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IMCA announces membership of Europe and Africa Committee following elections

13 February 2025
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IMCA publishes industry’s first dedicated guidance for DP1 vessel operators

13 February 2025
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Amendments to the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004

12 February 2025
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IMCA enhances eCMID system with new features and updated guidance

12 February 2025
Commercial Diver 43 (Dreamstime)
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Underwater Ship Husbandry - key steps the sector must take to protect diver safety

07 February 2025
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eCMID Vessel Inspection (≥500gt)

07 February 2025
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eCMID Small Vessel Inspection (<500gt)

07 February 2025
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Guidance on the IMCA eCMID system

07 February 2025
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Medical examination of divers - Middle East & India initiative

31 January 2025
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Tracking Progress: Marine Decarbonisation of the Global Fleet for 2024

20 December 2024
Information Note (Open Graph)
Diver and diving supervisor certification

17 December 2024
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