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Survey on the Wellbeing of seafarers affected by the conflict in Ukraine

Please see the below links to the results of a survey on the wellbeing of seafarers affected by the conflict in Ukraine. INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN MARITIME ASSOCIATION International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network Trade Winds

Keeping Divers Safe: IMCA’s role in IDIF Seminar

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) is playing an active role in the International Diving Industry Forum’s (IDIF’s) Underwater Ships Husbandry Port Authority Seminar, led by International Association of Oil and Gas Producers (IOGP), being held for the first time in the MENA region in Dubai on 12 September. Bryan McGlinchy, IMCA’s Diving Manager, Peter Sieniewicz IMCA’s Diving Consultant and Phil Newsum from ADCI will be amongst the leading voices from the diving industry who, under the chairmanship of Tony Greenwood of ExxonMobil, will speak about suitable measures and the best operational practices adopted across the world to safeguard divers

IMCA Issues Burial at Depth Measurement Guidance

The International Marine Contractors Association’s (IMCA’s) latest guidance ‘Guidelines for the Measurement of Depth of Burial’ (IMCA S 029) aimed at both the offshore renewables and offshore oil and gas industries, looks at the different methods of measuring the depth of burial of subsea cables and pipelines together with factors influencing the depth of burial. It also includes measuring the thickness of an embankment of crushed rock on top of a pipeline or cable; and provides guidance on measurement of depth of lowering – including explanation of the difference between lowering and burial or cover. Subsea pipelines and cables are

Accolade for IMCA’s Safety Flash System

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has issued Safety Flashes for many years. Not only do they provide a fast and vital communication channel for the industry, but they help prevent recurrence of situations by highlighting potential workplace incidents. Now the system has received the accolade of being short-listed for a key industry award. As Stephen Peet, IMCA’s Technical Director explained: “IMCA’s Safety Flashes have been short-listed for the Safety4Sea Initiative Award. Our Safety Flash System has been in place for more than 20 years, but we constantly work on new ways of ensuring the flashes reach the widest possible

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IMCA Seminar spotlights Lifting Tech & Offshore Renewables Lifting

The International Marine Contractors Association’s (IMCA’s) Lifting & Rigging Seminar makes a welcome return to the events calendar on 27 October in its traditional venue, the Novotel Amsterdam at Schiphol Airport. The day-long packed programme focuses on the technical side of offshore lifting and on the challenges created in the renewable energy market. As Mark Ford, IMCA’s Marine & Quality Manager explained: “We are delighted to be back to holding a face-to-face event that will be of interest to all involved in any aspect of offshore lifting and rigging in the offshore renewable energy industry.“We have an exciting line-up of

Environmental Sustainability – IMCA’s focus continues

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) published its Code of Practice for Environmental Sustainability in May 2021. Following research amongst members, focused working groups are being established to speedily drive forward preparation of guidance on key elements such as the circular economy, supply chain engagement, life below water, and environmental performance factors to enable members to move forward with their organisation’s Environmental Sustainability Performance.The Code, created by the global experts on IMCA’s Environmental Sustainability Committee, sets expectations for the marine contracting industry in managing key environmental and climate topics.Following a successful launch and engagement process the Code was used as

eCMID and eMISW inspections updated by IMCA

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has published new versions of its eCMID and eMISW vessel inspection templates. Over 1,400 vessels world-wide are currently covered by a live inspection report, providing a safety management system health check for both operators and clients. The inspection templates are reviewed and updated at least annually to reflect technological progress and regulatory developments, plus feedback received from the active community of vessel operators, inspectors, and other stakeholders. New supplements for battery and hybrid propulsion systems Two new optional supplements have been introduced to each template for selection by the inspector for relevant vessel types.

IMCA publishes Marine Explosive Ordnance Operations Logbook

The International Marine Contractors Association has published a ‘Marine Explosive Ordnance (MEO) Operations Logbook’ (Logbook 018) for use by all MEO operatives, including divers, diving supervisors, MEO supervisors and other personnel who wish to record their involvement in MEO subsea activities. The logbook is designed to be used by MEO operatives to log, in detail, the exact work they carry out, such as survey, identification, and disposal activities. Instructions on how to use the logbook are set out in explanatory notes. There are separate sections for recording details of examinations and certifications held; training courses attended; and individual MEO field

How to get official IMCA Logbooks

IMCA has recently been made aware that there are a number of fake logbooks being sold as ‘IMCA logbooks’.IMCA confirms the one and only place to purchase official IMCA logbooks is via the store under the Publications section of our website. To guarantee you have the official IMCA logbook buy direct from our store.Information on shipping is available on our store home page. Logbooks Store

