IDESS is an independent organisation providing training services to the maritime and offshore industries.

Quality Standards: ISO 9001:2000 DNV Rules for "Classification of Maritime Training Centres" DNV Rules for "Classification of Maritime Simulator Centres" Accreditations: Liberian Bureau of Maritime Affairs Maritime Training Council, Philippines Maritime and Coastguard Agency, United Kingdom Norwegian Maritime Directorate OPITO Panama Maritime Authority The Swedish Club Vanuatu Maritime Services Limited Professional Associations: Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) Global Maritime Education and Training Association (GlobalMET) International Association for Safety and Survival Training (IASST) International Association of Independent Tanker Owners (INTERTANKO) International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA)