A large ship sailing through rough ocean waters during a cloudy sunset or sunrise.
A black and white graphic featuring a globe with an interconnected triangle and geometric shapes.

News

Updates, Partnerships, & Articles

Welcome to IASARC News

Your source for updates on international search and rescue coordination, strategic partnerships, and Articles written by SAR experts.

News & Updates
When Every Life That Can Be Saved Is Saved: Dr. Jessie Virga joins IASARC
When Every Life That Can Be Saved Is Saved: Dr. Jessie Virga joins IASARC

“I’ve been on teams that got there too late because of a lack of coordination…and the rescue became a body recovery,” says Dr. Jessie Virga. She joins IASARC as Chief Administrative Officer to professionalize SAR coordination and ensure alerts become rescues, not recoveries. IASARC’s audacious vision: every life that can be saved is saved.

IASARC Welcomes Aboard Jean Houde of IAMSAR Solutions
IASARC Welcomes Aboard Jean Houde of IAMSAR Solutions

As a member of our Board of Directors, Jean will help guide IASARC’s strategic vision as we endeavor to advance the profession of SAR coordination.

IASARC Certification Program Framework Completed – Advancing Global SAR Standards
IASARC Certification Program Framework Completed – Advancing Global SAR Standards

The International Association of Search and Rescue Coordinators (IASARC) is proud to announce the completion of its Certification Program Framework.

The Titan Disaster & Launch the World! The Ethos of the World’s Lifesaving Rescue Coordination Centres
The Titan Disaster & Launch the World! The Ethos of the World’s Lifesaving Rescue Coordination Centres

Launch the World means not holding back, and moving heaven and Earth, when necessary, to locate those in distress and render aid. Launching the World is precisely what happened on June 18, 2023.

North Sea Collision
North Sea Collision

Our hearts go out to those affected by the recent North Sea collision.

DC Aircraft Collision
DC Aircraft Collision

Our thoughts and condolences go out to those affected by the recent aircraft collision that occurred in the DC area last night. At IASARC, we honor the dedication of first responders and those involved in search and rescue efforts

Introducing the International Association of Search and Rescue Coordinators (IASARC)
Introducing the International Association of Search and Rescue Coordinators (IASARC)

We are thrilled to announce the launch of IASARC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the professionalization of Search and Rescue (SAR) Coordination on a global scale.

Strategic Partnerships
HMCG and IASARC Start A New Chapter in Global Search and Rescue
HMCG and IASARC Start A New Chapter in Global Search and Rescue

The International Association of Search and Rescue Coordinators (IASARC) is honored to collaborate with His Majesty’s Coastguard (HMCG) in a shared effort to enhance the global search and rescue (SAR) system.

IASARC and IPSQA take a united step towards elevating the future of search and rescue operations
IASARC and IPSQA take a united step towards elevating the future of search and rescue operations

The International Association of Search and Rescue Coordinators (IASARC) is partnering with the International Public Safety Qualifications Authority (IPSQA) to establish standardized credentials.

Help Shape the Future of Search and Rescue (SAR) Training!
Help Shape the Future of Search and Rescue (SAR) Training!

Help us advance SAR technology through your generous contributions.

Strengthening the Global Lifesaving Mission: IASARC Partners with Global SAR Hub
Strengthening the Global Lifesaving Mission: IASARC Partners with Global SAR Hub

The International Association of Search and Rescue Coordinators (IASARC) is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with the French-based Global SAR Hub (GSH).

Articles
The Contemporary Problem of Search: Search and Rescue in the Digital Age
The Contemporary Problem of Search: Search and Rescue in the Digital Age

The Contemporary Problem of Search can be summed up in a word: pixels. The pixel can be collected from an aircraft, surface vessel, drone, or satellite. But how do you turn the collected pixels into actionable information that search and rescue (SAR) responders can use to save lives?

Safeguarding the World’s Sailors
Safeguarding the World’s Sailors

During an international search effort for a missing sailor who is believed to have gone overboard from the USS George Washington, a question inevitably comes to mind: What if they didn't have to search in the first place? 

A Look into the Life of a Selfless Hero 
A Look into the Life of a Selfless Hero 

Pete Comer is far too humble to accept praise or allow himself to be in the spotlight. Nevertheless, his story is worth telling, not for his benefit, but for our inspiration. 

Disney Overboard Case and Man Overboard Detection Technology
Disney Overboard Case and Man Overboard Detection Technology

The young girl who fell from the 4th deck of the Disney Dream cruise ship on June 29th was fortunate to have the world’s best man overboard (MOB) detection system on watch – a vigilant parent.