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IMCA Registration of In-Water Commercial Diving Training Schools
IMCA has launched a scheme for registration of in-water diver training schools which offer courses leading to IMCA-recognised certification. These schools can pay an annual fee to gain access to […]
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) Progress Report
The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) are a set of 17 global goals that have been defined to support the world’s transition to sustainable development and a sustainable […]
Outcome of the 108th Session of IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 108)
In summary, MSC 108: 1) Adopted amendments to the SOLAS Convention (MPRA Committee). 2) Adopted a revised roadmap for the development of a code to regulate autonomous ships (Maritime Autonomous […]
Non-Compliance with M190 Categorisation and Recording of Findings
It has come to the attention of the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) that there have been reports of non-compliance with IMCA M190 Code* of practice for developing and conducting […]
Marine Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
What are the key drivers behind BNG?
Renewal of Diving Cards Issued by the South African Department of Employment and Labour
Members’ attention is drawn to the Department of Employment and Labour (DEL)’s recent communication regarding the renewal of DEL-issued diving cards.
Human and organisational performance
In recent years, interest in Human and Organisational Performance (HOP) has increased with both client and member organisations adopting this as an approach to improving safety and operational outcomes. HOP […]
Publication of G012 IMCA assessment procedure for diving contractor membership
IMCA G012 supersedes several information notes that have now been withdrawn.
Tracking Progress: Marine Decarbonisation of the Global Fleet
Summary The evolving landscape of climate regulation, including the IMO’s ambitious greenhouse gas targets, is catalysing a shift towards decarbonisation in the maritime sector. To meet these targets there has […]
FuelEU Maritime – Scope of Application and exclusion of offshore vessels for the moment
The FuelEU Maritime Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2023/1805) was adopted in July 2023 as part of the Commission’s Fit for 55 legislative package to reduce EU greenhouse gas emissions by at […]
Fuel consumption data collection for 2023
In 2019, IMCA’s Marine Policy & Regulatory Affairs (MPRA) Committee identified two possible carbon intensity indicators (CIIs) (Proxy A and Proxy B) for the offshore sector. These were proposed to […]
MEPC 81 Adopts Revised Guidelines on Life Cycle GHG Intensity of Marine Fuels (LCA Guidelines)
The 80th session of IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 80) adopted Guidelines on Life Cycle GHG Intensity of Marine Fuels (LCA Guidelines) by Resolution MEPC.376(80). However, as a result […]
Clarifying what Members need to do to prepare for implementation of the International Code of Safety for Ships Carrying Industrial Personnel (IP Code)
On 1 July 2024, the new SOLAS Chapter XV and International Code of Safety for Ships Carrying Industrial Personnel (IP Code) will enter into force. This new, mandatory, legislation covers […]
Regional harmonised procedures for uniform implementation of the Ballast Water Management Convention in the Mediterranean Sea
The IMO has issued circular BWM.3/Circ.4 advising Flag States and Industry that it has been advised by the Regional Marine Pollution Emergency Response Centre for the Mediterranean Sea (REMPEC) that […]
Laser Safety
Lasers are now widely used in subsea ROV operation for metrology, distance measurements, pointers or as a green line for pipeline scour inspections. They are a valuable tool in many […]
IMCA Air Diving Supervisor Examination – Recommended Study Material
IMCA is frequently asked for a study guide to help candidates preparing to sit the IMCA Air Diving Supervisor certification examination. As part of the recent revision of the IMCA […]
Lifting Terminology: Appropriate Marking on Diving Equipment
IMCA’s Lifting and Rigging Committee received and reviewed comments regarding the terminology used in IMCA’s Diving Documents and on diving equipment that is being lifted. The Committee noted that IMCA […]
Environmentalist Activists
The IMCA HSSE Security Committee has prepared some brief guidance for members based on recent experience on dealing with environmentalist activists.
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