Latest news from ICOMIA

ICOMIA Super Yacht Applicator Group Welcomes New Member

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Super Yacht Applicator Group welcomed its seventh member, Bonsink Yacht Painters. The ICOMIA Super Yacht Applicator Group was formed in November 2011 and comprises leading independent paint applicators who wish to maintain and improve quality within the Group, follow professional working standards and meet specified environmental best practices.

METS Invites Charities To Apply For Dame 2013 Funding

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

METS organiser Amsterdam RAI invites government approved marine related public charities to apply for the registration proceeds from the Design Award METS (DAME) competition.

HyMar Project Wins Mansura Trophy ‘Ocean Going and Coastal Division Technology Award’

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The EU Hybrid Marine (HyMar) Project - a collaborative research project led by the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) funded under the EU's Seventh Framework Research Programme – won the ‘Ocean Going and Coastal Division Technology Award’ at the Royal Thames Yacht Club’s Mansura Trophy Awards Ceremony on Thursday 21 March 2013 at the Royal Thames Yacht Club.

EU Hybrid Marine (HYMAR) Project To Win Award At Royal Thames Mansura Trophy Awards Ceremony

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The EU Hybrid Marine (HyMar) Project - a collaborative research project led by the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) funded under the EU's Seventh Framework Research Programme - will be receiving an award at the Royal Thames Yacht Club’s Mansura Trophy Awards Ceremony to be held on Thursday 21 March 2013 at the Royal Thames Yacht Club.

Björn Lagerkvist, 1941 - 2013

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

It is with deep sadness and regret we report that Mr Björn Lagerkvist, former President of ICOMIA passed away on Friday 1 March 2013 after a long-suffering illness.

ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2014 - Call for Expressions of Interest

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) together with renowned event organiser, Amsterdam RAI and ICOMIA member, the Turkish Marine Industry Association, DENTUR, are pleased to announce the much anticipated World Marinas Conference 2014 will be held in Istanbul, Turkey between 2 – 4 June 2014.

ICOMIA publishes Assessment Recommendations for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has published a document outlining step-by-step assessment recommendations on compliance for the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive for boats.

ICOMIA Supports International Boat Show and Festival in Sanya, Hainan, China

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has signed a long-term agreement to support the International Boat Show and Festival - a new four-day boat show commencing 17 October 2013 at the Serenity Marina, Sanya, Hainan Island in China.

MARPOL Annex VI Tier III

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

With increasing public and regulatory concern over air pollution, exhaust emission limits will be applied in the near future - Udo Kleinitz, ICOMIA’s Technical Manager, reports on the MARPOL Annex VI Tier III amendments coming into force in 2016.

ICOMIA Launch Latest Statistics Book

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The latest annual statistics book from ICOMIA is now available, providing the recreational marine industry with reliable global boating statistics.

ICOMIA Publishes New Global Conformity Guidelines

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has published new and amended Global Conformity Guidelines for construction standards. The purpose of the guidelines is to assist boat builders who comply with either ABYC or ISO, but are looking to start exporting to countries using the opposite system.

ICOMIA Publishes Fourth Edition of Global Environmental Legislation Guide

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Guide is updated regularly to provide readers with the very latest environmental information from the recreational boating industry and is available in the ICOMIA Online Library. The fourth edition of the guide features the latest environmental legislation available as of August 2012.

China Cruise and Yacht Industry Association Joins ICOMIA

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The China Cruise and Yacht Industry Association (CCYIA) has been approved as a full member of the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA). The decision was made by the ICOMIA Executive Committee on Friday 31 August 2012.

Workshop on New Technologies and Manufacturing

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) and European Boatbuilder proudly present the fourth edition of Workshop on New Technologies and Manufacturing to be held at METS Trade Show on Wednesday 14 November 2012.

Marina World Magazine joins ICOMIA's Marinas Group

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Marina World Magazine has joined the ICOMIA Marinas Group. Launched in September 2000, it has become a highly valued and well-read information resource, distributed around the globe to an Audit Bureau of Circulations readership.

ICOMIA’s Marinas Group Welcomes New Member

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Portuguese Association of Recreational Harbours (APPR) has joined the ICOMIA Marinas Group. Established in 1992, APPR is a not-for-profit organisation representing 20 recreational marina and port facilities.

