Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM)

The Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM), founded in 1922 in Belgium, is an international governing body for powerboating based in Monaco. Initially known as the Union Internationale du Yachting Automobile, the organization has a staff of approximately 30 individuals and is state-owned. The UIM is responsible for regulating and overseeing various forms of motorsports and cycling, including powerboat racing, jet skiing, and aquabiking. It establishes rules, organizes competitions, and promotes safety standards within these sports. The UIM also works to foster international cooperation and collaboration among its member federations and associations, representing the interests of powerboating and cycling enthusiasts worldwide.