IMCA CEO Iain Grainger explores the potential for Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) in an article originally published in Offshore Support Journal (OSJ).
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IMCA publishes a range of technical articles to share information primarily with Members and also to promote the activities of its committees across the wider industry and in a number of industry related publications.
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Raising standards for Walk-to-Work
IMCA marine renewable technical adviser, Rhys Jones, discusses cross-industry efforts to improve standards and safety in W2W operations.
PLBs: Taking the ‘search’ out of ‘search and rescue’
Debbie Burt, founder of Jason’s Beacon, shares the story of the IMCA supported charity which offers PLBs to offshore workers in the US.
Bringing the global DP Community together
Richard Purser, Technical Adviser – Marine, previews the DP Conference on 21/22 May in Amsterdam, in an article which originally appeared in Offshore Support Journal.
Commentary: Finding the ‘safety sweet spot’
CEO Iain Grainger on IMCA’s role in bringing regulators, energy clients, Members, and the industry together to improve safety across the globe.
Offshore development provides an opportunity to enhance our biodiversity
Mary Ntamark, Technical Adviser – Environmental Sustainability, IMCA explores the potential for ‘Marine Net Gain’.
Turning the tide: from green crabs to guiding principles
Mary Ntamark explores recent IMCA guidance on marine invasive species in a piece originally published in Offshore Support Journal (OSJ).
“A step forward in our journey towards a more environmentally responsible and sustainable future”
CEO Iain Grainger on the updated Code of Practice for Environmental Sustainability, recently published by IMCA.
How CPD can help reduce DP incidents
IMCA’s Graeme Reid, explores how recent changes to NI requirements will improve industry performance in an article originally published in Offshore Support Journal.
GHG: Charting the course to Net Zero
Following agreement on a revised IMO GHG strategy, CEO Iain Grainger outlines how IMCA will be supporting Members to reduce emissions.
Commentary: Why we’re in a class of our own
IMCA CEO Iain Grainger on the reasons why we need to keep explaining why our industry is unique – to anyone who will listen.
Unravelling subsea cable failure in offshore wind
Mark Ford, Marine & Quality Manager, explores the potential of a new IMCA Code of Practice in improving subsea cable lay and reducing costly failures.
Promoting safe working in hot conditions
Nick Hough, Consultant – Safety and Security, shares how IMCA is helping Members deal with extremes of climate and weather.
Collaboration the key for Members in Asia Pacific
Jason Veerasingam, Director of Client Engagement, shares his highlights from a busy year engaging Members and the industry across the region.
Certificate forgeries raise alarm and carry significant consequences for safety
Bill Chilton highlights the recent discovery of several forged diving certificates, and considers the implications for industry.
Offshore wind contracts: Risking Net Zero
“This is a sector which is both important today and with a bright future. On paper at least…” argues IMCA CEO Iain Grainger in WindTech Magazine.
Eliminating poor practices – Guidance on DP Annual Trials
Richard Purser, Technical Adviser – Marine, explores recent changes to key Dynamic Positioning guidance in Offshore Support Journal.
Continuing to support vital industry conversations on safety
Nick Hough, Consultant – Safety and Security, shares a summary of recent safety activity at IMCA, and looks ahead at what to expect over the coming months.
Lifting in the New Offshore Environment
Mark Ford, Marine & Quality Manager, looks forward to this year’s IMCA Lifting and Rigging Technical Seminar which takes place on 26 October 2023.
Piper Alpha – a reminder of the vital importance of our mission
IMCA CEO Iain Grainger reflects on the 35th anniversary of the tragedy which saw 167 people lose their lives at sea, and its impact on offshore safety.
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