New editions of ICOMIA Exporters’ Databases – Korea and China - are now published

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

These databases of information on the Korean and Chinese markets, lists boatbuilders, marinas and distributors with market entry information, and also contain useful information on establishing a business in China.

ICOMIA launches Keel Checker Version 3.0

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA and Southampton Solent University have launched Keel Checker Version 3.0 in response to ISO-12215 Part 9 being published as a full ISO standard on 8 June 2012.

ICOMIA Pays Tribute to Mr Lorenzo Selva, 1960 - 2012

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

It is with deep sadness and regret we report that after several years of illness, Mr Lorenzo Selva, long-time colleague and dear friend of ICOMIA, passed away on Monday 11 June 2012.

ICOMIA’s Secretary General Delivers Key-Note Speech

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Mr Tony Rice, Secretary General of the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA), was invited by Korea International Boat Show to deliver the key-note speech at the Asia Marine Industry Conference 2012

Quarterly Economic Statistics Report By Country: Fourth Edition Published

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This report contains quarterly information on the economic development, such as inflation rates, gross domestic product growth and unemployment, of 33 countries across the world.

ICOMIA's 2nd International Hybrid Marine Propulsion Conference

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) is pleased to announce its much anticipated ‘2nd International Hybrid Marine Propulsion Conference’ to be held immediately preceding the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) on Monday 12 November 2012 at the Amsterdam RAI.

Danboat re-joins ICOMIA

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) is pleased to announce that Danish Marine Industry Association, Danboat, has re-joined ICOMIA as a full member.

ICOMIA CONGRESS 2012, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The 2012 ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress was held in Cape Town, South Africa, between 18-21 April. The successful congress was organised by the newly formed Marine Industry Association of South Africa (MIASA).

Marine Industry Association of South Africa (MIASA) Joins ICOMIA

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The newly formed Marine Industry Association of South Africa (MIASA) has been approved as a full member of the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA). The decision was made by the ICOMIA Executive Committee following MIASA’s first Annual General Meeting on Monday 12 March 2012.

ICOMIA Marinas Group (IMG) Policy Sub-Committee Meets For First Time

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has been addressing challenges facing the global marine industry since 1967, with working committees such as The ICOMIA Marinas Group (IMG) as the main vehicle for work and interaction with its members.

Half Year Trend Report Published

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The latest Half Year Trend Report is now published in the ICOMIA Library. The statistical report acts as a barometer to indicate recent trends in the recreational boating industry.

ICOMIA Marinas Group Welcomes New Member

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Marina Developments Limited (MDL Marinas) has joined the ICOMIA Marinas Group. Established in the 1970s, MDL is now Europe's largest marina group.

2012 ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress to be held in Cape Town, South Africa

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The 2012 ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress is to be held in Cape Town, South Africa and will take place between Wednesday 18 - Saturday 21 April 2012. It is hosted by the newly formed Marine Industry of South Africa (MIASA) and the South African Boat Building Export Council (SABBEX).

Taiwan Yacht Industry Association Joins ICOMIA

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Taiwan Yacht Industry Association (TYIA) has been approved as a full member of the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA).

Online Equipment Distributor Database - now available

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A database of worldwide equipment distributors is now available for download in the ICOMIA Online Library.

Quarterly Economic Statistics Report By Country: Third Edition Published

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The report contains quarterly information on economic development, such as inflation rates, gross domestic product growth and unemployment, in 33 countries across the world.

ICOMIA Exporters' Database - China: Edition 2

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Edition 2 of ICOMIA's Exporters' Database on China has been published today. It gives detailed information on Chinese boatbuilders, marinas and distributors. It also contains useful information on establishing a business in China.

All changes since Edition 1 are in red type for ease of reference.

Personal watercraft resource website ‘Ride the Wave Right’ goes live

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA launched its new global personal watercraft resource website today. The website provides advice for safe and responsible riding, information on the evolution of PWC, as well as ideas for recreational activities, tips on how to be environmentally friendly on the water and information on the use of personal watercraft for life saving.

ICOMIA launches Simplified Scantlings Calculator Method

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA, supported by the International Marine Certification Institute (IMCI), has launched a scantlings calculator which uses a series of easy-to-use spreadsheets in order to provide a calculation method to help and encourage builders to comply with ISO (Small Craft) Scantling standard 12215 Part 5.

