The COVID-19 related restrictions on crew changes have a major impact on the health and well-being of seafarers. Although some Governments have taken action to alleviate the situation, more than […]
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IMCA launches progressive web app for eCMID
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) announces the launch of its Progressive Web App (PWA) for its Common Marine Inspection Document system. IMCA’s eCMID system provides the marine and offshore […]
Making Waves – July 2020
Read the latest information from IMCA – read our July 2020 issue. In this issue we cover: IOGP Life Saving Rules COVID-19 Industry Group breakthrough eCMID Findings AVI Courses online […]
IMCA Awards 2020
Nominations are now being accepted for the International Marine Contractors Association’s (IMCA) 2020 Awards programme. IMCA initially launched its Awards programme in 2018 to recognise the activities of its Members […]
Industry Group Achieves Breakthrough as Governments around the World Pledge Action to Support Crew Changes during the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Industry Group comprising IADC, IAGC, IMCA, IOGP, ISOA and the Workboat Association (details below) applauds the breakthrough at an international maritime virtual summit hosted by the UK Government on […]
IMO Supports Industry Group Recommendations
The International Maritime Organisation has received Recommendations for port and coastal States on the prompt disembarkation of seafarers for medical care ashore during the COVID-19 pandemic, developed by a broad […]
IMCA continues to call on governments to recognise offshore energy sector workers and seafarers as key workers
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) supports the call to action for governments to recognise offshore energy sector workers and seafarers as Key Workers on a global basis. Offshore Energy […]
Information Note on COVID-19 and Safely Re-establishing Working Arrangements
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on the global economy and continues to present the marine contracting sector with some significant challenges, particularly when in association with the […]
IMCA Supports Day of The Seafarer
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) celebrates the Day of the Seafarer on 25 June 2020. IMCA encourages all its Members and everyone associated with the offshore marine contracting industry […]
Making Waves – June 2020
Keep up to date with the latest information from IMCA – read our June 2020 issue. In this issue we cover: IMCA talks to G+ Supporting Offshore Workers during COVID-19 […]
Join our DP Webinar, 1 July 2020
Safety Aspects of Marine Hybrid Technology IMCA’s Marine DP Committee is pleased to announce is is hosting a webinar on the Safety Aspects of Marine Hybrid Technology on Wednesday 1 […]
Industry Group Urges the UK Government to Exempt all Offshore Energy Sector Workers from its Quarantine Restrictions
The global Offshore Industry Group, comprising IADC, IAGC, IMCA, IOGP and ISOA urges the UK Government to exempt all offshore energy sector workers from the 14-day quarantine restrictions introduced on […]
Celebrating World Environment and Oceans Days: Sustainability includes the Blue Planet!
Nadine Robinson, Technical Adviser – Environmental Sustainability Today marks the 46th year of celebrating World Environment Day. The interconnected nature of environment, economy and society is more apparent than ever […]
Survey on Inventory of Hazardous Materials
Dear IMCA Member The European Union’s Ship Recycling Regulations (EUSRR) entered into force on December 2018 for EU-flagged new builds. For existing EU-flagged vessels and non-EU-flagged vessels, the effective date […]
IMCA Launches Unit Two of Diving CPD App
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has launched a new unit of its App-based continuing professional development (CPD) scheme for Diving Supervisors. The App incorporates the latest in training techniques […]
IMCA and Industry Group Target Governments on a Global Basis on behalf of Offshore Workers
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) continues to play a key role in an Industry Group lobbying governments and maritime authorities on a global basis to gain support of an […]
IMCA, Together With Industry Groups, Influencing Key Worker Designation
ICAO, ILO, and IMO issue joint call to world governments on need for ‘key worker’ designations for essential air and sea personnel The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) joined the […]
Survey to Support Implementation of IMO Recommended Framework Regarding Crew Changes
Members are invited to complete a very short survey to support industry efforts to encourage Governments to implement the IMO Recommended Framework of Protocols for Ensuring Safe Ship Crew Changes […]
IMCA Strengthens Expertise in Environmental Sustainability
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) today confirmed the appointment of Nadine Robinson to lead the Association’s strategy on environmental sustainability. Allen Leatt, IMCA Chief Executive stated “We are delighted […]
Lobbying IMO on Behalf of Offshore Workers
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) is playing a key role in two industry groups lobbying the IMO to support a recommendation for Governments and national authorities to facilitate the […]
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