Uli Heinemann

After just over 25 years at the helm of Brussels-based International Marine Certification Institute (IMCI), Uli Heinemann has opted to retire from his position as managing director.

Heinemann, who has played a key role in shaping the company – now the largest CE certifier in the water sports industry – was bid farewell by the board of directors at the IMCI annual general meeting in Amsterdam in November.
“After signing more than 67,700 certificates, it is time for me to start a new phase in my life,” he said. ”However, I will remain loyal to the industry and continue to work as a consultant and assessor in the areas of CE, UKCA and NMMA certifications. I can hardly imagine a life outside of this industry.”
Ulrich Manigel, who has been with IMCI for 22 years, now takes on the role of managing director.