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The IMRF Bookshop Is Open for Business Again!

Thank you to all our customers for your patience, while the IMRF Bookshop was temporarily closed as a result of the impact of COVID-19.

However, we are pleased to announce that our full range of publications (hard copies and e-products) is now available to purchase, as before.

All orders are processed as soon as they are received, so please take a minute to browse through our online IMRF Bookshop and make your selection.

We look forward to hearing from you!

https://imrfbookshop.org

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IMRF International Maritime SAR Forward Look 2021 – 2 February 2021

In our Webinar on the 2 February 2021 - 9:30-10:30 GMT, the IMRF and a panel of SAR experts, lead by our Chair, Dean Lawrence, will discuss ...
#WomenInSAR Webinar - 11 January 2021

Welcome to the #WomenInSAR Webinar - 11 January 2021 page. Below you will find the Webinar recording and the chat log in a PDF.
IMRF #WomenInSAR Survey – Organisation Focused Only

For the IMRF Organisation Main Contact Persons Please Complete IMRF Organisation Focused Only #WomenInSAR Survey Deadline for Completion of the Survey is Friday, 22 January 2021

#WomenInSAR Webinar - 11 January 2021

Welcome to the #WomenInSAR Webinar - 11 January 2021 page. Below you will find the Webinar recording and the chat log in a PDF.
IMRF #WomenInSAR Survey – Organisation Focused Only

For the IMRF Organisation Main Contact Persons Please Complete IMRF Organisation Focused Only #WomenInSAR Survey Deadline for Completion of the Survey is Friday, 22 January 2021
And a Happy and Healthy 2021

Season's Greetings and a Happy and Healthy 2021. The IMRF Secretariat and Bookshop will be closed, from 19 December 2020 – 3 January 2021 inclusive.
DGzRS Boat Given to Georgia Maritime Transport Agency

The IMRF brings the world's maritime search and rescue organisations together in one global - and growing – family. Our members share their lifesaving ideas, technologies and experiences and freely cooperate with one another all with the aim of improving maritime SAR capability worldwide.
IMRF’s Chinese Members Continue to Save Lives During the COVID-19 Pandemic

All around the world, search and rescue operations are being affected by the introduction of significant travel restrictions, the challenge of socially distanced operations and dramatically enhanced health and safety procedures as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
MOAS: Building Vital Flood Response Capability in Bangladesh

The Migrant Offshore Aid Station (MOAS) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Malta dedicated to providing aid and emergency medical relief to refugees and migrants around the world.
Member Focus: Inmarsat

Inmarsat has been an IMRF supporter for many years, most recently regularly sponsoring the IMRF Awards (the Vladimir Maksimov Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Maritime SAR sector – named after a much-respected former Inmarsat employee - and the #WomenInSAR Award).
IMRF to Develop Full Suite of Pandemic Resources

The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) has secured essential funding to develop new search and rescue (SAR) training resources, which will help SAR teams around the world to complete their rescue missions safely during pandemics and health emergencies.
IMRF Contributes to the ICAO/IMO JWG on the Harmonization of Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue

Udo Fox, Executive Director, DGzRS has attended the 27th session of the ICAO/IMO Joint Working Group|(JWG) on the Harmonization of Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue, as the IMRF’s IMO representative.
IMRF Pandemic SAR Webinar - 26 October 2020

This Webinar launched the next phase of the IMRF COVID-19 & Pandemic Response project, and also provided an opportunity for participants to share experiences and reflect on lessons learnt from their SAR operational experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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.