The conference will focus on both maritime and aviation SAR operations and processes as the IMRF looks to enhance its presence in both sectors Read more
The IMRFs IMO representative, Roly McKie, has recently produced some information that is of operational concern to SAR rescue boat, SAR aircraft and MRCC operators. Read more
The IMRF recently attended the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue (NCSR), alongside the SAR Working Group. Read more
The IMRF is celebrating its 100th anniversary since its founding in July 1924 as the International Lifeboat Federation. Read more
The IMRF has partnered with CHIRP to launch the pilot programme of the #SaferSAR initiative, which aims to gather the collective experiences of SAR professionals worldwide to make SAR operations more effective and safer. Read more
The IMRF is once again looking to raise the profile and awareness of women in the maritime SAR sector with the launch of its latest #WomenInSAR mentoring scheme. Read more
Members of the maritime SAR sector came together in Victoria, Canada, for the latest IMRF regional meeting and maritime SAR workshop, the first gathering like this in the Americas since the 2019 WMRC. Read more
The RNLI and KNRM celebrations brought much awareness to the crucial work SAR organisations undertake daily. Read more
The prestigious IMRF Awards return for an tenth year to recognise volunteer and professional SAR personnel, organisations and technologies from around the world. Read more
IMO Working Groups included a focus on autonomous vessels and maritime safety on MASS and SAR. Read more
The IMRF kick started its focus on aviation SAR with a focus on GADSS and its long-term plans for a dedicated panel Read more
Authored by David Whiddon from the RNLI, the Rescue Boat Service Implementation Guide offers organisations essential step-by-step guidance to starting a successful SAR organisation. Read more
The report marks the completion of the first phase of the IMRF #FutureSAR initiative, which is funded and supported by Lloyd’s Register Foundation. Read more
Members of the maritime SAR community gathered on 27 March for the IMRF’s latest #FutureSAR webinar, which was held to launch the IMRF’s #FutureSAR report Read more
The new maritime SAR Aviation Panel will enable the IMRF to broaden its understanding and engagement with evolving and expanding areas of SAR Read more
The IMRF’s #WomenInSAR panel at WMRC 2023 reminded participants of the need to steer maritime SAR towards an inclusive future Read more
Following more than 11 years as Patron of the IMRF, Sir Efthimios Mitropoulos, the Secretary-General Emeritus of the IMO, stepped down in 2023. He has written an open letter to the entire IMRF community to thank everyone for his time in the post and his support for maritime SAR efforts globally. Read more
The document provides a clear and structured approach for SAR organisations to aid stress and trauma that personnel experience on an often daily basis. Read more
The IMRF kicked off its 100th anniversary with its annual Forward Look webinar, which took a detailed look at the achievements of the organisation over the past 12 months, as well as a look ahead to an action-packed and exciting 2024. Read more
Representatives of the IMRF joined the IMO’s Africa Regional SAR Workshop in Cape Town, South Africa to discuss developments on SAR procedures, techniques, and equipment. Read more
More than 50 members of the IMRF community from over a dozen countries around the world gathered in Norway for this year's Annual Meeting. Read more
The initiative will look to enable global SAR organisations to better collect, analyse and share maritime SAR incident response data in a bid to enhance future maritime SAR response operations Read more
Anders Bagge from the SSRS has been announced as the 2023 recipient of the IMRF’s People’s Choice Award. Read more
The European Lifeboat Crew Exchange, hosted in six European countries in September, was a resounding success and enabled participants to hone their skills and share their passion for saving lives at sea. Read more