ICOMIA publishes its 2010 Statistics Book

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The latest annual statistics book from ICOMIA is now available, providing the recreational marine industry with the only reliable global boating statistics on the market.

Triumph for the third edition of 'Workshop on New Technologies'

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA and European Boatbuilder Magazine collaboration ‘Workshop on New Technologies’ was held on Wednesday 16 November at METS for the third year running.

A successful first International Hybrid Marine Propulsion Conference for ICOMIA

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

With a full room and an engaged audience, ICOMIA’s 1st International Hybrid Marine Propulsion Conference turned out to be a success as it preceded METS on Monday at the Amsterdam RAI.

Exporters' Database uploaded

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has now uploaded Exporters' Databases for the developing markets of China and Korea onto our online library.

ICOMIA to host technical workshop at METS

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

For the third year in a row, the popular ICOMIA and European Boatbuilder collaboration Workshop on New Technologies will be held on Wednesday 16 November at METS. The workshop is free to attend and features an impressive line-up of expert industry speakers and current topics.

ICOMIA's Global Environmental Legislation Guide updated

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The latest and third edition of the Global Environmental Legislation Guide has now been published in the ICOMIA Online Library. Members of ICOMIA, and their members, have free access to this valuable document.

ICOMIA Superyacht Refit Group launches new website

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Superyacht Refit Group today launched their first website. The website aims to inform captains, owners, yacht managers and their representatives about the high quality work performed at the member yards and to help make an informed decision about which yard to use for their next refit.

Further environmental improvements for the recreational boating industry

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The European Commission adopted on Tuesday an amending proposal for the EU’s Recreational Craft Directive. The revision includes new marine engine exhaust emission limits and improvements to boating safety requirements.

Boat Fuel Consumption Measurement Standard published

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has published a Technical Standard Boat Fuel Consumption Measurement. The standard offers a measurement method and a tool to help boat builders provide information for consumers on using their boats in the most fuel efficient way.

ICOMIA's Marinas Group welcomes its newest member

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas International Limited has joined the ICOMIA Marinas Group and is its first new member following a restructuring.

High demand for KEEL-CHECKERS

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Secretariat is pleased to report a significant industry interest in the recently launched KEEL-CHECKER. So far, the Secretariat has received over 130 enquiries regarding the online software.

The 2011 ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress in Rotterdam

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 2011 ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress was held in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, between 8-11 June. The successful congress took place at Inntel Hotel situated by the famous Erasmus Bridge in the sparkling centre of the city. It was co-organised by Dutch marine industry association HISWA and Amsterdam RAI.

ICOMIA publishes Global Conformity Guidelines for Man Overboard Prevention and Capacity

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has now published its sixth and seventh Global Conformity Guideline for construction standards. The purpose of the guidelines is to assist boat builders who comply with either ABYC or ISO, but are looking to start exporting to countries using the opposite system. Guideline Number 6 covers Man Overboard Prevention and Guideline Number 7 Builder’s Plate/Capacity Labels.

ICOMIA’s 1st International Hybrid Marine Propulsion Conference

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In the first conference of its kind, ICOMIA will report all aspects of hybrid marine propulsion systems in detail. The 1st ICOMIA International Hybrid Marine Propulsion Conference is to be held immediately prior to METS on Monday 14 November 2011.

Unique Code of Practice brings certainty to refit

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Yacht owners can be confident how their contract will be handled when contracting an ICOMIA’s Superyacht Refit Yard Member for the refit of their vessel.

Brazilian ACOBAR joins ICOMIA

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA today welcomed its 34th full member ACOBAR.

Australians return to ICOMIA

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Recently established Boating Industries Alliance Australia (BIAA) has joined ICOMIA as a full member. The newly formed peak body for the marine industry in Australia is the successor to the now disbanded Australian Marine Industries Federation (AMIF).

Singapore Boating becomes ICOMIA's 33rd full member

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Newly formed Singapore Boating Industry Association (SBIA) has been approved as a full member of ICOMIA.

Blue Star joins ICOMIA's Clean Marinas Programme

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The German Blue Star Marina Certification was awarded ICOMIA’s Clean Marinas Programme membership at the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference in Singapore last week.

Great outcome of the 2011 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

An exceptional, global audience gathered together over the last two days in Singapore's Swissotel The Stamford for the 2011 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference.

