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It’s the IMRF Award 2019 Finalists in Full …

Starting today, you can read the more about the Finalists in the IMRF Awards 2019 – their full stories and why they have been chosen by the judges.

Each day we will be posting the stories of two finalists, until the details of all ten finalists in all five Award categories, are posted in full, on our facebook pages.

Read the stories and then… on 1 September 2019 we will be launching The IMRF Awards 2019 People’s Choice Award.

From then until Monday, 9 September 2019 you can vote for whichever story and finalist you think deserves the special People’s Choice Award.

The finalist with the most cumulative ‘likes’ on Facebook at 18:00 GMT on Monday, 09 September 2019, will be the winner!

Bookmark the IMRF Facebook page now, read the inspiring stories of the finalists from around the world - and vote for your favourite in this years’ IMRF Awards 2019!

The winners of all the Awards will be announced at a presentation ceremony on 10 September 2019.

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The IMRF Works with North African and Middle Eastern Countries to Support Development of Regional SAR Services

The IMRF in conjunction with the IMO held a search and rescue (SAR) administration and management training course in December 2019, in Rabat Morocco.
The First of a Regular Blog for the IMRF

As the first of a regular blog for the IMRF, this month we have interviewed Dean Lawrence, IMRF Chairman.
IMRF Launches Updated Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual

The International Maritime Rescue Federation has launched a new Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual, a vital best practice guide for any SAR rescue organisation.

Media Gallery 2019
The IMRF Awards 2019 Winners Have Been Announced

Exceptional search and rescue teams, outstanding individuals and innovative technology from around the world have been recognised in the annual IMRF Awards
Vote for Your Favourite Finalist in the IMRF People’s Choice Award Now!

Voting has opened for the IMRF’s People’s Choice Award 2019 and the finalist with most ‘likes’ on facebook at 1800hrs GMT on Monday 9 September will be announced as the winner.
CM Hammar Continues their Sponsorship for the IMRF Team Award 2019

CM Hammar, who for the past 160 years have been providing better solutions for safety at sea, is sponsoring the 2019 IMRF Award for Outstanding Team Contribution to a Maritime SAR Operation.
The IMRF Awards 2019 shortlist is announced

International shortlist showcases skills and commitment to saving lives at sea, across the sector and around the world
Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence KCVO CB ADC(P) to present the IMRF Awards 2019

We are delighted that Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence KCVO CB ADC(P) has agreed to present the IMRF Awards 2019 during London International Shipping Week.
Who Would You Nominate for an IMRF Award?

Do you know someone who deserves to be recognised and applauded for their work in the world of maritime search and rescue (SAR)? Has a colleague led an exceptional rescue or made an outstanding contribution to maritime SAR?
IMRF Award 2019 - Nominations now closed

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Last Call for Maritime Rescue Award Entries

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Last Call for Maritime Rescue Award Entries

The 2019 International Maritime Rescue Federation Awards are open to anyone who has saved lives at sea: Deadline 30 June Designed to raise awareness of search and rescue techniques, technologies and equipment, the International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) Awards are now in their fourth year.

IMRF Holds First All-Women SAR Training to Address Gender Imbalance

As part of its ongoing #WomenInSAR initiative and supporting the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) theme of empowering women, the International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) has held its first all-women maritime Search and Rescue (SAR) training in Morocco.
Meet the new Board of Trustees

Meet the new Board of Trustees - elected at the QGM in Vancouver on 18 June 2019.
International Maritime Rescue Federation Elects New Board

IMRF members elected their new Board of Trustees yesterday (18 June 2019) at their Quadrennial General Meeting (QGM) in Vancouver. The meeting followed on from the 4th World Maritime Rescue Congress, which brought together maritime search and rescue specialists and equipment providers from around the globe.
The IMRF Awards 2019 Winners Have Been Announced

Exceptional search and rescue teams, outstanding individuals and innovative technology from around the world have been recognised in the annual IMRF Awards
The IMRF Awards 2019 shortlist is announced

International shortlist showcases skills and commitment to saving lives at sea, across the sector and around the world
IMRF Launches Updated Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual

The International Maritime Rescue Federation has launched a new Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual, a vital best practice guide for any SAR rescue organisation.
IMRF Second Fundraising and Communication Skills-Share hosted by the Swedish Sea Rescue Society (SSRS)

“It was two very productive days in keeping our skills current. Tacit and explicit knowledge (information, skills, or expertise) was “It was two very productive days in keeping our skills current. Tacit and explicit knowledge (information, skills, or expertise) was exchanged among experts of our organizations. Skill-sharing not only bolstered our understanding, but helped create an archive of accessible knowledge. "
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.
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).
IMRF Delivers Tailored Training to Boost Maritime SAR Capabilities Across Africa

The International Maritime Rescue Federation has held a basic rescue boat operating course, in conjunction with the RNLI, specifically tailored and structured for maritime SAR (search and rescue) professionals from Africa. The teaching is designed to be a ‘train the trainer’ course, so the participants will return home and share the learnings with their organisations and colleagues.