Events | International Maritime Rescue Federation

On-Scene Coordinators Course (IAMSAR Vol III) - 19 to 21 February 2020

Working with the International Maritime Organization (IMO), this course focuses on IAMSAR Volume III, providing training on planning and co-ordination of SAR operations to delegates from 3 of the 5 IMO Africa SAR regions. This Course is Full. Read more

Basic training on GMDSS and SAR Operations Coordination - 27 to 30 January 2020

The objective of the training is to train personnel working in Togo on how to receive and evaluate distress alerts and coordinate SAR operations. This Course is Full. Read more

Kenyan Regional Meeting - 3 and 4 December 2019

Delegates from Kenya, Tanzania, Seychelles, Somalia and Uganda, which form the Kenyan Region, will meet in Tanzania. This Course is Full. Read more

SAR Mission Coordinators Course (IAMSAR Volume II) - 21 to 23 October 2019

Working with the International Maritime Organization (IMO), this course focuses on IAMSAR Volume II, training participants responsible for co-ordinating SAR missions in 3 of the 5 IMO Africa SAR regions. This Course is Full. Read more

South African SAR Conference - 21 to 25 October 2019

The South African SAR Conference will be from 21 to 25 October 2019, and the main theme is: Embracing Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Services first and foremost as a Government and secondly as an industry social responsibility. Read more

8th International Search & Rescue Conference & Exhibition - 21 to 23 July 2020

Global SAR Resources is glad to announce that they will be organising the 8th International Search & Rescue Conference & Exhibition from on 21st to 23rd July 2020 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Read more

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Lifeboat Crews Across Europe Swap Places

IMRF holds its 8th annual European Lifeboat Crew Exchange, where crew members swap places to learn about different equipment and gain experience in new locations The International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) has successfully held its eighth European Lifeboat Crew Exchange Programme, with 72 maritime search and rescue (SAR) professionals from 14 countries across Europe taking part.

Lifeboat Crews Across Europe Swap Places

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. "

World’s Maritime Search and Rescue Experts Gather in Vancouver

Some of the world’s leading maritime search and rescue experts will be meeting in Vancouver, Canada to share knowledge and improve their skills this weekend (15-18 June).

Membership of the IMRF

IMRF membership provides a unique opportunity for SAR organisations to share knowledge, experience and expertise, through the IMRF’s programme of conferences, meetings, forums and activities. Suppliers into the sector can also attend, participate, and engage in discussions and are encouraged to share any innovations that might benefit wider SAR activities.