Become a member of the IMRF today and join the wider global SAR community to learn, exchange ideas, and connect. Through our comprehensive programme of webinars, in‑person conferences, exchanges, seminars, training courses and events, we support the continuous development of SAR capability worldwide.
The membership form below only takes 5 minutes to complete.
We have more than 160 member organisations in over 50 countries. Our membership covers maritime SAR organisations, coastguards, life-saving agencies, government departments, as well as industry suppliers and commercial companies. We are always looking to reach out to SAR organisations, no matter where they are in the world, to join the IMRF community so we can continue to help more people save lives at sea.
At the IMRF, our core strands of work are global advocacy, research and the provision of training and practical resources. We hold consultative status at the IMO and collaborate with leading international bodies across the maritime and humanitarian sectors. By acting as a bridge between practitioners and policymakers, we help shape a safer, more coordinated, and more resilient global SAR system.
Click on the different types of membership below to find out about our annual fees and learn about the many benefits.
You can see our current list of Members here.
If you're not sure which membership option will be the best for you or if you have any questions about the IMRF and how we can work with your SAR organisation, contact us today.
SAR Membership is for national SAR coordination centres, lifeboat operators, coastguards, navies, lifeguard services and any relevant organisations involved in operational maritime SAR. We include both voluntary and NGO organisations involved in SAR. Read more
Corporate Membership is for commercial companies, training centres, service providers and manufacturers which operate within maritime, naval and other relevant sectors. It is also for commercial companies with SAR capabilities, for example oil and gas and offshore wind. Read more
Affiliate Membership is for subsidiaries of full member organisations, whose prime purpose is the promotion of water safety through education and public awareness. It is also for NGOs that are not involved in operational maritime SAR and organisations that are planning to provide a maritime SAR service or function in the future. Read more