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Approved Diving System Inspector scheme progresses
Two new Guidance documents set requirements for training courses and accreditation for diving system inspectors in forthcoming ADSI scheme.
International Maritime club Awards celebrates sector in prestigious event
IMCA awarded Best Maritime Compliance Award in London ceremony honouring the sector.
New diving guidance on subsea power cables
New guidance from IMCA has been published to support the increase in diving work related to offshore renewable energy projects and subsea power cables.
A busy summer of Member and stakeholder engagement
Recently appointed CEO Iain Grainger visits largest floating offshore wind farm in the world and meets with industry stakeholders in the UK.
Diving certificate forgeries discovered
Find out more about how IMCA’s processes maintain quality and safety standards for the offshore industry and protect Members’ reputations.
eCMID and eMISW vessel inspection templates updated
Improvements to the system feature new advice on closing meetings and pilot ladder inspections, as well as revisions to the DP supplement in inspection reports.
IMCA welcomes two new members to the Secretariat
Roger Moore joins as Technical Adviser – Remote Systems, ROV & Offshore Survey. Romina Nicolaides joins as Communications and Marketing Specialist.
New CPD requirements for Dutch air diving supervisors
IMCA has reached agreement with authorities in the Netherlands for the use of CPD to recognise Dutch NDC-CI offshore diving supervisor certificates.
Safer DP Annual Trials as IMCA reviews M 190 and M 191 following industry collaboration
We have updated M 190 and M 191. The revisions will strengthen industry practices and eliminate less safe processes around Dynamic Positioning (DP) remote trials.
Regional Meetings: Bringing our members together
We report from IMCA’s recent Regional Meetings in Europe and Asia Pacific and look ahead to upcoming meetings in Q3/Q4 – Dubai, Houston, & Rio de Janeiro.
IMCA Lifting & Rigging Seminar 2023 is gearing for lift-off
Our Seminar takes place on 26 October in Amsterdam. Places are limited to ensure the smooth running of the event – please book early to avoid disappointment.
IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee adopts historic 2023 GHG Strategy
The IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 80) have agreed to a revised GHG Strategy on the reduction of GHG emissions from ships.
IMO’s Hong Kong Ship Recycling Convention will finally enter into force 14 years after adoption
Convention is set to enter into force in 24 months’ time on 26 June 2025 and addresses all environmental and safety aspects relating to ship recycling.
“The longer you negotiate a contract, the less time you spend driving value…”
Read our summary and replay the IMCA panel at Global Offshore Wind 23 featuring speakers from bp, GE Renewable Energy, and DEME Offshore.
New guidelines for DP diving and umbilical management
IMCA shares revision to D 010 and new document D 078 which together create conditions for safer dynamic positioning diving operations.
New Code of Practice boosts safety of offshore DP Operations
We have updated IMCA M 117, vital guidance relating to the training and experience of Key Dynamic Positioning (DP) Personnel.
Taiwanese delegation gets safety best practice at HM Coastguard
IMCA hosts delegation of officials working in offshore wind and maritime safety at HM Coastguard’s joint response unit in Fareham, Hampshire, UK.
Safety Seminar: Sharing insight and providing inspiration
Read the summary report and browse pictures from IMCA’s Safety Seminar which took place on 6 June 2023 in Amsterdam after a four year absence.
ADNOC, Heerema, and MMA Offshore win IMCA Awards
Winning projects were announced at Safety Seminar in Amsterdam on 6 June showcasing the best in safety and environmental sustainability.
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