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.
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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.
Guidance on shallow water diving operations updated in Code of Practice
Third revision of IMCA International Code of Practice for Offshore Diving will be helpful to management of shallow water diving operations in offshore wind.
Module four launches on IMCA Key Personnel DP App
Field Arrival Trials, SIMOPS and Laser Positioning explored in latest update available now, in-App as IMCA campaign reaches DP Asia (21/22 June).
IMCA panel explores sustainable contracts at Global Offshore Wind
Speakers from BP, Deme Offshore, and GE Renewable Energy join CEO Iain Grainger at the UK’s largest offshore wind event on 15 June 2023.
Technical concerns in eCMID vessel inspection analysis
IMCA report reveals ongoing concerns around technical inspections, the controlled entry into confined spaces, cyber security, as well as defects to life-saving appliances.
Safety Statistics for 2022 released. Download now.
Following a challenging year in 2021, safety statistics compiled by IMCA show improving trends returning across the major indices. Explore the findings in full.
IMCA Awards: Showcasing Safety and Sustainability best-practice
Shortlisted companies from ADNOC, Boskalis, Bumi Armada, Global Gases, Heerema, MMA Offshore, P&O ML, Subsea7, Technip FMC and Transocean.
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