ICOMIA

Name

ICOMIA

Legal name

International Council of Marine Industry Associations

Website

https://icomia.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Industry Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Oceans, Coastal & Marine Resource Management (BPADALAI)

Keywords

• Marine industry association
• Recreational boating advocacy
• Boating industry standards
• Marina industry networking
• Marine sustainability programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Egham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: ICOMIA generates revenue through membership fees from national marine industry associations worldwide. Members gain access to advocacy representation, industry standards, sustainability resources, market intelligence, and networking opportunities.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ICOMIA is an international non-profit membership organisation that represents 100+ national marine industry associations and serves the global recreational boating industry through advocacy at international regulatory bodies, development of harmonised industry standards and guidelines, sustainability initiatives including the Propelling Our Future lifecycle assessment and the Boating Sustainability Hub, market intelligence via the IMEC statistics programme, and flagship networking events such as the biennial ICOMIA World Marinas Conference and the annual ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress.

Product overview

ICOMIA (International Council of Marine Industry Associations) is an international non-profit membership organisation serving the recreational boating industry. It does not offer a single unified software product but rather a portfolio of publications, standards, events, and tools. The core offerings include the biennial ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (IWMC) and annual ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress for industry gatherings; the ICOMIA Boating Sustainability Hub as a central reference for environmental initiatives; the ICOMIA Superyacht Refit Group providing standardized contracts for refit yards; the Regulatory Reference Guide (RRG) for searchable industry regulations; the Solvent Emissions Recording Tool (SED Tool) for EU compliance; and International Standard Yacht Charter Terms & Conditions developed with YACHT-POOL International. Additional resources include the ICOMIA Statistics Book, IMEC (Marine Engine Committee), ICOMIA Standards & Guidelines library, Posidonia Oceanica environmental guidance, and the Marine Industry Youth Inclusion Strategy. The organization also provides the ICOMIA Podcast for industry content.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress Annual flagship gathering of ICOMIA bringing together recreational boating industry figures and representatives to share insights and market intelligence, make connections and network. ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress 2026 is scheduled for Washington D.C. (May 24–28) and Congress 2025 was held in Palma de Mallorca.
• ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (IWMC) Biennial flagship event attracting marina owners, operators, investors, designers and industry leaders from over 30 countries. IWMC 2025 Venice brought together over 650 delegates from more than 30 countries. IWMC2027 is scheduled for Shanghai, China (March 30 – April 2, 2027).
• ICOMIA Boating Sustainability Hub Central reference point for environmental work ICOMIA members are undertaking across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific and beyond. The Hub curates research, standards, initiatives and member case studies on propulsion, materials, biodiversity, end-of-life recycling and coastal stewardship. Key initiatives include Propelling Our Future, End-of-Life Boats, Marina & Yard Standards, and Superyacht Sustainability.
• ICOMIA Superyacht Refit Group Dedicated forum where eleven of the world's most respected refit shipyards collaborate to shape standards, share knowledge and advance the future of the superyacht sector. Provides standardized contracts and supporting guidance documents for owners, managers and shipyards. Member yards include Amico & Co, Astilleros de Mallorca, BAE Systems Jacksonville, MB92 La Ciotat, Lusben, MB92 Barcelona, Monaco Marine, Pendennis, ISKRA Shipyard, IMS Shipyard, and KRM Yacht.
• ICOMIA Regulatory Reference Guide (RRG) Searchable tool enabling users to search, sort and consult rules impacting the recreational marine industry. Filter options include 28 countries (Australia, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong SAR China, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye, United Kingdom, USA) and categories including Boat Licensing, Design/Construction, Environment, Health & Safety, Marinas & Harbours, Operating Limits, Product Liability, Registration, Charter Boat Regulations, Safety Equipment, Taxation, and Zero Emission Zones.
• Solvent Emissions Recording Tool (SED Tool) Microsoft Windows spreadsheet program for recording solvent emissions under the Solvent Emissions Directive (SED), EU legislation implemented into National Law of all EU Member States to control and reduce VOC emissions. Includes help instructions, software licence agreement, and downloadable reporting tool (v22).
• International Standard Yacht Charter Terms & Conditions International uniform terms and conditions for charter contracts developed in association with YACHT-POOL International, the pioneer of yacht charter insurance, in cooperation with EBI (European Boating Industry). These terms provide fair and consistent approaches for consumers, agents and yacht charter companies, and are a continuation of the well-established Faircharter Contract.
• ICOMIA Recreational Boating Statistics Book Published statistical book providing recreational boating statistics. The ICOMIA Recreational Boating Stats Book Seasonal Update 2026 is available in the ICOMIA Shop.
• Posidonia Oceanica & Yacht Moorings Resource Environmental guidance on Posidonia Oceanica seagrass protection, including legislation information (French anchoring restrictions, Mediterranean regulations), vessel length definitions (EN ISO 8666:2020), and best practices for responsible anchoring. Available through the ICOMIA Sustainability Hub.
• ICOMIA Standards & Guidelines Library Official ICOMIA standards and technical documentation covering chemicals & substances, diversity, environment, marina operations, paints & coatings, personal water craft, regulations, technical info, and trade topics. Sold via the ICOMIA Shop.
• ICOMIA Marine Engine Committee (IMEC) Statistics Service Separate trade association representing recreational marine engine and personal watercraft manufacturers worldwide. Through PowerStats, IMEC delivers neutral, independent anonymised aggregation of marine engine sales data and produces market reports. Subcommittees include Underwater Noise, IMEC Substances Working Group, LCA Steering Group, PWC, Outboard, Statistics, and IMEC Association.
