since then they have grown into huge structures that dwell deep in the seas, miles from shore. There are several types of oil rigs such as fixed platforms (platforms built on concrete or steel structures that are secured onto the seabed), compliant towers (a slender flexible tower typically used in water depths ranging from 370m to 910m), semi-submersible platforms (transportable platforms of sufficient buoyancy to cause the structure to float) and others include jack-up drilling rigs, drillships, floating production systems, tension-leg platforms, gravity-based structures, spar platforms… heard enough yet!?

The larger platforms of the selection above can employ and house more than a hundred workers. As the platforms are expected to run 24/7 the workers have to endure long 12 hour days for up two weeks at a time. The full time job that is carried out by the teams is extremely dangerous as standard and to top it off; they have to handle the stormy, windy conditions that can present themselves at sea! I know I wouldn’t want to be the one responsible for the risk assessments.. 

This may sound pretty tough but they are very well looked after. The companies that run these facilities ensure that the workers are as comfortable as possible and include for gyms, TV’s, recreational facilities, hotel standard accommodation and quite a comfortable wage slip at the end of the month! Still, I don’t think I’d be very good at living at sea, the thought of it is already sending me a little green at the gills! 

What does DNV mean? It means Det Norske Veritas, which is an autonomous and independent foundation with the objectives of safeguarding life, property and the environment at sea and on shore. DNV containers are offshore units that have been built and certified for transporting and lifting goods in open seas to floating installations such as oil rigs, where the weather isn’t as good as Hawaii. Due to the environment of these particular places, all offshore containers are designed to withstand lifting in rough seas and to avoid failure in such bad conditions. 

All offshore containers can also be built to a CSC Standard allowing them to be transported on containers vessels. DNV Containers are usually with supplied certified lifting slings and shackles, which is the most critical component to safety in transporting the container from the vessel to the offshore platform. They can be supplied with equipment such as forklift pockets for easy access and movability or framework with ISO Block/pad eyes for stacking with ISO Standard container twist locks. All DNV Containers must be certified to an offshore standard such as DNV 2.7-1 or BS/EN12079, giving them total flexibility in both offshore and onshore deployment. 

The offshore industry is getting bigger day by day, which means that the need for DNV containers is getting more immense. There are many types of offshore containers, one of them being a 10ft or 20ft DNV/ISO Offshore Container, which is frequently used for storage, hiring purposes and delivering goods to offshore sites. Others include DNV Half Height Containers, Offshore Cargo Baskets, and DNV Offshore Mud Cutting Skips which are most commonly used for transporting pipes, tools, chains, hooks and anchors in the offshore industry or even offices and canteens, which are used for extra space for personnel.

Standard containers with modifications benefit all types of industries onshore, but offshore containers require more complex requirements which may need to be approved for offshore use. Here at Lion Containers Ltd we are able to offer containers that have been built to an offshore standard with fully approved modifications.

Modified DNV Containers have many benefits, and whether they are being used for storage or office equipment, they can be very beneficial if used in the correct way. If the container is going to be used frequently we are able to provide lighting, switches, power connections and sockets, so you won’t be alone in the dark. These electric components can be IP rated, Atex or Blastproof standard for use in hazardous areas. Use up all that internal capacity with secure shelving! We all know it can get rocky on the sea, so stop your goods from having a joyride with a mesh cage door to keep it secure. Further information regarding a recent container we have converted with shelving and electrics can be read here >> 

Everyone likes a bit of sunlight and easy access! We are able to supply and fit A60 rated windows and personnel doors with the correct fitting and certifications to your offshore containers. DNV Containers can also come with a number of accessories such as tools chests, work benches, gantry cranes, bunded floors and the best part is that we can build according to your bespoke specifications.

Speak to our friendly DNV experts today on 0333 600 6260, whether you require a standard piece of equipment of something a little more bespoke. If you know what you require, complete our Quick Quote and a member of our team will be in touch shortly.

Our containers are certified as DNV 2.7-1 as standard and we are also able to offer certification to DNV 2.7-3. The difference between the two is simple; 2.7-1 is a DNV unit which is used for storage offshore, however a 2.7-3 unit is certified if you are going to stay in the container longer,  for example personnel using a workshop or office unit. The most popular unit that we provide is actually the 20ft new DNV 2.7-1 containers which come with certified slings and shackles. 

In today’s advance world the demand for DNV has become very popular. Not only do we supply and fabricate standard DNV equipment we offer a range to pick from so it can be used up to its full potential. We can also offer Cargo baskets (an open top container used for general storage or special cargo), Tank Containers (used for transporting dangerous and non-dangerous fluids), Bulk Containers (transportation of solids in bulk) and many more. Whatever requirements, we are able to help!