Lloyd’s Register certifies EDF Energy Networks
16/03/2010
Lloyd’s Register has certified EDF Energy Networks against the BSI Publicly Available Specification 55 (PAS 55-1) in a rigorous process of assessment which benchmarks best practice in asset management.
Lloyd’s Register has certified EDF Energy Networks against the BSI Publicly Available Specification 55 (PAS 55-1) in a rigorous process of assessment which benchmarks best practice in asset management.
Lloyd's Register originally awarded EDF Energy Networks PAS 55-1 certification to the 2004 version of PAS 55 in 2006. Prior to the expiry of this certificate EDF Energy Networks again chose Lloyd's Register to undertake the assessment to the new 2008 version of PAS 55-1. The 2008 version had been updated by BSI following extensive consultation with stakeholders worldwide. Lloyd's Register was involved in the changes which contained many new and improved requirements and brought the specification in line with international standards.
Presentation of the certificate took place at EDF Energy Networks offices in London on March 15, 2010. Tim Walsh, Regional Energy Manager for Lloyd’s Register EMEA, presented the certificate to Barry Hatton, Director of Capital Programme, and Leisha Krandoo, Engineering Audit & Assurance Manager for EDF Energy Networks. Walsh said: “It was evident that EDF Energy Networks has a very organised and disciplined approach to asset management with many robust and effective processes in place. Our assessment team were impressed with the overall progress that had been made since previous assessments and in particular the work being undertaken on the Networks first programme, and on competency and resourcing.”
Barry Hatton said: “The changes implemented as part of the process of obtaining PAS 55 has enabled our business to become more effective and more efficient. This has led to a number of initiatives which we are confident will provide significant improvements to the business. EDF Energy Networks looks forward to continuing the good working relationship with Lloyd’s Register during the ongoing assessment process in our quest for continuous business improvement.”
PAS 55 is rapidly becoming the global standard for asset management and this certification reinforces the Lloyd’s Register Group as a world leader in PAS 55 certification in Europe, North America and Asia.
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Notes to editors
1. Lloyd’s Register provides independent assurance to companies operating high risk capital intensive assets in energy and transportation to enhance the safety of life, property and the environment, thereby helping its clients ensure safe, responsible and sustainable supply chains. The Group comprises charities and non-charitable companies, with the latter supporting the charities in their main goal.
2. The Lloyd’s Register Group has an impressive track record in verification and related activities to major hazard industries. The PAS 55-1 certificate was awarded to EDF Energy Networks by Lloyd’s Register EMEA, a member of Lloyd’s Register Group.
3. The Lloyd’s Register Group used its worldwide experience of management systems and asset management expertise in a variety of industries to support the Institute of Asset Management (IAM) in the development of PAS 55. Published by the British Standards Institution (BSI), PAS 55 is a leading management systems framework upon which effective asset management strategies can be based. It was developed as a quality benchmark for management practices in asset-intensive industries such as power, oil and gas and transportation.
4. Lloyd’s Register provides a range of assurance services to the utilities sector to help ensure assets are properly managed and assessed. The combination of Lloyd’s Register’s experience in the energy and utilities sector coupled with its independent, third party expertise provide a vital service for many organisations and their supply chains.
5. The contracted was awarded to Lloyd's Register EMEA. Services are provided by members of the Lloyd’s Register Group. Lloyd’s Register, Lloyd’s Register EMEA and Lloyd’s Register Asia are exempt charities under the UK Charities Act 1993.
About EDF Energy Networks
1. EDF Energy is one of the UK’s largest energy companies, producing around one-fifth of the nation's electricity from its nuclear, coal and gas power stations, as well as combined heat and power plants and wind farms. The company provides power to a quarter of the UK’s population via its electricity distribution networks and supplies gas and electricity to more than 5.5 million business and residential customers. It is the number one supplier of electricity to major business in the UK.
2. EDF Energy’s safe and secure operation of its eight existing nuclear power stations at sites across the country makes it the UK’s largest generator of low carbon electricity. EDF Energy is also leading the UK's nuclear renaissance and has published plans to build four new nuclear reactors, subject to the right investment framework. These new plants would generate enough low carbon electricity for about 40% of Britain’s homes. They would make an important contribution to the UK’s future needs for clean, secure and affordable energy. The project is already creating business and job opportunities for British companies and workers.
3. Through Our Climate and Social Commitments EDF Energy has launched the biggest environmental and social programme of any UK energy company. EDF is the official energy utilities partner and sustainability partner of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The company is also helping its customers and others use energy more sustainably through products and initiatives such as Read, Reduce, Reward and Team Green Britain.
4. EDF Energy is part of EDF Group, one of Europe’s largest power companies. Following the integration with British Energy in 2009, the company employs nearly 20,000 people at locations across the UK.
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