Industrial Installations Services

COMPLIANCE FOR SAFETY, ENVIRONMENT, REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

Regulatory Framework for Industrial Facilities in Greece and the EU

Industrial facilities - including refineries, chemical plants, manufacturing units, power plants, and storage terminals - are critical assets operating under high safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. 
In Greece and the EU, such installations must comply with:

  • SEVESO III Directive (2012/18/EU) for hazardous substances
  • Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU
  • Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)
  • ATEX Directives (for explosive atmospheres)
  • EN/ISO and ASME standards for mechanical integrity and equipment
  • Environmental Permitting Regulations (ΚΥΑ οικ. 36060/1155/Ε103 in Greece)
  • Frequent inspections, technical certifications, and operational risk controls are essential for compliance, safety, and business continuity.

What are the main Bureau Veritas' Industrial Installations Services?

Bureau Veritas provides a comprehensive suite of services to ensure regulatory compliance, asset integrity, and operational safety, including:

• Design conformity assessments under EU directives (PED, ATEX, Machinery)
• Third-party inspection of pressure vessels, tanks, piping, boilers
• Welding and NDT inspection services
• Periodic and statutory inspections
• Structural integrity evaluations and lifetime assessments
• Risk-based inspection (RBI) plans and implementation
• Compliance audits (SEVESO, safety systems, environmental monitoring)
• Energy efficiency and environmental footprint assessments
• Training and qualification of technical personnel (e.g., Welding, ATEX zones)

  • Industrial Installations Services: which are the main advantages?

    Clients can benefit from Bureau Veritas' expertise in industrial services in several ways:

    • Optimization and Performance Improvement: Bureau Veritas' holistic approach to industrial services can help clients identify opportunities for optimization and performance improvement across their operations. By integrating data from regulatory compliance, asset integrity assessments, and operational safety evaluations, Bureau Veritas can provide clients with comprehensive insights and recommendations to enhance efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
    • Reputation and Stakeholder Trust: By demonstrating a commitment to regulatory compliance, asset integrity, and operational safety through Bureau Veritas' services, clients can enhance their reputation and build trust with stakeholders, including customers, regulators, and the local community.
    This can lead to increased market share, improved customer loyalty, and better access to new business opportunities. 

    Overall, Bureau Veritas' expertise in the suite of industrial services can help clients mitigate risks, ensure compliance, optimize operations, and strengthen their position in the market, ultimately contributing to their long-term success and sustainability.

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Which are the Bureau Veritas' activities for industrial installationS?

Bureau Veritas’ methodology for industrial installations includes:

  1. Pre-assessment and regulatory mapping, identifying all applicable EU directives and national laws.
  2. Integrated inspection approach covering mechanical, electrical, environmental, and HSE dimensions.
  3. Lifecycle coverage:
    • Design phase: conformity verification and document revie w
    • Construction phase: on-site inspections, material validation, welding/NDT
    • Operational phase: scheduled inspections, recertifications, and incident investigation
  4. Risk-based planning using RBI and digital inspection tools to prioritize critical assets.
  5. Use of specialized platforms like Veristar AIM and BV One for traceability and data management.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT INDUSTRIAL INSTALLATIONS

  • Industrial Installations. Which players are these services addressed to?

    • Industrial operators in oil & gas, petrochemicals, cement, metals, food & beverage, and energy
    • EPC contractors and design offices
    • Facility owners and O&M providers
    • Process safety and asset managers
    • Insurance companies and investors requiring independent verification
    • Public authorities and local government agencies.