World focused on Asia’s boating infrastructure

Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

From 10 to12 May, the world’s marina and boating business leaders focused their attention on Asia. The occasion was the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference at the Raffles City Convention Centre which was hosted by the Singapore Boating Industry Association

New Boat Show Calculator

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

For the first time in boat show history, companies wishing to exhibit can now find out exactly what the overall cost will be to participate in a trade fair.

ICOMIA publishes Guideline on Super Yacht Gloss Coatings

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA published today its Technical Guideline on Minimum Acceptable Finish and Appearance for Super Yacht Gloss Coatings following industry expert consultation.

The latest Half Year Trend Report now published

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The statistical report is available for download from the ICOMIA Online Library. It covers the period six months ending December 2010.

Finnish research results available in the ICOMIA Library

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Finland’s Marine Industry Association FINNBOAT and VTT, the Technical Research Centre of Finland, are sharing the results of their technical research projects on recreational boating in Finland.

Free online KEEL-CHECKER launches today

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Together with Southampton Solent University, ICOMIA launches the free-of-charge online KEEL-CHECKER.

Online Equipment Distributor Database now available

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A database of worldwide equipment distributors is now available for download in the ICOMIA Online Library.

The 2011 ICOMIA/IFSBO Congress to be held in Rotterdam, the Netherlands

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The annual Congress will take place between Wednesday 8 and Saturday 11 June 2011. It is hosted by Dutch Marine Industry Association HISWA and Amsterdam RAI.

ICOMIA offers subscriptions to the Global Environmental Legislation Guide

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA is now offering members of the public annual subscriptions to the ICOMIA Global Environmental Legislation Guide.

ICOMIA publishes Global Conformity Guidelines for Standards: Fuel Systems (Revised) and Powering

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has now published its fifth Global Conformity Guideline for construction standards. Guideline Number 5 covers Powering. The previously launched Fuel System Guideline has been revised and re-uploaded.

Successful 'Workshop on New Technologies' at METS

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA and European Boatbuilder Magazine hosted the popular ‘Workshop on New Technologies’ for the second year on 17 November during METS. The workshop once again turned out to be a success with a record-breaking number of registrations for the limited seats.

2009 Boating Industry Statistics Book Out Now

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The latest annual statistics book from ICOMIA is now available, providing the recreational marine industry with the only reliable global boating statistics on the market.

RSG Meetings in Egham

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The group of notified bodies under the Recreational Craft Directive, RSG (Recreational Craft Sectoral Group), held sub group meetings in Egham last week, hosted by ICOMIA.

METS Keynote Turns Gloom to Boom

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Professional trend watcher Adjiedj Bakas will provide the ultimate kick-off for three inspiring days of METS / SYP as this year’s Breakfast Briefing keynote.

Free Seminar on Future IMO NOx Limits at METS

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Don’t miss out on this one off chance to learn more about the legislative future of our industry.

FIN rejoins ICOMIA

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

La Fédération des industries nautiques (FIN), the French National Marine Industry Association, has rejoined ICOMIA after an absence of several years.

ICOMIA publishes Global Conformity Guidelines for Standards

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has now published its fourth Global Conformity Guideline for construction standards. Guideline Number 4 covers Windows, Portlights and Hatches.

Free New Technologies Workshop at METS

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Learn from the experts, network with the industry and improve your production - all in one afternoon.

Circulation of final version of ISO Small Craft Keel Standard

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The draft keel scantlings standard has now been submitted for the final vote in the ISO balloting system and concurrently has been uploaded on ICOMIA’s online discussion website.

Mr Tom Webb – ICOMIA Secretary General 1967-1979

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

It is with great regret that we report the passing away of Mr Tom Webb who was a founding member of ICOMIA and its Secretary General for 12 years from its foundation in 1967 until 1979.

ILO’s Maritime Labour Convention 2006 to apply to certain yachts less than 24 meters

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ILO’s Maritime Labour Convention 2006 will also apply to yachts less than 24 meters that are engaged in commercial activity with professional crew.

Implications of US evaporative emissions ruling for boatbuilders exporting to the US

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Following the 2008 US Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) rule for spark ignition engines comprising exhaust and evaporative emissions limits for petrol systems on marine vessels, fuel systems in boats and personal watercrafts sold in the US must comply with these regulations as of 31 July 2011.

