The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has launched IMCA 2030, a four-year strategy to support members as the offshore construction industry responds to artificial intelligence, automation, the energy transition, regulatory changes and skills shortages. The strategy has three priorities: technical excellence and standardisation; a safe, skilled and diverse workforce; and sustainability and operational efficiency.
IMCA will continue its work in diving, dynamic positioning, safety and remotely operated vehicle operations, while developing expertise in offshore survey, lifting and rigging, and digital security. Its marine division will focus on autonomy, remote operations, decarbonisation and offshore wind, alongside continued investment in eCMID, its offshore vessel safety assessment system.
Workforce development is another priority. Planned initiatives include promoting offshore careers, supporting early-career professionals through the Next Generation Network, and developing competence management tools such as digital logbooks and the IMCA Skills platform.
The strategy also aims to improve operational efficiency and sustainability through collaboration, knowledge sharing and practical guidance. IMCA will strengthen engagement with the International Maritime Organization, the European Union and national governments and regulators, focusing on coordinated regulation that supports safety, decarbonisation and industry development while limiting unnecessary costs and complexity.
Developed following consultation with members, IMCA 2030 also aims to increase regional participation and member involvement in technical guidance and the association’s direction. A new Membership Committee will report directly to the IMCA Board.
