# iamsarsolutions.com > At IAMSAR Solutions, our mission is to elevate global Search and Rescue capability through standardized training, innovative tools, and world-class expertise. We bring organizations together under a unified SAR standard, empowering teams to operate with precision, confidence, and seamless interoperability. Every service we offer strenghtens readiness, reduces uncertainty, and ultimately helps save lives faster. ## Posts - [UK Overseas Territory annual meeting in Miami](https://iamsarsolutions.com/uk-overseas-territory-annual-meeting-in-miami/): IAMSAR Solutions was graciously invited by the UK MCA to attend the UK Overseas Territory annual meeting in Miami, Florida this week. Representatives from 17 Overseas Territories are attending this prestigious event. With SAR training as an important theme, we provided the audience with valuable information on our SAR courses which we deliver onsite at their own location. This also fosters collaboration on SAR training between different stakeholders in an effort to standardize SAR best practices across the UK OT. Making a difference. - [SAR Mission coordinator training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/sar-mission-coordinator-training/): Come join a group of international SAR professionals attending this multinational SAR Mission Coordinator training in Canada. Benefit from an immense cultural exchange coupled with advanced SAR training. Seating is limited so reserve now. Contact jean@iamsarsolutions.com to secure your spot on this exciting course! - [Para Marine SAR unit](https://iamsarsolutions.com/para-marine-sar-unit/): The IAMSAR Solutions team is in Pickering, Ontario Canada with the Para Marine SAR unit. We are pleased to have been selected by this group of elite maritime SAR volunteers to provide a 2-day introduction to the Fundamentals of Search and Rescue. Delivered on the week-end to accommodate their schedule, this course covers a lot of topics from the SAR system globally, basic SAR operations, search patterns, search techniques, flare sightings, maritime incidents and search planning, Cospas-Sarsat satellite detections, liaising with the Rescue Coordination Centre, Global Maritime Distress Safety System, the search effort and a lot more. Our extraordinaire Chief […] - [NEWS RELEASE: FREE ONLINE SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING](https://iamsarsolutions.com/news-release-free-online-search-and-rescue-training/): 18 July 2025Wellington, Ontario, Canada Back by popular demand, we’re excited to announce another free online search and rescue (SAR) training session! This course, based on our Fundamentals of Search and Rescue (FSAR) syllabus, covers a wide range of critical topics designed to enhance global SAR capabilities. Course Topics Include: The training will be conducted in English by our knowledgeable aeronautical and maritime SAR Mission Coordinators. Who Can Attend? Participation is limited to one representative per SAR-related organization free of charge. However, organizations that wish to send additional participants can request spots for a nominal fee of $200 USD per additional participant. All fees collected will be donated […] - [ARCC Latvia SAR training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/arcc-latvia-sar-training/): November 23, 2024  The IAMSAR Solutions team completed another Search and Rescue (SAR) training session with the Latvian State Border Guard (LSBG). This marks our fifth year training this organization. The LSBG is also responsible for aeronautical SAR, making the SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) course highly relevant to their operations. Students emerge with a clearer understanding of the five stages of a SAR incident and how to respond effectively at each stage. Mr. Robert Landriault, our Chief Training Officer and super instructor, once again delivered a stellar experience, as attested by the glowing course critiques from the students. Congratulations to all! - [JRCC Curacao SAR training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/jrcc-curacao-sar-training/): November 23, 2024 The IAMSAR Solutions team completed another Search and Rescue (SAR) training session with the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) in Curacao. This is our third year training this organization via a multitude of courses. The Maritime Search Planning (MSP) course is a follow-up to the SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) course; students learn how to calculate drift and the movements of objects in the water using both manual and computerized methods. This ensures JRCC Curacao personnel determine the most optimized search area for persons in trouble within their area of responsibility. Our instructor, Mr. Derek Niles, is a seasoned Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy maritime SAR Mission […] - [Bahrain Civil Aviation Authority SAR training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/bahrain-civil-aviation-authority-sar-training/): November 23, 2024 The IAMSAR Solutions team delivered another SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) course to the Bahrain Civil