WMRC brings together the global maritime SAR community to exchange operational experience, strategic perspectives, innovation and real-world learning — strengthening search and rescue worldwide.
Behind every rescue at sea is a global community of people committed to saving lives — often in increasingly complex and demanding conditions.
From volunteer crews and rescue organisations to technology providers, policymakers and operational leaders, maritime search and rescue relies on collaboration, shared learning and continuous development.
As risks evolve and expectations grow, no single organisation can meet these challenges alone.
WMRC creates a unique opportunity for the global SAR community to come together, exchange experience, strengthen capability and build the partnerships that help save lives at sea — today and in the future.
To strengthen the global SAR system, WMRC 2027 focuses on Interconnected streams that connect leadership, governance and long-term development with operational insight, learning and real-world experience, ensuring relevance, collaboration and continuous learning across every level of maritime SAR.
Building on insights from the IMRF Global SAR Review
Turning maritime SAR expertise into collective influence
Strengthening continuous learning across the global SAR community
WMRC 2027 creates a global meeting place for organisations contributing to innovation, preparedness and operational development across maritime SAR.
WMRC brings together the organisations, technologies and expertise shaping the future of maritime search and rescue. From operational capability and preparedness to innovation, systems and frontline performance, the exhibition environment is designed for organisations contributing to the continued development of maritime SAR worldwide.
WMRC is made possible through a limited number of partners supporting international collaboration, operational learning and the continued development of maritime SAR. As a partner, your organisation becomes part of a trusted international platform led by IMRF and the Swedish Sea Rescue Society — connecting operational leaders, innovators and decision-makers from across the global SAR community.
