The IMRF joined experts in Geneva to discuss the legal, operational, and technological challenges of protecting victims of maritime incidents at sea during armed conflict, as part of its work to strengthen global maritime SAR. Read more
Experts from across the maritime, legal and humanitarian sectors gathered in Geneva for a joint IMRF and ICRC tabletop exercise, examining how maritime search and rescue can be sustained during armed conflict, and helping to shape future international guidance. Read more
The IMRF hosted a webinar on the impact of armed conflict at sea, exploring challenges for maritime SAR, civilian protection, and updates to the San Remo Manual for modern conflicts. Read more
The IMRF is working with the Institute of International Humanitarian Law, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Norwegian Red Cross to update the San Remo Manual, aiming to reinforce and clarify legal protections for SAR personnel and operations during armed conflicts at sea. Read more