ICOMIA takes on social media

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Connect with us on social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook!

Positive developments in MLC discussions concerning Superyacht crew accommodation

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Superyacht maritime industry wins ground as the discussion about crew accommodation size carries on.

EuCIA reports on shocking news for the Composites Industry

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Anti-dumping measures on Chinese glass fibre by India and Turkey are setting an unprecedented situation for the Composites Industry.

IMO reduces NOx emission limits

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

As a consequence of the reduced NOx emission limit, all boat documentation must include evidence of compliance with IMO Tier II from the start of next year.

New ICOMIA website launched

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

After much anticipation, the new ICOMIA website has today finally been launched.

Successful ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress held in Chicago

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The 2010 ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress hosted by NMMA was held in Chicago from 9-12 June.

Mr Ron Stone awarded ICOMIA Honorary Membership

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Mr Ron Stone was awarded ICOMIA Honorary Membership in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the leisure marine industry over many years.

Successful ISO TC188 Small Craft Meeting

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The 25th annual ISO TC188 meeting took place in Genoa, Italy on 21-24 June, hosted by UCINA.

ICOMIA appoints new Communications Manager

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA secretariat welcomed its newest member of the team earlier this week.

Industry consultation on draft Standard on the finish and appearance for super yacht coatings

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

It was agreed to publish an ICOMIA Technical Standard on finish and appearance for super yacht coatings. Click the link for more details.

ICOMIA Conformity Guideline No 3 - Electrical published

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The latest ICOMIA Conformity Guideline No 3 - Electrical was created by an International working group for use as a companion to ABYC and ISO standards and can be viewed under Technical Info.

Boatbuilders invited to consult on ISO standards development for small craft

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA is looking to increase boatbuilder input in the development of ISO standards on small craft less than 24 m. .

Two new ICOMIA membership applications approved

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Executive Committee at its meeting in London on 13 January approved membership applications from the China Boat Industry & Trade Association and the Indian Marine Federation

Latest Edition of ICOMIA Statistics Book published

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 2008 Edition of the ICOMIA Annual Statistics book on the leisure marine industry is now available. Click on the image of the book opposite to place your order or view sample pages

ICOMIA Committee Meetings held at METS

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Many ICOMIA Committees and ISO TC188 Working Groups held meetings during the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) in Amsterdam from 17 to 19 November. Click the link above for a list of these meetings.

New Technologies Workshop

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Technical Committee meeting on 18 November at METS Amsterdam featured an open session on New Technologies, a partnership initiative by European Boatbuilder and ICOMIA.

New ICOMIA Members

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Executive Committee at its meeting in Genoa on 1 October approved 2 new industry sustaining members: MYBA and Informa Yacht Group (IYG). Click above for more details.

ISO TC8/SC12 Large Yachts Plenary

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Working Group sessions and the Plenary meeting were held in Hamburg 15-17 September. WG2 on safety and WG5 on quality met the two days prior to the plenary meeting

Ron Stone elected Honorary Member

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

At the 43rd ICOMIA AGM Mr Ron Stone was elected ICOMIA Honorary Member in recognition of his contribution to the ICOMIA Marinas Committee and to the wider industry over many years.

ICOMIA Annual Congress

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA held its annual Congress in Lisbon from 3 to 6 June together with it sister association, IFBSO.

Estboat joins ICOMIA

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The membership application for Estboat, the Estonian MIA, to join ICOMIA was approved by the Executive Committee at its recent meeting in Chicago.

Formation of ICOMIA Super Yacht Refit Group

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The foundation meeting of the ICOMIA Super Yacht Refit Group, hosted by MB92, was held in Barcelona on 20 March.

ICOMIA publishes Global Conformity Guideline No 3 - Electrical

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has published Global Conformity Guideline No 3 - Electrical Standards. This can be downloaded from the Technical Info section of the website or click above for more info

ICOMIA Clean Marinas Award presented toThe Yacht Harbour Association

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The UK's Yacht Harbour Association was presented with the ICOMIA Clean Marinas Award at the London Boat Show on 15 January for its Gold Anchor Award Scheme.

CACEL rejoins ICOMIA

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

CACEL's application to rejoin ICOMIA as a full member was approved by the Executive Committee at its meeting on 15 January.

ICOMIA publishes latest Annual Statistics Book

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Statistics book for the worldwide recreational marine industry for 2007 is now available and can be ordered from our website where sample pages can also be viewed.

