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OTHER NEWS

OTHER NEWS

Italian survey contractor Subsea Fenix has taken delivery of a 5.7m battery-hybrid uncrewed surface vessel (USV) from UK builder HydroSurv, combining hydrographic survey and subsea inspection capabilities on a single platform. Named Fenix 01, the vessel is based on HydroSurv’s…

10th September 2026

Subsea Fenix takes delivery of hybrid USV for survey and ROV work

10th September 2026

SAFETY & TRAINING

SAFETY & TRAINING

A new safety report from the offshore and marine contracting industry paints a mixed picture of real progress in some areas, but a rise in fatalities that’s causing genuine concern.

13th August 2026

Seven deaths, 1 billion hours: IMCA safety report demands closer look

13th August 2026

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

GNSS spoofing is no longer just a military concern. Ground Control CEO Alastair MacLeod explains why workboat operators should rethink how they verify vessel positions to maintain safe and reliable operations.

4th August 2026

Busting the myths surrounding GNSS interference

4th August 2026

SAFETY & TRAINING

SAFETY & TRAINING

A member of crew fell into a moonpool when the safety railing he leaned against gave way, the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has warned.

30th April 2026

IMCA warns of neglected metal structures after fall into moonpool

30th April 2026

INDUSTRY NEWS

INDUSTRY NEWS

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has issued a fresh safety warning following a serious onboard incident in which a crew member was crushed during anchor handling operations.

16th April 2026

Crew member crushed during anchor handling

16th April 2026

EVENTS

EVENTS

Industry leaders have warned that the rapid expansion of uncrewed and autonomous vessel operations risks outpacing standards and operational controls, potentially undermining trust in the technology unless clearer guidance and more robust…

12th March 2026

Trust gap threatens rapid rise of uncrewed vessels, industry warns

12th March 2026

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has issued a marine safety warning after a mooring incident nearly caused serious injury during tanker operations.

18th February 2026

WATCH: Mooring incidents – familiarity can breed contempt

18th February 2026

EVENTS

EVENTS

Join speakers from the International Marine Contractors’ Association (IMCA) to look at where we are with global regulations in shipping when it comes to autonomy.

11th February 2026

Autonomy at sea: Navigate upcoming rules with IMCA

11th February 2026

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

The tragic consequences of failing to equip crew with Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) were laid bare before delegates at the IMCA global summit last week.

12th December 2024

PLBs: The difference between survival and tragedy

12th December 2024

INTERVIEWS

INTERVIEWS

With all kinds of uncertainties facing marine contractors today, not least environmental legislation and taxation in the pipeline, the value of a common voice cannot be exaggerated, Iain Grainger, CEO of the…

11th December 2024

IMCA interview: The value of the common voice

11th December 2024

INDUSTRY NEWS

INDUSTRY NEWS

A floating wind slowdown, Chinese electrification surge, Donald Trump and many other matters were discussed at this week’s International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) Global Summit.

5th December 2024

Tackling uncertainty: IMCA summit panels discuss

5th December 2024

MARINE CONSTRUCTION

MARINE CONSTRUCTION

More than 350 marine contractors and associated stakeholders have gathered in Utrecht, Netherlands for the first global IMCA (International Marine Contractors Association) summit since 2018.

4th December 2024

Industry leaders gather at IMCA global summit

4th December 2024

SAFETY & TRAINING

SAFETY & TRAINING

Analysis of 1,600 inspection reports has revealed a lack of safety checks and improper procedures in around a tenth of vessels.

4th June 2024

Vessel checks reveal multiple safety concerns

4th June 2024

INDUSTRY NEWS

INDUSTRY NEWS

A new president and vice-president have been appointed by the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA).

25th April 2024

IMCA appoints new president and VP

25th April 2024

ENVIRONMENT

ENVIRONMENT

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has released guidance which aims to support Dynamic Positioning (DP) operations in shallow waters.

8th November 2023

Expanding offshore wind knowledge in shallow waters

8th November 2023

SUBSEA SERVICES

SUBSEA SERVICES

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has revised its guidance on the safe and effective management of Dynamic Positioning (DP) diving operations.

4th July 2023

Safety first for dynamically positioned diving operations

4th July 2023