New particularly relevant to ADAS training schools
Celebrated annually under the auspices of the International Marine Organisation (IMO), May 18 2026 marks the International Day for Women in Maritime. The theme for 2026 and 2027 is From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence.
Following feedback from license holders and ADAS schools, the Onshore Diver Medical Technician (DMT) certification timeframes have been extended.
IMCA recently issued a number of topical updates including a new CPD program, warnings about rogue diving schools, and a 2024 Safety Stats Report.
Forgeries of ADAS diver and supervisor certification, and of certifications from other agencies, continues to be a significant issue across the global diving sector.
Congratulations to Senior Sergeant Raymon (Ray) Busby, lead trainer and training and assessment manager at the NSW Police Marine Area Command, on being presented with the 2025 Maurie Vierow Award of Excellence for his outstanding contributions and services to hyperbaric training.
In ADAS news, we share an update from our annual ADAS school conference, held in Ballina NSW, and launch the updated ADAS WHS Certificate, which is available to general divers seeking to comply with the latest requirements from SafeWork NSW.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the Women's International Shipping & Trading Association have published the Women in Maritime Survey 2024 report.
ADAS school Professional Divers Training Academy (PDTA), part of the Professional Divers Group, has announced the closure of their ADAS training operations after 14 years.
Offshore supervisor applicants who need to show proof of competency as part of the application process, can do so using the ADAS Diving Supervisor simulator.
The easing of barriers to global travel in the past 24 months has seen an increase in activity at the ADAS schools. We share exciting news from CDA who have recently received donated equipment from Shelf Subsea, and from UTCSA who report a positive uptick in student diversity.