IMAS Startanlagen und Maschinenbau GmbH is a Germany-based specialist in equipment and systems for water-racing competitions. Founded in 2003, the company develops and sells solutions for canoe, rowing, dragon boat and canoe polo, supporting both regatta organisers and athletes. Its products include automatic start systems, time-measurement systems, starting and finishing boxes, Albanosystems, coaching and training technology, and canoe polo equipment for pits.

IMAS can equip regatta venues with complete systems or supply individual components, helping organisers manage precise starts, fair timing and competition operations. The company also offers services and rental options for some equipment. Its systems have been used at regional and international regattas, including events associated with the ICF and World Rowing.

IMAS works to advance the technical, organisational and presentation aspects of regatta sport, aiming to make competitions more engaging for athletes and visitors. Based in Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany, the company serves customers internationally through a network of worldwide contacts and is an official Paddle Worldwide partner