The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) was formed in April 1970 in response to the growing public concern about marine pollution, particularly by oil.
Founded in 1970, the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) is a voluntary association of oil companies having an interest in the shipment and terminalling of crude oil, oil products ...
Discover the purpose of OCIMF, a voluntary association of oil companies committed to leading the global marine industry in safe and eco-friendly oil transport.
The OCIMF has published its annual report for 2025, highlighting the launch of SIRE 2.0, which marked a change in tanker inspections
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) was formed in April 1970 in response to the growing public concern about marine pollution, particularly by oil, after the Torrey Canyon incident in 1967.
OCIMF's mission is lead the global marine industry in the promotion of safe and environmentally responsible transportation of crude oil, oil products, petrochemicals and gas, and to drive the same values in the management of related offshore marine operations.
Participation within the OCIMF Programme is available to all organisations with an interest in the safe and environmentally responsible transport of crude oil, oil products, petrochemicals, and gas, and related offshore marine operations:
The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) is a voluntary association of oil companies with an interest in the shipment and terminalling of crude oil, oil products, petrochemicals and gas.
Despite the industry’s best intentions, such as designating hazardous snap-back zones on mooring decks, or the drawing up of detailed line management and mooring plans, mooring remains an incredibly ...