Aviation Authority. In addition to the standard course curriculum, this is a special 4-week course that includes an additional week of practical exercises and simulations using our brand-new Search and Rescue Mission Management Software – IMSAR, developed in exclusive partnership with TechnoSciences Inc. of Maryland, USA. The next stage is the development of critical thinking through a variety of scenarios where the students must come up with optimized search areas, tasking areas, and SAR patterns to address the specific conditions of each situation. This includes determining the proper track spacing for a […] - [Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard multi-year SAR training contract](https://iamsarsolutions.com/dutch-caribbean-coast-guard-multi-year-sar-training-contract/): November 23, 2024  IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has signed a multi-year training agreement with the Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard (DCCG). This 4-year contract includes the onsite delivery of a multitude of SAR courses specifically designed for JRCC Curacao personnel and their area of responsibility. Our cadre of highly skilled instructors will provide numerous courses, such as the: This initiative is part of an excellent, ongoing relationship with the Minister of Defence and the State of the Netherlands to standardize SAR services across the Curacao/Aruba/Bonaire region for both aeronautical and maritime incidents. The DCCG is highly committed and extremely serious about ensuring an unparalleled SAR response service […] - [Maritime accidents forensic analysis- New Zealand](https://iamsarsolutions.com/maritime-accidents-forensic-analysis-new-zealand/): November 23, 2024  The IAMSAR Solutions team was instrumental in the reconstruction of a maritime SAR incident off the coast of New Zealand where the vessel “Enchanter” and his master were the subject of legal proceedings following the loss of many lives. Our team performed advanced forensic analysis of both forward and backward maritime drift modeling, delayed Cospas-Sarsat 406 MHz beacon data transmission, and surviving witness testimony. Following our 2-year investigation, Mr. Derek Niles appeared before the Court to articulate our findings, supported exclusively by facts and scientific data, with razor-sharp clarity. Our contribution led to the exoneration of the master of all […] - [Brunei maritime Week 2024](https://iamsarsolutions.com/brunei-maritime-week-2024/): November 23, 2024  The IAMSAR Solutions team has been invited to participate in the Brunei (that is in SouthEast Asia) Darussalam Maritime Week Annual event. Our CEO Mr. Jean Houde had the opportunity to address the vast audience on search and rescue training, best practices and new software. Our SAR reach extends to all corners of the planet. We keep making a difference! - [Qatar SAR training multi-year contract](https://iamsarsolutions.com/qatar-sar-training-multi-year-contract/): November 23, 2024  IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has entered into a long-term contractual agreement with TechnoSciences (TSi) of Maryland towards the continued provision of SAR training to the personnel from the Doha JRCC (DJRCC) in Qatar. The multiple training sessions will be delivered at TSi HQ in Lanham, MD over the course of 4 years. Once again, we bring standardization of SAR services no matter where it takes place. Our presence in the Middle-East has become very pronounced and grows steadily; our alliance with TSi yields an unparalleled one-stop SAR service to all types of RCCs. - [Royal British Virgin Islands Police SAR training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/royal-british-virgin-islands-police-sar-training/): IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has signed an agreement with the Royal British Virgin Islands Police towards the provision of SAR training for its personnel. Like many of our courses, this one is delivered onsite in Tortola, BVI to a cadre of police officers and organizations responsible for SAR in this region. This initiative helps standardize the SAR response across the whole BVI and its many stakeholders to reduce the “Search” out of “Search and Rescue”. Our work continues. - [ICAO North America Central Caribbean SAR workshop](https://iamsarsolutions.com/icao-north-america-central-caribbean-sar-workshop/): November 23, 2024 IAMSAR Solutions was recently invited to attend the ICAO NACC SAR workshop held in Mexico City, Mexico. This was a first for a private corporation to be asked to attend such a prestigious meeting related to SAR across the whole Caribbean nations. Our President, Mr. Jean Houde, attended this event and provided valuable SAR training to the audience of 20+ countries. Additionally, in a continuous attempt to standardize SAR on a global scale and in partnership with TSi of Maryland, USA, Jean offered free trial licenses access to our incredible SAR Mission Management System IMSAR. The event organizer, Mr. Eddian Mendez from […] - [Thailand SAR training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/thailand-sar-training/): November 23, 2024 13 Sept 2024, Bangkok, Thailand – The IAMSAR Solutions team completed another SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) course, delivered as usual in person at the client’s location. This time, veteran Canadian SMC instructor Mr. Marc Beaumier had the pleasure of training a cadre of personnel from both JRCC Bangkok and the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand. This 3-week course included academic information, practical segments, and complete simulations using our very own RCC SAR software – IMSAR, developed in exclusive partnership with TechnoSciences Inc. of the USA. Another successful mission! - [ICAO Europe Asia pacific SAR workshop](https://iamsarsolutions.com/icao-europe-asia-pacific-sar-workshop/): November 23, 2024 IAMSAR Solutions was recently invited by ICAO to attend the ICAO Europe Asia Pacific SAR Workshop in Baku, Azerbaijan. We are extremely honoured to participate and present at this prestigious event. This recognition highlights our ongoing SAR training efforts and underscores how the private sector plays a vital role in helping States develop their SAR response through a standardized global approach. - [ARCC Belgium SAR training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/arcc-belgium-sar-training/): November 23, 2024 The IAMSAR Solutions team completed a 4-week SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) course delivered onsite in Beauvechain to the personnel of ARCC Belgium. This course was specifically designed for the organization, featuring practical segments and simulations tailored to their area of responsibility and the typical incidents they encounter. The SMC course was preceded by a 1-week Aviation Fundamentals module, which is equivalent to basic pilot license ground school. In this module, instructor extraordinaire Mr. Daniel Chicoyne provided all instruction, drawing upon his vast aviation experience as an accomplished pilot on no fewer than nine different types of aircraft, as well as years of experience […] - [UNITED NATIONS PARTNERSHIP](https://iamsarsolutions.com/united-nations-partnership/): April 15, 2022 IAMSAR SOLUTIONS is pleased to announce it has entered a long-term agreement with the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (UN MINUSMA) for the provision of aviation search and rescue (SAR) training services. This multi-year contract, in exclusive partnership with the United Arab Emirates Gulf Center for Aviation Studies (GCAS), ensures a continuous supply of high-quality SAR training for the personnel of Bamako, Mali, in better performing their functions as aeronautical SAR Mission Coordinators (SMC). Mr. Jean Houde, CEO, commented on this new partnership: “We are tremendously excited at this historic opportunity to work alongside the United Nations in […] - [Belgium ARCC and MRCC Fundamentals of SAR training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/belgium-arcc-and-mrcc-fundamentals-of-sar-training/): October 20, 2022  IAMSAR Solutions recently completed a virtual FSAR course to a group of 15 students from both organizations. Students learned about the SAR system nationally and internationally, the basics of aeronautical and maritime incident prosecution, the role of a Rescue Coordination Centre and more. This is part of an ongoing international continuous effort to standardize SAR for the benefit of everyone. Well done to the Team! - [HONEYWELL AND IAMSAR SOLUTIONS](https://iamsarsolutions.com/honeywell-and-iamsar-solutions/): November 27, 2022 IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has been selected by Honeywell Global Tracking to provide all search and rescue training related to the 2022 contract award by the Government of Canada to Honeywell for the replacement of the search and rescue mission management system. This new system, SARMaster 600, will replace the Legacy platform in place since 1997 at all Canadian Joint Rescue Coordination Centers and Maritime Rescue Sub-Centers. The IAMSAR Solutions team possesses the necessary subject matter expertise and global training experience to ensure comprehensive training sessions will take place at both the user and […] - [KENYA MARITIME RESCUE COORDINATION CENTRE TRAINING](https://iamsarsolutions.com/kenya-maritime-rescue-coordination-centre-training/): February 26, 2023 IAMSAR Solutions recently completed another SAR training session for a group of students from MRCC Mombasa. This additional course is part of a long-term commitment contract to institute a new level of SAR training and standards for Kenya. The students experienced the full Canadian winter effect by attending a course in Sudbury Ontario where they had the opportunity to snowmobile, ice fish and other winter activities. Another success story! - [HONEYWELL GLOBAL TRACKING AND CANADA SEARCH AND RESCUE](https://iamsarsolutions.com/honeywell-global-tracking-and-canada-search-and-rescue/): February 26, 2023 IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has obtained a contract from Honeywell to provide search and rescue training to all personnel from Canadian Joint Rescue Coordination Centers (JRCC) and Maritime Rescue Sub Centers (MRSC). As Canada is migrating to the new Honeywell