About us

Our vision is to be the most trusted voice across the marine sector: a global community for all marine professionals.

We are the largest marine organisation of our kind and the first institute to bring together marine engineers, scientists and technologists into one international multi-disciplinary professional body.

We promote the scientific development of marine engineering, science and technology, providing opportunities for the exchange of ideas and practices and upholding the status, standards and knowledge of marine professionals worldwide.

As the trusted voice of the global marine community, we are helping to shape a united, safe and sustainable future by driving professional standards and leveraging the power of our shared knowledge

Governance

Learn about how the IMarEST is structured and the groups that govern us.

History

The IMarEST was founded in the UK on February 12 1889 with a desire to uphold engineers’ status, rights and competence.

International representation

The IMarEST holds formal recognition across a range of intergovernmental organisations at a level unrivalled by similar organisations of our kind.

Guild of Benevolence

The Guild of Benevolence supports those in need within the marine community and their dependants globally.

Corporate documents

A summary of our latest Annual Report and Accounts, AGM notices, governance documents and other related documents.

Our Strategy 2025-2028

Our strategic objectives will ensure the Institute remains at the forefront of technical cooperation and the loudest voice for the global marine community.