International Marine Association

IMA’s mission is the conservation and preservation of our marine resources for individuals and businesses who enjoy and depend on our waterways worldwide.

Boat owners of all sizes and individuals who love and enjoy the marine environment from around the world will benefit being an IMA member

The International Marine Association is an exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Recognizes the importance of a nation’s waterway, marine environment, and the impact that the degradation of this environment can have both economically and recreationally on a community’s health and well-being.

Acknowledges the inherent interdependence between the marine industry, individuals and families who enjoy recreational activities in our waterways.

Is committed to ensuring the harmonious balance between the marine industry, individuals and families. We are dedicated to fighting any threats that can disrupt this important balance and thus harm our precious waterways in which the marine industry and individuals depend on and enjoy.

Believes that government policies should recognize the marine industry’s diversity, and that these laws and regulations should be tailored to ensure the conservation and sustainability of the marine environment both locally and globally.

Serves as an ‘Advocate’ for all businesses and individuals who depend on our waterways for their livelihood and enjoyment. We are dedicated to promoting the interests of the marine industry and individuals nationally and globally.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

IMA believes that all of our current and future members (businesses and private individuals) have a critical role in maintaining the ecological balance, economically and environmentally, with our marine environment.

IMA is dedicated to the conservation and preservation of our marine resources by unifying marine businesses, public entities, and private individuals whom enjoy and depend on our waterways throughout the world.

IMA  actively supports organizations involved in the continuing efforts to protect the marine environment. If we all do a little we can accomplish a lot.

Created by independent industry professional Yacht Brokers and ima Certified from around the world who strive to keep it clean and affordable for all.