SARMaster 600 SAR Mission Management System, IAMSAR Solutions is in charge of providing Conversion Training to all existing JRCC/MRSC SAR Mission Coordinators. Personnel from Trenton Ontario, Quebec city Quebec, Victoria British Columbia, Halifax Nova Scotia and St John New Brunswick are trained via a traveling road show by our team of highly skilled SAR […] - [DUTCH CARRIBEAN COAST GUARD JRCC CURACAO TRAINING](https://iamsarsolutions.com/dutch-carribean-coast-guard-jrcc-curacao-training/): February 26, 2023 The IAMSAR Solutions team is delivering its first SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) training session to the personnel of JRCC Curacao. This is part of an effort to standardize training and procedures for the Curacao SAR area of responsibility. This custom-tailored course, like all our SAR training offerings, includes: The Course Director, Mr. Jean Houde, CEO and Chief Standards Officer of IAMSAR Solutions, is onsite in Willemstad - [United Nations, Belgium, Latvia SAR training contracts](https://iamsarsolutions.com/united-nations-belgium-latvia-sar-training-contracts/): February 26, 2023  Due to its undisputed worldwide reputation as a leader in SAR training, IAMSAR Solutions continues to secure numerous SAR training contracts with organizations around the globe. Here is the recent volley of engagements in the short term: Contact us to begin discussions for your - [Curacao Maritime Search Planning](https://iamsarsolutions.com/curacao-maritime-search-planning/): April 17, 2024 February 2024 – IAMSAR Solutions completed another Maritime Search Planning (MSP) course session for JRCC Curacao personnel. Delivered onsite, the MSP course primarily focuses on maritime SAR activities from the initial onset of a maritime distress incident until the conclusion of a mission. This course is a necessity for anyone involved in: The course consists of detailed theoretical and practical elements of maritime search planning, utilizing both manual and software-based methods. The team used the RPS SARMAP software during simulations, thanks to an agreement with TetraTech. - [Qatar Doha JRCC SAR workshop](https://iamsarsolutions.com/qatar-doha-jrcc-sar-workshop/): April 17, 2024 The IAMSAR Solutions team just returned from Doha, Qatar, after completing a 5-day training and workshop on Cospas-Sarsat and international SAR. President and CEO Mr. Jean Houde was assisted by Chief Training Officer Mr. Robert Landriault in addressing over 120 attendees from 29 countries in multiple languages. The training sessions included: The event was a huge success, as attested by the overwhelming accolades from both event organizers and international participants. We wish to thank the State of Qatar and the Doha Joint Rescue Coordination Centre for placing their confidence in us. SAR is our only business, and we know what we are talking about. Do you want to hold a similar event in your region? - [Netherlands Coast Guard and SAR training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/netherlands-coast-guard-and-sar-training/): April 17, 2024  IAMSAR Solutions is already in its 4th year of partnership with the Dutch Coast Guard. We recently completed another round of SAR training to the JRCC DenHelder personnel. This collaboration is a tribute to the success of our company in providing quality SAR training delivered by highly skilled subject matter experts. We keep making a difference everywhere we go! - [Belgium Fundamentals of SAR course](https://iamsarsolutions.com/belgium-fundamentals-of-sar-course/): April 17, 2024  The team is currently engaged in delivering an online FSAR course to personnel from both MRCC Oostende and ARCC Brussels in Belgium. This entry-level course is ideal for laying a solid SAR foundation for those who are unfamiliar with the concept. We are now in the third year of our ongoing relationship with both organizations, as there is a continuous need for high-quality SAR training. The work continues! - [Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand and SAR training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/civil-aviation-authority-of-thailand-and-sar-training/): April 17, 2024 IAMSAR Solutions recently delivered another excellent course to the personnel of CAAT. Mr. Daniel Chicoyne shared all his SAR knowledge in Bangkok via the SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) course. This course is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of aeronautical and/or maritime search and rescue (SAR) activities as part of the SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) responsibilities under a Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC), an Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre (ARCC), or a Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC). It primarily focuses on all SAR activities from the initial onset of an incident until the conclusion of a mission. The course includes extensive academic instruction, practical hands-on exercises, and a […] - [FREE SAR training- Help standardize SAR](https://iamsarsolutions.com/free-sar-training-help-standardize-sar/): April 17, 2024   As part of our charitable work towards