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IMCA launches new freelance competence materials
Raising the profile of the competence of offshore personnel, and the value of company competence schemes, across the marine construction industry is one of the core activities of the International […]
IMCA consultation on international offshore diving code of practice
The ‘International Code of Practice for Offshore Diving’ (IMCA D 014), published by the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), provides advice on ways in which diving operations can be carried […]
August – a crucial month for vessel operators
The International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) enters into force on 20 August 2013; and the International Marine Contractors Association is doing all that it can to […]
Busy autumn ahead for IMCA's DP specialist
Providing guidance on all aspects of dynamic positioning; technical reports and annual incident reports and analysis plays an important role in the work programme of the International Marine Contractors Association […]
Updating the IMCA Diver Medic Scheme programme
Work is under way on reviewing the International Marine Contractors Association’s (IMCA) Diver Medic Scheme which is widely used and taught by IMCA recognized schools around the world. The scheme […]
ROV statistics 2012
Newly released remotely operated vehicle (ROV) statistics from the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) show there has been an increase of members’ ROV-based construction, drill support and cable laying activities […]
Plans well advanced for IMCA's annual seminar – in Singapore this year
‘Addressing the Challenges of New Frontiers’ is the highly topical theme for the International Marine Contractors Association’s (IMCA) Annual Seminar being held in Singapore 6-7 November 2013. The programme for […]
IMCA publications available in Chinese
Six IMCA publications have been translated into Chinese and can be downloaded via the IMCA website, reflecting the increasing internationalisation of the association and the growing number of IMCA members […]
Mooring safety poster published
A new safety poster, ‘Mooring Safety’, from the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) explains graphically the hazards that can be incurred during mooring operations. Eight key messages including ‘Always look […]
Guidance on Hyperbaric Evacuation Systems from IMCA
When a vessel is severely damaged there may come a time when it has to be abandoned. For such a situation vessels are required to have adequate lifeboats (or life […]
IMCA publishes Guidance on Occupational Health
Occupational health programmes aim to anticipate and prevent health problems caused by work. All companies should have in place appropriate arrangements for the effective planning, organisation, control, monitoring and review […]
From the President – July 2013
The offshore industry is remembering the Piper Alpha tragedy of 6 July 1988, as we approach 25 years since the fateful incident. Our thoughts return to the families and loved […]
Making Waves #67 – July 2013
Highlights from issue 67 of Making Waves Include: FPSOs & Renewables: contracting issues addressed Website & social media update New competence initiatives IMCA Diver Medic Scheme revision Spotlight On Gavin […]
IMCA dives into social media
Here at IMCA, we have recognised that it is time to start using new channels and we’d like to invite you to ‘like’, ‘follow’ and ‘connect’ with us so you […]
eCMID Update #7 – May 2013
CMID Update is a quarterly newsletter related to the IMCA M 149 CMID inspection and the associated eCMID database, www.imcacmid.com. The newsletter keeps readers up to date with changes to […]
IMCA publishes Crane Specification Document
Helping to make marine contractors aware of the various options available for consideration from crane providers is one of the key intentions of the newly published ‘Crane specification document’ IMCA […]
Dive technician competence and training published by IMCA
Competent and well trained technicians are vital for safe offshore diving operations. Equipment used to support and conduct diving operations requires technicians for its installation, maintenance, inspection, testing and repair. […]
IMCA Golf Day 2013 results
The results are in from the IMCA Golf Day 2013! It was a good day for Oceaneering International’s Kai Evans, who scooped up a hattrick of prizes for Individual Winner, […]
Competence: Guidance on Assessor Training from IMCA
A competent workforce is more productive, operating with reduced risk, shorter downtime and fewer injuries. At the same time, there is need for a rigorous assessment procedure to be in […]
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