EURMIG publishes Technical Note on Noise and Vibration at Work

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

EURMIG publishes a Technical Note on two EU Directives (Noise at Work 2003/10/EC and Vibration at work 2002/44/EC). This Note can be found under the Technical section on the home page.

ICOMIA publishes Technical Note on implications of new EU Trailer regulations

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA publishes Technical note on implications for Boat Manufacturers and Dealers from the new EU trailer regulations from 2009. This Note can be downloaded from the Technical section.

ICOMIA Marinas Committee Website

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Marinas Committee has now established its own website at www.icomia.org/imc and is a ready reference point for all marina professionals.

ICOMIA Publishes paper On Lean Thinking and The Environment

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA's Environment Director, Mr Eivind Amble, publishes his paper on Lean Thinking and the Environment. Click on the Environment tab to download the paper.

ICOMIA PUBLISHES GLOBAL CONFORMITY GUIDELINES FOR STANDARDS

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has published its first 2 sets of Global Conformity Guidelines for construction standards that can be downloaded from the Technical section of the website or click above for more info

ICOMIA/IFBSO Annual Congress held in Barcelona

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Annual Congress was held at the AB Skipper Hotel, Barcelona on 4-7 June. Click the link above for more Congress news

New ICOMIA President elected at AGM

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Thom Dammrich of NMMA was elected the new President of ICOMIA at the AGM on Saturday, 7 June. Click the link above for more details of new Executive Committee appointments.

ICOMIA makes first awards in its Clean Marinas Programme

Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA has recently introduced a Clean Marinas Programme open to national or regional clean marinas programmes. Click the link above for more details.

6th International Marinas Conference Success

Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA's 3-yearly International Marinas Conference was held in Oostende, Belgium from 25-28 May. Click the link above for more details.

ISO TC8 SC12 (Large Yachts) Working Groups and Plenary

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ISO TC8 SC12 held working group meetings and its second annual Plenary in Milan from 21-23 April. Click the link above for more details of these meetings.

ICOMIA publishes Technical Note on biofuel additives

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

From 2010 the percentage of bio additives in fuels within the EU will be increased for both petrol and diesel. Implications are examined in this note which can be found under 'Technical Info'.

EURMIG Brussels Event

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

EURMIG, the ICOMIA EU Recreational Marine Industry Group, held a major event in Brussels from 7-11 April. Click the above link for more details.

New Impact Assessment Study

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Marine Engine Committee (IMEC) held Spark Ignition and Compression Ignition Task Force meetings on 8 & 9 April in Brussels with ARCADIS, the European Commission’s appointed contractor.

EU Ban on Teak Imported from Burma

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The EU ban on teak imports from Burma came into force on 12 March 2008.

Chairman for new ICOMIA Superyacht Division

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Mr Lorenzo Pollicardo of UCINA has been appointed Chairman until the ICOMIA Congress 2008 in June.

Three new members for ICOMIA

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

SABBEX of South Africa becomes a full member of ICOMIA and RINA of Italy and impA of Netherlands have become Sustaining Members.

ISO TC188 - Scantlings Standard

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

FDIS 12215 Part 5 It has been decided to send this important standard out for a second FDIS to incorporate some last minute but vital editorial changes.

ICOMIA publishes Guide to the Basic Principles of Life Cycle Assessment

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Environment Director, Mr Eivind Amble, has written a report looking at the basic principles of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). This paper can be downloaded from the online library.

ICOMIA Meeting Programme, boot Duesseldorf 2008

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Click the link above to view the ICOMIA meeting schedule during boot Duesseldorf, January 2008

ICOMIA Boat Sales Statistics Programme

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Boat Sales Statistics Steering Group met at Southampton Boat Show on Monday, 17 September to discuss progress.

EU Commission Report on further improving the environmental characteristics of recreational craft engines

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Click on the link below to access the report. (Alternatively cut and paste it into your browser.)

Boating Industry Unveils Ground-Breaking Device to Measure Economic Impact of Marinas

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Online tool generates data to illustrate the economic value of marinas and boating access facilities. It can be accessed free of charge by clicking on the above link.