• Marine Industry Youth Inclusion Strategy Resource Strategy resource outlining steps needed to attract and retain young talent in the marine industry. Based on findings from the ICOMIA Congress Diversity Workshop. Covers four pillars: Empowerment, Outreach & Awareness, Opportunity, and Authentic Communications. Includes a 12-month commitment plan with proposed tasks for committee alignment, institutional buy-in, branding, youth-led interpretation, targeted outreach, and celebrating success.
• ICOMIA Podcast Audio content series from ICOMIA featuring industry discussions, interviews, and updates on recreational marine industry topics.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30M+ recreational boats represented globally through member associations
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• 11th Hour RacingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 July 2026Partnership to support Posidonia seagrass preservation and education for the leisure marine industry. 11th Hour Racing provides funding support while ICOMIA develops targeted outreach programs, industry guidance, and best practice frameworks. The collaboration aims to provide high-resolution mapping of sensitive Posidonia areas for chart plotters and boating apps.
• Mediterranean Posidonia Network (MPN)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 July 2026Collaboration to deliver enhanced Posidonia mapping for responsible boating in the Mediterranean. MPN brings scientific expertise and regional knowledge while ICOMIA provides industry access and outreach capabilities to reach recreational boaters.
• Sinoexpo Informa MarketsflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost and co-organizer of the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2027 in Shanghai. Informa Markets provides exhibition industry expertise, venue infrastructure, and marketing capabilities for this landmark event representing the first IWMC in Mainland China.
• Waterrecreatie NederlandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for organizing The Green Tour at Hiswa te Water 2026, a daily guided tour through sustainable boating exhibitors. Waterrecreatie Nederland contributes local industry knowledge and registration infrastructure.
• Coalition for Sustainable BoatingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry association representing manufacturers in sustainable boating sector. Staffs the central information desk at the EV Motor Show at Hiswa te Water 2026, providing visitors with impartial advice on electric and hybrid propulsion systems.
• YACHT-POOL InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on International Standard Yacht Charter Terms and Conditions. YACHT-POOL developed the Faircharter Contract model that serves as the template for ICOMIA/EBI International Standard Charter Terms and Conditions.
• EBI (European Boating Industry)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint development of International Standard Yacht Charter Terms and Conditions. EBI provides European industry perspective and regulatory knowledge for harmonized charter contract standards.
• PowerStatscoreTechnology or IntegrationData analytics partnership for IMEC (ICOMIA Marine Engine Committee) statistics program. PowerStats provides a neutral, independent platform that securely anonymizes marine engine sales data before producing aggregated market reports.
• Superyacht AustraliacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMember association representing Australian superyacht sector. Supports ICOMIA initiatives including the Brisbane 2032 Marine Project and provides local industry capability for superyacht infrastructure development.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• EYBA (European Yacht Brokers Association): European trade association for yacht brokers, charter operators and associated professionals. EYBA is a directly comparable sector federation peer with overlapping work on charter contract standards and broker training.
• National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA): US national trade association for recreational marine manufacturers. NMMA is one of ICOMIA's largest national member associations and operates parallel functions in advocacy, standards (including engine emissions), market statistics (through IMEC), and trade shows (e.g., IBEX), making it the most directly comparable national-level peer.
• European Boating Industry (EBI): Pan-European boating industry association that jointly develops the International Standard Yacht Charter Terms & Conditions with ICOMIA. EBI operates as a parallel supra-national federation and the closest peer to ICOMIA in mission and membership model.
• British Marine: UK trade association for the marine industry, representing manufacturers, brokers, marinas and service providers. As an ICOMIA member with overlapping advocacy, training and event offerings, it is a closely comparable national federation peer.
• Association of Marina Industries (AMI): US trade association dedicated to the marina industry. AMI is the most directly comparable peer to ICOMIA's Marinas Group (IMG), addressing marina operations, design and environmental standards — a core ICOMIA vertical.
• IFBSO (International Federation of Boat Show Organisers): International federation of boat show organisers that co-hosts the ICOMIA/IFBSO Congress. IFBSO is a directly allied federation peer with overlapping membership in marine industry trade bodies and joint event ownership.
• Superyacht Australia: Australian superyacht industry association and ICOMIA member that co-leads the Brisbane 2032 Marine Project. It mirrors ICOMIA's sector-specific federation model within a national superyacht vertical.
• ANEN (Asociación Nacional de Empresas Náuticas): Spanish national marine industry association and ICOMIA member. ANEN is a directly comparable national federation peer operating advocacy, standards and member services in the recreational marine vertical.

Broad incumbents

• Royal Yachting Association (RYA): UK national membership body for boating with a wider remit including training, certification and personal watercraft. RYA overlaps with ICOMIA in advocacy and recreational boating standards but operates a broader consumer-facing mandate.

Regional players

• Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF): Regional US trade association representing South Florida's marine industry, including yachting, marina operations and boat shows (e.g., Miami International Boat Show). MIASF is comparable in mission but focused on a single US region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries8 records

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