RITES, DNV Business Assurance sign MoU for joint exploration in rail transport safety

RITES Limited, a top-tier Transport Infrastructure Consultancy and Engineering company, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DNV Business Assurance India Pvt. Ltd. The purpose of the agreement is to jointly seek business opportunities in the sector of Independent Safety Assessments (ISA).

This collaboration will enable RITES and DNV to combine their efforts, leveraging their respective strengths in the identification, acquisition, and implementation of Railway Assurance & Advisory Services. Their partnership will focus on the Railway Rolling Stock & Signaling and train control system domain, maintaining compliance with applicable standards for Metro, Mainline, and Generic products.

RITES Limited’s Director Technical, Dr. Deepak Tripathi, quoted, “The partnership with DNV will provide a platform to explore business opportunities and will facilitate knowledge sharing in other business areas.”

RITES Limited is a renowned consultancy offering services in the field of transport, infrastructure, and related technologies. The firm holds a significant position in the transport and infrastructure sectors in India and abroad. Its diverse portfolio includes Railways, Highways, Airports, Ports, Ropeways, Urban Infrastructure, Metro / LRT systems, Inland waterways, Renewable energy, and more, as well as Railway Rolling Stock export and related services.

DNV Business Assurance India Pvt. Ltd., headquartered in Norway with regional offices in India and across 100 other countries, is an Independent Expert in Quality Assurance and risk management. Its global presence spans the maritime and transportation segments, including ISA certification of Rail Transport, energy value chain, renewables, oil & Gas, and energy management.