International Maritime Rescue Federation

World’s Maritime Search and Rescue Experts Gather in Vancouver

Some of the world’s leading maritime search and rescue experts will be meeting in Vancouver, Canada to share knowledge and improve their skills this weekend (15-18 June). Read more
Membership of the IMRF

IMRF membership provides a unique opportunity for SAR organisations to share knowledge, experience and expertise, through the IMRF’s programme of conferences, meetings, forums and activities. Suppliers into the sector can also attend, participate, and engage in discussions and are encouraged to share any innovations that might benefit wider SAR activities. Read more
Nominate for the IMRF Awards NOW: Maritime SAR Organisations Urged to Celebrate Successful Rescue Operations

The highly regarded IMRF Awards are in their fourth year. They attract nominations from around the world, covering everything ... Read more
Global SAR Information

The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) supports and facilitates global SAR development. Read more

Preventing loss of life in the world’s waters

The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) brings the world's maritime SAR organisations together.

Advocacy

As the international voice of maritime SAR, the IMRF plays a significant role in the development of international maritime SAR regulation and policy.

Global SAR Information

The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) supports and facilitates global SAR development.

Sharing SAR Information

One of the IMRF’s core functions is to share information of use to the global SAR community.

Our Impact

494	Crew Members	Over 494 Crew Members have participated and Trained in the European Crew Exchange from 2012 to 2018
295	x 100 - Visits	The MRO Website, including the MRO Resources Library, had in total 29514 visits in the whole of 2018
113	IMRF Members	The IMRF has 113 Members from 54 countries (2018)

Upcoming events

World Maritime Rescue Congress (WMRC) 2019

On behalf of the International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) and the members of the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue ... Read more
Start: 15^th June, 2019 at 12:00am

End: 18^th June, 2019 at 12:00am

Published: 20^th March, 2019

Author: Wendy Webster

Location: Vancouver Convention Centre East Building, Vancouver, V6C 3T4
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IMRF Quadrennial Meeting 2019

With the next World Maritime Rescue Congress (WMRC) rapidly approaching, it is also time to consider the forthcoming IMRF Quadrennial General Meeting (QGM). Read more
Start: 18^th June, 2019 at 12:00am

End: 18^th June, 2019 at 12:00am

Published: 19^th March, 2019

Updated: 20^th March, 2019

Author: Wendy Webster

Location: Vancouver Convention Centre East Building, Vancouver, Vancouver
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The IMRF Awards 2019

This year’s IMRF Awards ceremony will take place at lunch time on 10 September 2019, onboard the HQS Wellington in central London, as part of London International Shipping Week 2019. The IMRF Awards (now in their fourth year) seek to recognise the achievements of volunteer and professional SAR operators alike, as well as those who plan, train and equip SAR operations. Read more
Start: 10^th September, 2019 at 12:00am

End: 10^th September, 2019 at 12:00am

Published: 18^th March, 2019

Updated: 14^th June, 2019

Author: Wendy Webster

Location: HQS Wellington - Victoria Embankment - London - UK, London, WC2
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IMRF Skillshare Conference on Fundraising & Communication 2019

The second IMRF Fundraising Skillshare will be from 17 to 19 September 2019, and is hosted by the Swedish Sea Rescue Society (SSRS). Read more
Start: 17^th September, 2019 at 12:00am

End: 19^th September, 2019 at 12:00am

Published: 18^th March, 2019

Updated: 27^th March, 2019

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Location: Swedish Sea Rescue Society, Talattagatan 24, Gothenburg, 42676
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World’s Maritime Search and Rescue Experts Gather in Vancouver

Some of the world’s leading maritime search and rescue experts will be meeting in Vancouver, Canada to share knowledge and improve their skills this weekend (15-18 June). Read more
One Minute Silence for Société Nationale de Sauvetage en Mer Tragedy

Everyone in the IMRF family is deeply saddened to hear that a lifeboat belonging to Société Nationale de Sauvetage en Mer (SNSM) has overturned during a SAR operation off the west coast of France, with the loss of three crew members. Read more
Shine the Spotlight on Exceptional Team Members and Game-Changing Innovations, says IMRF

The IMRF (International Maritime Rescue Federation) Awards 2019 are now open for nominations, offering a chance to recognise incredible people, new innovations and technologies that make saving lives at sea possible, even in the most difficult and demanding circumstances. Read more
Nominate for the IMRF Awards NOW: Maritime SAR Organisations Urged to Celebrate Successful Rescue Operations

The highly regarded IMRF Awards are in their fourth year. They attract nominations from around the world, covering everything ... Read more

Preventing loss of life in the world’s waters

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