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  • IMRF Forward Look webinar highlights ambitious plans for 2023

    IMRF Forward Look webinar highlights ambitious plans for 2023

    The IMRF shared its exciting plans for the next 12 months in its most recent webinar. Read more

  • New study looks at SAR sensemaking during mass rescue exercises

    New study looks at SAR sensemaking during mass rescue exercises

    A recent study undertaken by Germany’s DGzRS and Jönköping University studies the positioning of decision makers and their teams during mass-rescue exercises. Read more

  • Cospas-Sarsat looking to boost SAR responsiveness and system knowledge

    Cospas-Sarsat looking to boost SAR responsiveness and system knowledge

    The international satellite distress programme is hoping to improve the response rate to distress alert communications of maritime SAR organisations around the world. Read more

  • IMRF Bookshop Closes with immediate effect

    IMRF Bookshop Closes with immediate effect

    We regret to announce that we have reluctantly decided to close the IMRF Bookshop with immediate effect. Read more

  • IMRF Forward Look webinar highlights ambitious plans for 2023
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  • Cospas-Sarsat looking to boost SAR responsiveness and system knowledge
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IMRF Forward Look webinar highlights ambitious plans for 2023

IMRF Forward Look webinar highlights ambitious plans for 2023

The IMRF shared its exciting plans for the next 12 months in its most recent webinar. Read more

Published: 6th February, 2023

Author: Tom Scott

New study looks at SAR sensemaking during mass rescue exercises

New study looks at SAR sensemaking during mass rescue exercises

A recent study undertaken by Germany’s DGzRS and Jönköping University studies the positioning of decision makers and their teams during mass-rescue exercises. Read more

Published: 31st January, 2023

Author: Tom Scott

Cospas-Sarsat looking to boost SAR responsiveness and system knowledge

Cospas-Sarsat looking to boost SAR responsiveness and system knowledge

The international satellite distress programme is hoping to improve the response rate to distress alert communications of maritime SAR organisations around the world. Read more

Published: 23rd January, 2023

Author: Tom Scott

IMRF Bookshop Closes with immediate effect

IMRF Bookshop Closes with immediate effect

We regret to announce that we have reluctantly decided to close the IMRF Bookshop with immediate effect. Read more

Published: 17th January, 2023

Updated: 30th January, 2023

Author: Wendy Webster

Sustainability top of the agenda at WMRC 2023

Sustainability top of the agenda at WMRC 2023

From funding and operating greener SAR operations to monitoring the impact of maritime SAR on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, sustainability will be at the forefront on WMRC 2023 Read more

Published: 17th January, 2023

Author: Tom Scott

Getting back together: the IMRF’s impact in 2022

Getting back together: the IMRF’s impact in 2022

The IMRF takes a look back at the work it has achieved in 2022 as loosened pandemic-related restrictions meant the maritime SAR community could once again meet in person Read more

Published: 22nd December, 2022

Updated: 4th January, 2023

Author: Tom Scott

Lifeboat fleet to be in full force at WMRC 2023

Lifeboat fleet to be in full force at WMRC 2023

Next year’s WMRC is looking to display the international fleet of SAR lifeboats in Rotterdam Read more

Published: 22nd December, 2022

Updated: 4th January, 2023

Author: Tom Scott

IMRF to form working group to develop bespoke rescue boat course

IMRF to form working group to develop bespoke rescue boat course

The IMRF showcased the benefits of such a course to the ICAO/IMO JWG-SAR Read more

Published: 13th December, 2022

Author: Tom Scott

African SAR development remains vital to IMRF agenda

African SAR development remains vital to IMRF agenda

The IMRF has continued to support SAR organisations across Africa as part of its Global SAR Development programme in 2022 Read more

Published: 13th December, 2022

Updated: 22nd December, 2022

Author: Tom Scott

Seasons Greetings! IMRF Secretariat Closed for Holidays 23 December to 2 January 2023

Seasons Greetings! IMRF Secretariat Closed for Holidays 23 December to 2 January 2023

Seasons Greetings! The IMRF Secretariat will be closed for the holidays from 23 December to 2 January 2023. Read more

Published: 12th December, 2022

Updated: 22nd December, 2022

Author: Wendy Webster

Caroline Jupe named new IMRF CEO

Caroline Jupe named new IMRF CEO

The IMRF’s Head of Fundraising & Projects will take over from Theresa Crossley in February 2023. Read more

Published: 9th December, 2022

Updated: 4th January, 2023

Author: Tom Scott

#SARyouOK? - Video by Phil Bostock, Head of International Liaison for His Majesty’s Coastguard in the UK

#SARyouOK? - Video by Phil Bostock, Head of International Liaison for His Majesty’s Coastguard in the UK

Search and rescue first responders face pressures unlike any other industry. These individuals often put their own personal safety at risk every single day to ensure that those at sea are safe. Read more

Published: 6th December, 2022

Updated: 7th December, 2022

Author: Wendy Webster

#SARyouOK? - Phil Bostock, HM Coastguard

#SARyouOK? - Phil Bostock, HM Coastguard

Search and rescue first responders face pressures unlike any other industry. These individuals often put their own personal safety at risk every single day to ensure that those at sea are safe. Read more

Published: 6th December, 2022

Updated: 31st January, 2023

Author: Wendy Webster

Iceland to benefit from local version of Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual

Iceland to benefit from local version of Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual

ICE-SAR, the maritime SAR organisation of Iceland, will adapt the IMRF resource to meet its unique operating and training requirements Read more

Published: 1st December, 2022

Author: Tom Scott

Captain Noah Isa Amwe named winner of the IMRF’s People’s Choice Award 2022

Captain Noah Isa Amwe named winner of the IMRF’s People’s Choice Award 2022

Captain Amwe has been acknowledged for his leading role in several SAR operations in 2022 that saved more than 20 lives at sea. Read more

Published: 16th November, 2022

Author: Tom Scott

Cooperation and coordination showcased at second part of European Regional Meeting 2022

Cooperation and coordination showcased at second part of European Regional Meeting 2022

IMRF highlights the work done between SAR organisations during the second and final part of the European Regional Meeting Read more

Published: 16th November, 2022

Author: Tom Scott

IMRF highlights showcased at first part of European Regional Meeting 2022

IMRF highlights showcased at first part of European Regional Meeting 2022

Members of the IMRF community came together for the first part of the European Regional Meeting Read more

Published: 25th October, 2022

Updated: 16th November, 2022

Author: Tom Scott

Chief Executive - Appointment Brief

Chief Executive - Appointment Brief

The Trustees are delighted that you are interested in the International Maritime Rescue Federation and our Chief Executive opportunity. Read more

Published: 17th October, 2022

Author: Wendy Webster

IMRF Are Recruiting for a New Chief Executive

IMRF Are Recruiting for a New Chief Executive

Theresa Crossley, the CEO of the IMRF, will be retiring next year and the Trustees are now seeking a suitable successor to take on this challenging role. Read more

Published: 17th October, 2022

Updated: 11th November, 2022

Author: Wendy Webster

IMRF Launches Latest Version of Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual

IMRF Launches Latest Version of Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual

The IMRF has updated its Basic Rescue Boat Operator Manual and made it freely available, as part of its commitment to providing maritime SAR organisations with the latest guidance and information. Read more

Published: 13th October, 2022

Updated: 14th October, 2022

Author: Wendy Webster

IMRF Marks World Mental Health Day with Exclusive Maritime SAR Podcast

IMRF Marks World Mental Health Day with Exclusive Maritime SAR Podcast

Today, the IMRF marks World Mental Health Day and highlights the importance of talking openly and honestly about the challenges of mental health, with an exclusive podcast on the impact of mental health and wellbeing in the maritime SAR sector. Read more

Published: 7th October, 2022

Updated: 31st January, 2023

Author: Wendy Webster

#SARyouOK? - Launch Video

#SARyouOK? - Launch Video

From those working on the front-line to those working behind the scenes, maritime SAR personnel encounter unique challenges and stresses in their line of work. Read more

Published: 29th September, 2022

Updated: 31st January, 2023

Author: Wendy Webster

#SARyouOK?

#SARyouOK?

From those working on the front-line to those working behind the scenes, maritime SAR personnel encounter unique challenges and stresses in their line of work. Read more

Published: 27th September, 2022

Updated: 5th October, 2022

Author: Wendy Webster

IMRF announces nomination shortlist for this year’s IMRF Awards

IMRF announces nomination shortlist for this year’s IMRF Awards

The IMRF has announced the finalists for this year’s IMRF Awards, recognising volunteer and professional SAR personnel from around the world. Read more

Published: 23rd September, 2022

Updated: 28th September, 2022

Author: Tom Scott

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  • IMRF Forward Look Webinar - 25 January 2023 - Full Webinar

    IMRF Forward Look Webinar - 25 January 2023 - Full Webinar

    The IMRF kicked off the year with its Forward Look Webinar, which took a deep-dive into how the organisation is set to continue its vital role, in coordination with its members, to improve maritime search and rescue (SAR) capability worldwide.

  • IMRF Forward Look webinar highlights ambitious plans for 2023

    IMRF Forward Look webinar highlights ambitious plans for 2023

    The IMRF shared its exciting plans for the next 12 months in its most recent webinar.

  • #SARyouOK? - David Jardine Smith, former IMRF MRO Project Manager

    #SARyouOK? - David Jardine Smith, former IMRF MRO Project Manager

    David Jardine-Smith talks from personal experience to the IMRF about the importance of mental health and safety awareness in SAR organisations, regardless of your role in the SAR ecosystem.

  • Blog: How the NSRI's Survival Swimming Centres are saving lives in South Africa

    Blog: How the NSRI's Survival Swimming Centres are saving lives in South Africa

    We speak to Andrew Ingram, the NSRI’s Drowning Prevention Manager, about how the organisation’s innovative swimming centres provides complimentary swimming lessons in remote settings.

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  • SAR Matters: Defining Distress Continued ...

    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.

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  • WMRC - 2023 - Registration Open and Abstract Submission

    WMRC - 2023 - Registration Open and Abstract Submission

    The fifth World Maritime Rescue Congress will be held from 18–20 June 2023 in Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The Congress theme is: "Towards Sustainable Maritime SAR – Building on our History to Secure our Future."

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  • Dean Storey, Assistant Commissioner NSW State Emergency Service tells us a bit about his background and his career up to this point

    Dean Storey, Assistant Commissioner NSW State Emergency Service tells us a bit about his background and his career up to this point

    The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is an emergency and rescue service dedicated to assisting the community. It is a volunteer-based organisation providing emergency assistance to the people of NSW 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

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