OSX Receives ISO Certificates for Engineering, Leasing and Development Unit

OSX, a shipbuilding and offshore services company belonging to the EBX Group, has obtained ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 certification for its Engineering, Leasing and Development Unit, proof of the company´s commitment to comply with global standards for health and safety in the workplace, environmental protection, and quality of services.

This Business Unit is responsible for implementing projects involving the company´s own fleet and third-party vessels and for managing leasing contracts with company clients.

“For a company that has been established for only three years, these certifications demonstrate the integration capacity of our teams and the dedication of all professionals involved in this achievement. We are beginning to consolidate OSX as a benchmark for technical expertise and for adopting high management standards in the Brazilian shipbuilding and offshore segment”, declared Carlos Bellot, OSX CEO.

In 2012, OSX Serviços was also certified under the ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 standards, besides the ISPS CODE (International Ship and Port Facility Security Code) and SPIE (Inhouse Equipment Inspection). These achievements contribute to ensure best practices for operating and maintaining the FPSO OSX-1 and other units in OSX´s fleet in compliance with the company´s sustainability guidelines.

 About the Standards:

•  OHSAS 18001 specification is a benchmark containing requirements for Health and Safety Management Systems.
• ISO 9001 is a global Quality Management standard.
• ISO 14001 is part of a set of global standards related to Environmental Management.