IMRF Awards

IMRF Awards 2020 Postponed - But Plans Are Already in Place for 2021

Governments around the world have imposed restrictions on work and travel, as they try to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

These restrictions may differ in severity from country to country, and governments will lift these restrictions at different times and to different degrees according to their national circumstances.

This ongoing uncertainty has caused many organisations to review any events that had been planned to take place during the rest of 2020 - and IMRF is no exception.

After careful consideration of all the options, the IMRF Trustees have decided to postpone the IMRF Awards 2020 until 2021 and any nominations already submitted will be rolled over into an extended qualifying period for the IMRF Awards 2021.

This is obviously disappointing, but we are confident that it is the right decision in the circumstances.

The good news is that we have already booked HQS Wellington in London for Tuesday, 7 September 2021, for the IMRF Awards Lunch 2021.

This means that, once again, the Awards will be held under the umbrella of London International Shipping Week.

More details will follow in due course ...

To Nominate for the IMRF Awards 2021, fill in the IMRF Awards 2021 Nomination Form and read the Terms & Conditions

The Chairman of the IMRF Awards Judges Explains What They Look For …

While the award ceremony for the IMRF Awards 2020 have been postponed until 2021 because of COVID-19, it’s still a good time to submit a nomination while the details are fresh in your mind… Read more

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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 Read more

Read About Inspiring Bravery, Incredible Skills and Determination to Save Lives at Sea

It’s the IMRF Award 2019 Finalists in Full … Read more

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.