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
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
We regret to announce that we have reluctantly decided to close the IMRF Bookshop with immediate effect. Read more
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
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
Next year’s WMRC is looking to display the international fleet of SAR lifeboats in Rotterdam Read more
The IMRF showcased the benefits of such a course to the ICAO/IMO JWG-SAR Read more
The IMRF has continued to support SAR organisations across Africa as part of its Global SAR Development programme in 2022 Read more
Seasons Greetings! The IMRF Secretariat will be closed for the holidays from 23 December to 2 January 2023. Read more
The IMRF’s Head of Fundraising & Projects will take over from Theresa Crossley in February 2023. Read more
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
ICE-SAR, the maritime SAR organisation of Iceland, will adapt the IMRF resource to meet its unique operating and training requirements Read more
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
IMRF highlights the work done between SAR organisations during the second and final part of the European Regional Meeting Read more
Members of the IMRF community came together for the first part of the European Regional Meeting Read more
The Trustees are delighted that you are interested in the International Maritime Rescue Federation and our Chief Executive opportunity. Read more
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
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
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
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
The IMRF has announced the finalists for this year’s IMRF Awards, recognising volunteer and professional SAR personnel from around the world. Read more
Global waterjet technology developer HamiltonJet is once again sponsoring this year’s #WomenInSAR award to promote diversity within maritime SAR Read more