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Offshore Magazine to Sponsor NOIA Safety in Seas Awards

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The National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) has announced that Offshore magazine, published by EndeavorB2B, will be the new sponsor of the NOIA Safety in Seas (SIS) Awards. Established in 1978, the SIS Awards recognize individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to improving safety in the offshore energy industry. The awards, which have been presented annually since 2014, honor overall organizational commitment to safety and highlight specific technologies, practices, or projects that have a direct and demonstrable impact on improving safety in offshore operations.

Key Takeaways:

  • The NOIA Safety in Seas Awards, established in 1978, recognize individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to improving safety in the offshore energy industry.
  • The awards have been presented annually since 2014, with two distinct awards: the Culture of Safety Award and the Safety Practice Award.
  • The winners are selected by an independent judging panel of offshore safety experts.
  • The National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) represents and advances the offshore energy industry, providing solutions that support communities and protect workers, the public, and the environment.
  • Offshore magazine will partner with NOIA to support the Safety in Seas Awards.
  • Diana Smith, Executive Vice President of Water & Energy at EndeavorB2B, stated that offshore safety and the ongoing efforts to uphold high safety standards are of great importance to Offshore's readers.
  • Erik Milito, NOIA President, emphasized the importance of safety in the offshore energy industry and the role of the Safety in Seas Awards in recognizing and promoting safety achievements.

Statistics:

  • The NOIA Safety in Seas Awards have been presented annually since 2014.
  • Two distinct awards are presented each year: the Culture of Safety Award and the Safety Practice Award.
  • 47 years have passed since the first NOIA Safety in Seas awards were established in 1978.

Sources:

  • National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) press release, October 22, 2025.
  • NOIA Safety in Seas Awards webpage.
  • About the Safety in Seas Awards, National Ocean Industries Association website.
  • Offshore magazine website.
  • NOIA represents and advances the offshore energy industry, according to the NOIA website.

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