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IMRF Global Maritime SAR System Review continues with regional workshop in Ghana

Representatives from nine African countries gathered in Accra, Ghana, for the third regional workshop of the Global Maritime SAR System Review, identifying key challenges and opportunities for strengthening maritime search and rescue across the continent.
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The IMRF will be hosting an online webinar on Monday 29 June at 12 noon as part of its #SaferSAR initiative.
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New IMO MASS Code Raises Important SAR Considerations

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted the first non-mandatory Code for Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS), marking a significant milestone in the future regulation of autonomous and remotely operated shipping.

Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) and SAR

Commercial MASS and remotely operated vessels could play a significant part in future maritime SAR operations to help improve capabilities and operations.
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Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual & Search Cards

This manual, together with the accompanying Rescue Boat Operator Search Cards, provides recommended best practice for any organisation looking at introducing basic training in Rescue Boat SAR operations.
SAR Matters: Defining Distress Continued ...

People known to be in distress need to be rescued, of course – and the SAR community knows that this concept must also be extended to those believed to be in distress, and to those who, while not yet in distress, will become so if help is not provided to them in the meantime.
MRO (Mass Rescue Operations Guidance)

The IMRF has developed the most comprehensive guidance available for planning and preparing for Mass Rescue Operations (MROs) in the maritime environment.
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