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International Mass Rescue Conference (G5)

The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) is delighted to announce our latest International Mass Rescue Conference (G5), to be held on 17-19 October 2021 in Gothenburg, Sweden..
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International Mass Rescue Conference (G5)

The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) is delighted to announce our latest International Mass Rescue Conference (G5), to be held on 17-19 October 2021 in Gothenburg, Sweden..
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.
Calling All Women (and Men) in SAR!

Survey launched to assess gender balance, IMRF calls for all those working in maritime SAR to take part …
Trinity House Supports IMRF #WomenInSAR Campaign

Trinity House is supporting the International Maritime Rescue Federation’s campaign to promote gender equality in maritime search and rescue
IMRF to Develop Full Suite of Pandemic Resources

The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) has secured essential funding to develop new search and rescue (SAR) training resources, which will help SAR teams around the world to complete their rescue missions safely during pandemics and health emergencies.
IMRF Contributes to the ICAO/IMO JWG on the Harmonization of Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue

Udo Fox, Executive Director, DGzRS has attended the 27th session of the ICAO/IMO Joint Working Group|(JWG) on the Harmonization of Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue, as the IMRF’s IMO representative.
We Need Your Help to Update the COVID-19 Resuscitation Guidelines

All around the world, IMRF members are continuing to save lives in the world’s waters despite the ongoing the global pandemic. To help, earlier this year the IMRF produced its IMRF COVID -19 Operational Guidelines: Guidance for SAR Organisations and soon after, the IDRA-ILS-IMRF COVID-19 Drowning Resuscitation Guidance was published.
IMRF #WomenInSAR Survey

Last year, the IMRF launched its #WomeninSAR initiative which included a new IMRF #WomeninSAR Award, and women-only SAR training events.
Aviation Search and Rescue – Harmonising Global Safety

Many IMRF members either work with aviation assets in maritime SAR operations, or are responsible for providing aviation SAR services. And yet there is no formal international benchmark to ensure quality, safety and consistency of aviation SAR standards.
Interested in the SAR Developments of the Future?

The IMRF Future Technology Panel is inviting all members (especially new member organisations) to join the group. Launched four years ago with participants from nine IMRF member organisations, it has gone from strength to strength and we are keen to encourage more members to get involved.

COVID–19 – Planning Checklist

The Main priorities for all SAR organisations are to minimise the risk of infection for all staff and volunteers and to continue to provide effective SAR and lifesaving services. These priorities should underpin all COVID-19 response planning.
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.
MEDEVAC de Enfermos COVID-19 a Bordo de Crucero

Jorge Diena, Consejero de la IMRF, nos envió este documento preparado por el Capitan de Fragata (CG) Artigas Zorrilla y la Teniente de Navío (MED) Ana Mieres, explicando lo sucedido cuando la Armada Uruguaya recibió un llamado de emergencia de un crucero, requiriendo asistencia para un pasajero con dificultades respiratorias.
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 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. "
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.
COVID-19 Voluntary Guidelines: Medical-Hygiene Issues Related to COVID-19 - Frequently Asked Questions

This document is for SAR organisations currently facing operating challenges as a result of COVID-19. It is primarily based on guidelines issued by the World Health Organisation (WHO), existing national protocols provided by IMRF member organisations and consensus of an IMRF expert panel. Recommendations by ILCOR[1] and national resuscitation councils have also been included.