IMCA Awards

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Deadline extension due to popular demand: 19 September 2025!
We are pleased to announce the expansion of the IMCA Awards for 2025 which will now include an additional three categories: 
  • Health and Safety Project of the Year, sponsored by: KB Associates  – Recognising excellence in health and safety performance.
  • Greenhouse Gas Reduction Project of the Year, sponsored by: McDermott – Promoting success in reducing operational and value chain emissions.
  • Environmental Sustainability Project of the Year, sponsored by: Cornerstone Offshore – Highlighting projects designed to support sustainability in offshore / marine environments
  • People Development Project of the Year – Recognising people - focussed initiatives including skills and training, diversity initiatives, and projects to attract new talent to the sector.
  • Innovation and Technology Project of the Year, sponsored by: Unidive Subsea  – Rewarding advancements in digital transformation, AI, and technological innovation.
  • Rising Star Award, sponsored by: Hibiscus Petroleum – Recognising the next generation of talented marine contractors.

IMCA Awards 2025 Sponsors

Entry Criteria

Entering is only open to IMCA Members, and the process is now conducted entirely online, through our simple form.  

A judging panel, made up of selected committee members and IMCA’s respective Secretariat leads, Committee Chairs and IMCA Global Summit Sponsors who will review the entries in a formal and independent scoring process. Shortlisted companies will be announced in the Autumn.

The deadline for entries has now been extended to Friday 19 September 2025 due to unprecedented demand. 

Judging Criteria

Clear, evidence-based improvements in health and safety. Submissions should include data on incident reduction, details of safety initiatives, and examples of how the project has improved safety culture. We’ll be assessing lasting impact, innovation in approach, and staff engagement.

Judges expect measurable reductions in emissions, backed by data. Submissions should include baseline comparisons, evidence of actual or forecasted emissions savings, and information on how these reductions were achieved. Projects that influence wider supply chains or set industry benchmarks will stand out.

We want to see practical outcomes that support marine or offshore environmental protection. Please include monitoring results, project scope, and stakeholder involvement. Judges will look for long-term benefits, replicability, and strong environmental stewardship.

Submissions should show how the project supports people through training, diversity, career development, or talent attraction. Judges will look for participation data, outcomes (such as certifications, hires, or promotions), and how the initiative supports the wider workforce strategy.

We’re looking for practical application of new technology or digital solutions. Please provide technical summaries, deployment outcomes, and user feedback where possible. Judges want to see real-world impact, not just potential - especially improvements in efficiency, safety, or environmental performance.

For the IMCA Global Summit Awards' "Rising Star" category, the judges are looking for manager or peer testimonials; project examples or deliverables; performance metrics or KPIs; training or certification records that demonstrate ambition and growth or internal recognition including awards already received within the organisation that validate the nominee’s contributions.

Judging requirements

What are the judges looking for?

Each submission will be scored out of 25 points, using the following five criteria:

1. Evidence of impact (1–5 points)

  • Demonstrates clear, measurable results relevant to the project goals.
  • Results are supported by data or examples.
  • Outcomes are directly linked to the project activities.

2. Innovation and approach (1–5 points)

  • Shows originality or a creative way of solving a problem.
  • Applies new methods, thinking, or technology.
  • Demonstrates proactive and forward-looking planning.

3. Clarity and quality of submission (1–5 points)

  • Well-structured and easy to follow.
  • Provides relevant supporting data and documentation.
  • Clearly explains objectives, process, and outcomes.

4. Scalability and replicability (1–5 points)

  • Can be applied in other teams, projects, or regions.
  • Has relevance to the wider marine or offshore industry.
  • Shows potential for broader adoption or influence.

5. Long-term benefit (1–5 points)

  • Offers ongoing or sustainable value beyond the initial project.
  • Contributes to lasting improvement in practice or culture.
  • Includes plans or actions for future continuation or development.

For the Rising Star Award the judging will be subject to evidence of performance as indicated in the criteria above.

IMCA Awards 2025 Sponsors

IMCA Awards 2025 sponsors:

KB Associates Pte Ltd provides an integrated specialist consultancy solution to the onshore and offshore industries. Our solutions include Auditing (IMCA) DESIGN Diving systems inspections, Certified IMCA Diving Systems Inspectors, IMCA ROV Audits, Company Health and Safety Management Systems support, Supply of Diving and ROV Representatives, Industry membership consultancy, KBA Certified Lead Incident Investigation and SMEs, Tunelling (Hyperbaric Consultancy and Auditing), Technical Authorship of Diving and Safety Management Systems, KBA IT Solutions (Diving/ROV Planned Maintenance, Risk Management and Incident Investigation Software, Diving/ROV Competency Assessments) and more. Our Training solutions provided by KBA Training (Diving, ROV, Health and Safety, E-Learning courses). 
www.kbassociates.org

McDermott is a leading provider of engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) services for the energy industry. The company’s Subsea and Floating Facilities vertical, headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, delivers subsea field development, fixed and central processing platforms, floating facilities, and decommissioning projects. 

Its operations are underpinned by globally integrated resources, including strategically located fabrication facilities and a diversified marine construction fleet.

Certified as a Great Place to Work in Malaysia in 2025, the vertical’s decade-long presence in Kuala Lumpur and over half a century history in Asia, reflects its commitment to bringing full EPCI expertise to the forefront of offshore energy delivery to the local market and beyond.

Its purpose: to support the development of secure, reliable, and affordable energy for customers in Malaysia, Australia, India, West Africa, the Americas and beyond.
www.mcdermott.com

Cornerstone Offshore Sdn Bhd (COS) is a leading provider of underwater inspection and intervention solutions, specializing in Mini Remotely Operated Vehicles (mROV) and Light Intervention Class (LIC) ROV operations. With a proven track record in delivering high-quality subsea services, COS has successfully executed numerous projects across offshore platforms, rigs, and small craft/vessels, ensuring rapid mobilization for both planned campaigns and emergency response scopes.

Our expertise spans every critical aspect of platform-based operations from safety and operational execution to real-time problem-solving. Through close collaboration with main contractors and end users, we design tailored solutions that meet project-specific requirements, ensuring precision in scope delivery while maintaining flexibility to handle unexpected challenges on site.

At COS, we are committed to driving innovation and sustainability within the offshore energy industry. By adopting environmentally responsible practices and integrating advanced technologies, we strive to deliver reliable, safe, and sustainable subsea solutions that support the evolving needs of our clients while minimizing environmental impact.
www.cornerstone-offshore.com

Unidive Subsea is a leading Singapore-based provider of integrated subsea solutions for the offshore oil and gas industry, serving clients across Asia-Pacific. Our core services include commercial diving, ROV operations, ship husbandry which includes robotic cleaning solutions, UWILD inspections, and structural repair and maintenance. Known for our safety-first approach, operational agility, and commitment to innovation, we support critical marine infrastructure with reliable and cost-effective solutions. With a proven track record across major offshore assets, Unidive Subsea continues to push boundaries in subsea excellence and sustainable offshore operations. 
www.unidive.com.sg

Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad (Hibiscus Petroleum) is a Malaysian independent oil and gas exploration and production company. Its key activities are focused on monetising its producing oil and gas fields and growing its portfolio of exploration, development and production assets in areas of its geographical focus: Malaysia, Vietnam, Brunei, countries in Asia Pacific, the United Kingdom and Australia. Hibiscus Petroleum is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, and its shares are listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad (Bursa Securities).
www.hibiscuspetroleum.com