ICOMIA Statistics Committee Meeting

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Statistics Committee meeting was held on 21 June at Marine House, Egham

ICOMIA Executive Committee Meeting

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Executive Committee held a meeting in Rome on 12 June. Results of that meeting will be communicated in the ICOMIA newsletter.

ISO TC188 Small Craft Plenary Session

Wed, 16 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A series of Working Group meetings were held between 4 - 7 June with the Plenary session on Thursday, 7 June. .

World Standards Summit

Wed, 16 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The second World Standards Summit was held on Tuesday, 5 June during the ISO TC188 (Small Craft) Plenary Session hosted by the British Standards Institute in Chiswick, London

Recreational Boating Definitions Revised

Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Following a review of Recreational Boating Definitions, the Recreational Marine Research Center of Michigan State University has published a revised version.

ICOMIA publishes Status Report on Decommissioning of End of Life Boats

Fri, 04 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA's Environment Director, Mr Eivind Amble, has produced a Status Report on Decommissioning of End of Life Boats

Super (Large) Yacht Meeting

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A meeting was held during the ICOMIA Congress in Auckland in April to establish a Superyacht Division within ICOMIA for those MIAs that have super yacht members.

8th International Sailing Summitt

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The 8th International Sailing Summit is being held in Valencia, Spain from 1-4 May.

ICOMIA / IFBSO CONGRESS HELD IN AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND

Tue, 24 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA held its annual Congress with its sister organisation, the International Federation of Boat Show Organisers (IFBSO) at the Hilton Hotel, Auckland, New Zealand from 11-14 April.

Harmonisation of ISO and ABYC Standards

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A further meeting on the harmonisation of ISO and ABYC Standards was held at the Miami Boat Show on 15 and 16 February.

NEW GLOBAL BOAT STATISTICS PROGRAMME ON TRACK FOR Q1 2007 LAUNCH

Tue, 06 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The launch of a new global statistics programme for boat builders is on schedule for reporting of boat sales for the first quarter of 2007.

ICOMIA chaired meeting on Large Yacht Standards at Boot, Duesseldorf

Mon, 15 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The meeting was held on Tuesday, 23 January at 1400-1700 in Room 225 (North Entrance).

ICOMIA Marinas Committee Newsletter

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The latest edition of the Marinas Committee newsletter is now available to download from the on-line library.

Fact Sheet on NMMA Certification

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

NMMA has produced a Fact Sheet in Q&A format on their recreational boat certification program

Fact Sheet on NMMA Certification

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

NMMA has produced a Fact Sheet in Q&A format on their recreational boat certification program

ICOMIA Fact Sheet on Copper-Based Antifouling

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Environment Executive's five page fact sheet on copper-based antifouling is now available to download from the on-line library

ICOMIA publishes Guide to Waste Management

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

This new ICOMIA Guide provides advice on the management storage and disposal of industrial waste products.

PA to Propose Marine Rule That Could Adversely Effect Large Yacht Builders. NMMA Task Force Being Organized

Mon, 04 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The US EPA has been working for some time on a plan that would require emission reductions on diesel marine engines.

ICOMIA Environment Executive issues Fact Sheet on Volatile Organic Compounds

Mon, 21 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Environment Executive has issued a Question and Answer Fact Sheet regarding important EU legislation potentially affecting boat building and repair facilities in Europe

ICOMIA Environment Executive issues Fact Sheet on Volatile Organic Compounds

Mon, 21 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The ICOMIA Environment Executive has issued a Question and Answer Fact Sheet regarding important EU legislation potentially affecting boat building and repair facilities in Europe

ICOMIA Marinas Committee Meeting

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The 36th IMC Committee Meeting, which was to have been held in Antalya in September, will will now be held in Ostend, Belgium on 10, 11 and 12 November.

ICOMIA Schedule of meetings at METS, Amsterdam

Thu, 10 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Meetings will be held in the Europa Halls complex as follows:-

ICOMIA launches Recreational Boating Definitions

Mon, 17 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

ICOMIA, in partnership with the Recreational Marine Research Center of Michigan State University, has developed a set of economic related recreational boating definitions.

ICOMIA to produce Global Boat Sales Statistics

Tue, 04 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations plans to introduce a new global on-line statistics system for boat builders, starting in 2007.

New CC Guide for EU Directive 2003/44 EC

Mon, 08 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

A New CC Guide for the above Recreational Craft Directive is being compiled by the EU Commission. More details will follow shortly.