The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has announced the launch of a new ‘IMCA Partner’ membership tier, designed to enhance and formalise strategic relationships with key stakeholders across the offshore energy sector.
The new category introduces a structured approach to collaboration with organisations that play an important role in supporting IMCA’s mission. These include trade associations, membership organisations, non-governmental bodies, regulators, academic institutions, and other non-profit organisations.
IMCA Partnerships will be offered by invitation as a membership category recognising the value that closer cooperation with key stakeholders generates for IMCA Members.
In doing so, it will strengthen alignment around shared priorities that fall within IMCA’s mission: to advocate for technical excellence and standardisation, support a safe, skilled, and diverse workforce, and advance sustainability and operational efficiency in offshore activities.
Jo Deal, IMCA’s Head of Member Engagement, said: “With the introduction of IMCA Partnerships, we are reinforcing our commitment to collaboration across the offshore industry, creating a stronger, more connected network to address shared challenges and opportunities.
“This new structure allows us to ensure our relationships are purposeful, aligned, and mutually beneficial – generating real value for IMCA Members.”
As part of the launch, IMCA will conduct a review of all its existing ‘Associate’ Members. Those with strong strategic alignment will be invited to transition into the new IMCA Partner category during 2026.