improving SAR on a global scale, the IAMSAR Solutions team is pleased to announce a free 2-day online SAR training seminar, scheduled for 14 and 15 May 2024. We are allowing one representative per organization to attend this session. Qualifying organizations include: Registration is required. - [IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has engaged into a long-term strategic partnership with TechnoSciences Inc. (TSi)](https://iamsarsolutions.com/iamsar-solutions-is-pleased-to-announce-it-has-engaged-into-a-long-term-strategic-partnership-with-technosciences-inc-tsi/): July 2, 2024  IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has engaged in a long-term strategic partnership with TechnoSciences Inc. (TSi), a world leader in the development, production, and distribution of COSPAS-SARSAT ground segment components such as Local User Terminals (LUT) for LEOSAR, MEOSAR, and GEOSAR satellites. Together, both companies are offering a complete solution for all Rescue Coordination Centres (RCCs) and Mission Control Centres (MCCs) throughout the world. This alliance combines the advanced technical knowledge of TSi with IAMSAR Solutions’ skilled SAR subject matter expertise. We have developed a brand-new SAR Mission Management System named IMSAR, which is intelligent, intuitive, and innovative. This new platform, designed by SAR Mission Coordinators for SAR Mission Coordinators, addresses the needs […] - [Marine Mobile facility course](https://iamsarsolutions.com/marine-mobile-facility-course/): November 23, 2024  IAMSAR Solutions hosted a free online SAR training seminar on 14-15 May 2024, focused on the basics of SAR. We had an overwhelming response from participants worldwide, with over 90 representatives from 76 different SAR organizations in attendance. This was a tremendous success, as attested by the endless positive feedback obtained from the participants. This course was designed to raise awareness of the duties and responsibilities of a Rescue Coordination Centre (RCC) and the SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC). We are making a difference, one country at a time. - [FREE Online SAR course- 76 organizations attended worldwide!](https://iamsarsolutions.com/free-online-sar-course-76-organizations-attended-worldwide/): November 23, 2024  IAMSAR Solutions hosted a free online SAR training seminar on 14-15 May 2024, focused on the basics of SAR. We had an overwhelming response from participants worldwide, with over 90 representatives from 76 different SAR organizations in attendance. This was a tremendous success, as attested by the endless positive feedback obtained from the participants. This course was designed to raise awareness of the duties and responsibilities of a Rescue Coordination Centre (RCC) and the SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC). We are making a difference, one country at a time. - [IMRF membership](https://iamsarsolutions.com/imrf-membership/): November 23, 2024 We are pleased to announce that we have been accepted as part of the International Maritime Rescue Federation. Our contribution to the world of aeronautical and maritime SAR does not go unnoticed. - [Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) located in Den Helder, Netherlands](https://iamsarsolutions.com/joint-rescue-coordination-centre-jrcc-located-in-den-helder-netherlands/): June 15, 2020  For immediate release. PICTON ONTARIO CANADA. IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement with the Government of The Netherlands to provide SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) training to its personnel in relation to the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) located in Den Helder, Netherlands. A team of instructors will prepare and deliver in Den Helder a tailor-made 3-week course for this JRCC. The IAMSAR Solutions team is very excited to add The Netherlands to its list of current search and rescue (SAR) clients. - [International Law Enforcement Training (ILET)](https://iamsarsolutions.com/international-law-enforcement-training-ilet/): July 3, 2020  For immediate release PICTON ONTARIO CANADA. IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement with the International Law Enforcement Training (ILET) corporation to provide search and rescue (SAR) training as part of web-based podcasts on law enforcement. These free seminars provide important knowledge on the satellite-aided search and rescue system knows as COSPAS-SARSAT. This helps law enforcement agencies worldwide better understand how the satellite-based detections occur and respond more rapidly to distress beacon activations. The IAMSAR Solutions team is very excited to add ILET to its list of current search and rescue (SAR) […] - [Terra Nova Defense Solution](https://iamsarsolutions.com/terra-nova-defense-solution/): September 9, 2020 For immediate release PICTON ONTARIO CANADA. IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement with Terra Nova Defense Solution ( https://terranovadefensesolutions.com/) to provide training including search and rescue (SAR) training related to the use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). In