Research into visual detection and locating aids by the DGzRS

What is the IMRF’s Global Maritime SAR Forum (GMSF)?

GMSF is the world’s leading platform bringing the global SAR community together to exchange ideas, explore innovation, and learn from real-world experience - all with one shared goal: improving maritime search and rescue.

Each month, IMRF members can join a live virtual session featuring expert presentations, new technologies, practical insights, and open discussions where you can connect, question, and collaborate with SAR professionals from around the world. Can’t make a session? All presentations are available afterwards in the members-only area of our website.

These sessions are an exclusive benefit for IMRF members. If your organisation isn’t yet part of the IMRF community but would like to take part in the GMSF, visit our membership page to learn more and complete an application. Join us and be part of shaping the future of global SAR.

If you have a presentation idea or would like to present a topic, please contact Roly Mckie.

The next GMSF is on 29th June 2026, at 1.30pm UTC

Topic: Research into visual detection and locating aids by the DGzRS

Presenter: Thomas Lubcke, Head of Research and Development, German Maritime Search and Rescue Service. 

THIS EVENT IS FOR MEMBERS ONLY 

IF YOU ARE A MEMBER, GO TO THE MEMBERS ONLY AREA OF THE WEBSITE AND REGISTER

IF YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER AND WOULD LIKE TO JOIN THE IMRF, GO TO OUR MEMBERS AREA HERE

The recording of the last GMSF webinar from the 14th April 2026 is now available for members only. 

Topic: Electric Propulsion in SAR craft

Presenter: Mike Hammond, Superintendent of Marine Rescue New South Wales, Australia

FOR THE RECORDING PLEASE GO TO THE MEMBERS AREA ON THE WEBSITE