IMO Circular Letter No 4575

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IMCA adds U.S. offshore wind expertise to Business Development team

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has appointed Dustin Varnell to its Business Development team. Based in Rhode Island, Dustin will focus on the U.S. offshore wind energy market, complementing the work of Bruce Gresham, IMCA’s Director of Client Engagement in the U.S. Allen Leatt, IMCA CEO stated: “As a Master Mariner on dynamic positioned (DP) vessels Dustin is very familiar with IMCA’s work in the field, which is very beneficial in representing the association to existing and new member companies in the U.S. wind industry. We look forward to closely engaging with industry in the Northeast U.S. and helping

IMCA receives the OSJ 2022 Safety Award

This award was for IMCA’s offshore renewables safety standards and recognising the organisation for its development of safety standards for offshore renewables. Most recently IMCA expanded its ‘Guidelines for Walk to Work (W2W) Operations’ (IMCA M254). These guidelines were produced to help standardise the way in which vessels give personnel safe access to offshore structures, both in the wind and oil & gas industries.IMCA’s Richard Purser and Maarten de Wit of Amplemann were there to receive the award on the night.Well done to everyone in the working group who contributed to the document and to Kerrie Forster for being the

Offshore Renewables See IMCA Expand Board

In accordance with its constitution of a biennial chair rotation, the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) announces that Jonathan Tame is its new President. Jonathan is SVP Projects and Offshore Operations at Subsea 7 and takes over from Pieter Heerema of Allseas. Luca Gentili from Saipem now becomes Vice President.In addition, IMCA has expanded its board of directors reflecting the increasing influence of marine contractors in the fast-growing international offshore wind energy market. New board members are:Kate Harvey – General Manager of G+ Global Offshore Health and Safety Organisation Arnoud Kuis – Managing Director of Van Oord Offshore Wind Hugo

IMCA signs MOU with Business Network Offshore Wind

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Business Network for Offshore Wind (the Network) a non-profit, educational organisation to develop the offshore wind renewable energy industry and its supply chain in the U.S. The purpose of the collaboration is to share knowledge concerning the industry’s safety and productivity that will promote investment and support its future growth.Allen Leatt, CEO, commented:“Both IMCA and the Network share the common goal of supporting the advancement of offshore wind energy in the U.S. in a safe and efficient way.“The Network is expertly placed in supporting the

IMCA’s W2W Guidance Wins Industry Safety Award

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) was recently announced the winner of the 2022 OSJ Safety Award which recognised the association’s “outstanding work” in standardising the use of offshore Walk to Work (W2W) systems. This technology has become the norm for use in the offshore wind energy market and is of growing importance in the oil and gas market.IMCA’s Technical Adviser – Marine, Richard Purser and Maarten de Wit of Amplemann, a member of IMCA’s Marien Renewable Energy Committee, received the award at OSJ’s gala dinner in London.As Mark Ford, IMCA’s Marine and Quality Manager, noted:“Guidelines for Walk to Work

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IMCA appoints new Marine Renewable Energy Technical Adviser

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) welcomes Rhys Jones as Technical Adviser, Marine Renewable Energy.Rhys brings a wealth of offshore wind energy experience to IMCA, having worked for RenewableUK for 11 years as Head of Technical Affairs. This involved a strong focus on health, safety, and regulatory compliance in the offshore wind sector. Rhys has managed numerous industry committees in developing various best-practice guidance documents in the offshore wind industry in much the same way as IMCA’s operating model. Mark Ford, IMCA’ s Marine & Quality Manager stated: “Following the retirement this year of Captain Andy Goldsmith, we welcome Rhys

Making Waves – May/June 2022

CEO Update – May/June 2022 Welcome to the latest edition of Making Waves. Many industry analysts are now commenting on the uptick in market demand in offshore oil & gas and even more so in wind energy projects, which is a welcome change in the business environment for marine contractors. We now have the submissions from our contractor members on their 2021 safety statistics. The results reflect the turmoil in oil markets over the last two years and are mirrored in the results from both the drilling (IADC) and oil & gas production (IOGP) trade associations. The volatility of drastic

Podcast – Discussing IMCA’s DP Conference

Hear from Mark Ford and Richard Purser as they talk about the benefits of attending IMCA’s DP Conference, the background, agenda and what people can expect to get out of the event. A key takeaway from this short podcast is how attendees can shape the future of DP. Visit our events page for full details of the conference IMCA Contact Mark Ford Marine & Quality Manager Contact Error: Contact form not found. IMCA Contact Richard Purser Technical Adviser – Marine Contact Error: Contact form not found. Conference Event Page Register

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