IconIMCA issues guidance to assist analysis and testing of DP systems

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has published ‘Guidance to Identify DP System Components and their Failure Modes’ (IMCA M 247). The new document complements the Association’s existing guidance on Dynamic Positioning (DP). Captain Andy Goldsmith, IMCA’s Marine Technical Adviser, said: “Unexpected events that jeopardise station keeping integrity are regularly reported via the IMCA DP … Continue reading “IMCA issues guidance to assist analysis and testing of DP systems”

IconIMCA safety statistics – a new look for the new year

IMCA contractor members to take part in annual safety survey The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) is introducing a new web-based method for collecting safety statistics from its contractor members. This will result in simpler, more timely reporting, and the ability to easily benchmark performance. IMCA began collecting safety data over 20-years ago, and the … Continue reading “IMCA safety statistics – a new look for the new year”

IconIMCA launches code of conduct for members

IMCA has developed a new code of conduct for its members. It sets out in clear, straightforward language the behaviours that IMCA members and our stakeholders should be able to expect of each of us. This represents the final stage of a three-part programme launched this year, also including a code of practice for the secretariat and an anti-bribery and corruption e-learning module for its membership.

IconIMCA adds Competence & Training, Remote Systems and ROV specialist to its technical team

Andre Rose joins IMCA as Technical Adviser The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has announced the appointment of Andre Rose as Technical Adviser – Competence & Training, Remote Systems and ROV. Andre has spent most of the last 18 years working in the ROV industry. This has included time as a Pilot/Technician, Superintendent, ROV Manager and … Continue reading “IMCA adds Competence & Training, Remote Systems and ROV specialist to its technical team”

IconIMCA publishes its latest DP station keeping bulletin

The IMCA DP Station Keeping Bulletin is the 4th this year The Bulletin proves to be invaluable to DP crew The International Marine Contractors Association’s (IMCA) has published its latest Dynamic Positioning (DP) Station Keeping Bulletin. Published quarterly, the Bulletin is a reliable channel for providing feedback on DP events to the industry. The Bulletin, … Continue reading “IMCA publishes its latest DP station keeping bulletin”

IconIMCA award winners announced at Annual Seminar

MMA Offshore and Subsea 7 joint winners of IMCA’s Safety Award TechnipFMC wins IMCA’s Environmental Sustainability Award The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) announced the winners of its Safety and Environmental Sustainability Awards at its Annual Seminar in The Hague. In a sold-out event of 300 delegates with executives and senior managers from operating companies … Continue reading “IMCA award winners announced at Annual Seminar”

IconIMCA holds highly successful Annual Seminar

Inspirational speakers captivate an audience of 300 delegates from across the industry The International Marine Contractors Association’s (IMCA) Annual Seminar was enthusiastically greeted by delegates in a packed theatre at The World Forum in The Hague last week. Nearly 300 managers and executives from across the globe attended the two-day sell-out Seminar with its theme … Continue reading “IMCA holds highly successful Annual Seminar”

IconIMCA announces short-lists for safety and environmental sustainability awards

Finalists announced for IMCA awards Awards to be presented at IMCA’s Annual Seminar, 28-29 November The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has announced the finalists for its Safety and Environmental Sustainability Awards. Three companies have been short-listed for each award. Both awards will be presented on Day 1 of IMCA’s Annual Seminar, on 28 November … Continue reading “IMCA announces short-lists for safety and environmental sustainability awards”

IconIMCA appoints Head of Policy & Regulatory Affairs

Maritime lawyer joins the IMCA Secretariat The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has appointed Margaret Fitzgerald as its Head of Policy & Regulatory Affairs. She will represent the Association on all regulatory matters and lead its involvement with the International Maritime Organization (IMO), where IMCA holds non-governmental observer status. Margaret has over 20 years’ experience … Continue reading “IMCA appoints Head of Policy & Regulatory Affairs”