We talk to Schalk van Bosch, AIS Network Development Manager at MarineTraffic (Kpler) about the adoption of its technology to improve the situational awareness of maritime SAR professionals. 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
We speak with Alex Morkin from SiiTech about how his AIS technology is helping to improve the situational awareness of maritime SAR organisations during vital operations. Read more
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Fredrik Falkman from Sweden's SSRS suggests that SAR organisations need to have a smarter approach to operating in rising sea levels, with a critical assigning of resources for each operation. Read more
We speak with Captain Hilmar Snorrason, Principal at the Maritime Safety and Survival Training Centre at ICE-SAR, about his 30-year career in maritime safety. 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
Berit Letting from RS stressed the importance of raising awareness about climate change and informing the public about safe sea conditions 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
We speak with Amber Sheasgreen, the winner of the 2023 #WomenInSAR award, about the importance of asking questions and the need for cohesive teamwork in maritime SAR operations. Read more
We talk to Angelo Abreu from SANAS Madeira about the impact and challenges of smaller maritime SAR organisations and how learning from peers is of the utmost importance. 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
Being competent and ready is vital. SAR requires the use of trained people to deliver critical services but incompetence at any stage could lead to serious negative outcomes Read more
Jori Nordström talks about the changing culture of being most open and honest when discussing mental health and wellbeing, and how important this is for those working in maritime SAR. Read more
Geoffrey Denman from the CCG speaks about his almost four decades in the maritime SAR sector and the importance of relationships to promote operational excellence. 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
Katie Young from the UK's RNLI talks about some of the holistic approaches that SAR organisation's can take to tackle climate change Read more
The IMRF attended the ICAO-IMO Joint Working Group on Search and Rescue in Cape Town, South Africa, in November on behalf of its members and global maritime SAR community 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