Farfan and Mendes Limited, Hose and Rigging Division has achieved DNV type approval certification for the manufacture and repair of wire rope slings for cargo-carrying units manufactured to the DNV 2.7-1 standard.
“The certification recognises the division’s commitment to providing high-quality and safe products and services to its customers,” the company said, adding that the achievement represents a significant milestone in the company’s efforts to meet international standards of quality and excellence.
It said it can now play a greater role in Guyana’s oil and gas sector whilst helping to boost the capacity of Guyanese companies, expand local content capabilities, and contribute to the growth and development of the market.
DNV (Det Norske Veritas) is a leading global provider of risk management and quality assurance services, with a strong focus on the oil and gas, maritime, and energy sectors. The DNV Certification confirms that Farfan and Mendes’ Hose and Rigging Division has met standards for mechanical equipment and non-electrical equipment, including design, manufacture, and testing.
“Achieving the DNV Certification is a major milestone for our Hose and Rigging Division and a testament to our commitment to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services,” said Andrew Mendes, Managing Director of Farfan and Mendes. “With this certification, our customers can have the confidence that our products and services meet the highest standards for quality, safety, and reliability.”
Farfan and Mendes’ Hose and Rigging Division provides a wide range of products and services, including hoses, fittings, and rigging hardware, to clients in the mining, oil and gas, agriculture, and construction industries. Farfan and Mendes is the trading name for the company registered with the Local Content Secretariat as 2020 FMCG Inc, a joint venture between the Canadian Crosbie and Farfan and Mendes.