As AI technologies continue to evolve, they are increasingly influencing SAR operations through applications such as search planning, situational awareness, communications, decision support and detection systems. However, adoption across the global SAR community remains uneven, and many organisations continue to face operational, technical and regulatory challenges in implementing AI effectively.
IMO Briefing Paper: The need for performance standard(s) for AI systems embedded in marine equipment
This briefing paper, prepared for IMRF members, summarises IMO Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) Paper 111-21-2, which advocates for the development of formal performance standards for Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems embedded in marine equipment. It can be found in the Members' Knowledge Hub.
Views and comments can be fed to the IMO discussions through the IMRF IMO representative via an email to [email protected]
AI Working Group
The IMRF is planning to establish a dedicated AI Working Group for members. The group will support knowledge sharing and will feed operational experience into policies. It will provide a forum for SAR organisations to contribute expertise and operational perspectives as AI use across the sector develops. To express your interest please email [email protected].
This briefing paper, prepared for IMRF members, summarises IMO Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) Paper 111-21-2, which advocates for the development of formal performance standards for Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems embedded in marine equipment. Read more
The IMO MSC paper calls for robust, formal standards for AI in marine equipment to ensure safety, reliability, and human control—issues directly impacting the operation of SAR vessels and aircraft. Read more