partnership with the CEO of Terra Nova Mr. James Castle, IAMSAR Solutions further expands its training reach to include unmanned aircraft operations across a wide spectrum. The IAMSAR Solutions team is very excited to add Terra Nova Defense Solution to its list of current search and rescue (SAR) partners. - [Global Emergency Medical Service](https://iamsarsolutions.com/global-emergency-medical-service/): September 19, 2020  For immediate release. PICTON ONTARIO CANADA. IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce that it has joined the Not-For-Profit organization Global Emergency Medical Service- Emergency Response Team (GEMS-ERT) and GEMS- Emergency Services Training Team. Mr. Jean Houde, CEO of IAMSAR Solutions Inc, sits on the Board of Directors of GEMS-ERT as Secretary. GEMS-ERT offers a myriad of SAR courses in the aeronautical, maritime and land SAR environment plus several services to emergency management. You can find out more about GEMS-ERT at the following link: https://gems-ert.org/ IAMSAR Solutions has teamed up with high-level experts in the field of SAR to […] - [4 year SAR Mission Coordinator training contract- The Netherlands](https://iamsarsolutions.com/4-year-sar-mission-coordinator-training-contract-the-netherlands/): April 20, 2021 NEWS RELEASE Picton, Ontario Canada. IAMSAR Solutions, a global provider in Search and Rescue (SAR) training services, is pleased to announce its long term provision of continuous SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) training to personnel of the Netherlands Coast Guard. IAMSAR Solutions has reached a 4-year contractual agreement with the administrator of the Coast Guard, The Netherlands Ministry of Defence – Joint Support Command.   The IAMSAR Solutions SMC course is based on international standards and recommendations found in the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), world SAR benchmarks and subject matter expertise from […] - [Belgium Aviation Search and Rescue Training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/belgium-aviation-search-and-rescue-training/): November 28, 2021 Picton Ontario Canada. IAMSAR Solutions entered an agreement with the Belgium Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre for the provision of Search and Rescue training to its personnel. The Fundamentals of Search and Rescue (FSAR) was delivered via online platform to a group of students located in Brussels. The course was a success to the satisfaction of all participants and marks the beginning of a long relationship between the two organizations. - [Latvia ARCC SAR Mission Coordinator training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/latvia-arcc-sar-mission-coordinator-training/): November 28, 2021 Picton Ontario Canada. IAMSAR Solutions once again provided a 3-week SAR Mission Coordinator training to the ARCC Latvia personnel. This is an ongoing commitment to train the ARCC students to the highest standard. Attendees emerged with a solid understanding of their duties in the effective prosecution of an aeronautical SAR incident. We look forward to continuing this excellent long term relationship between our organizations. - [UAE Cospas Sarsat search and rescue training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/uae-cospas-sarsat-search-and-rescue-training/): November 28, 2021 Picton Ontario Canada. IAMSAR Solutions entered into an agreement with Khawarizmi Training Solutions of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates to provide virtual training related to the satellite-based search and rescue system known as Cospas Sarsat. This online course aims at providing students with an in-depth understanding of this critical and complex component of the Global Aeronautical Distress Safety System. - [JRCC Den Helder SMC Training Oct 2021](https://iamsarsolutions.com/jrcc-den-helder-smc-training-oct-2021/): November 28, 2021 Picton Ontario Canada. IAMSAR Solutions has recently completed another successful delivery of our mobile-based SAR Mission Coordinator course to JRCC Den Helder personnel located in the Netherlands. This 3-week session included participants from JRCC Curacao and ARCC Brussels. A tremendous opportunity to foster international collaboration between related SAR agencies. - [The SAR Mission Coordinator must be relentless and never give up](https://iamsarsolutions.com/the-sar-mission-coordinator-must-be-relentless-and-never-give-up/): January 9, 2022   Citation from the Canadian Coast Guard:On 12 Dec 2021 at 0117hrs Zulu time, JRCC Trenton was notified by Canada Mission Control Centre (CMCC) of a COSPAS-SARSAT alert indicating a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) activation off Cuba registered to a Canadian vessel. After an initial investigation, the SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) in charge of the incident determined the sailboat owner is a Canadian from British Columbia. SMC authority was transferred to the Cuban Border Guard, who thereafter searched the areas with negative results. Not satisfied of this answer, JRCC Trenton staff pursued their investigation and contacted USCG in […] - [SAUDI ARABIA PARTNERSHIP](https://iamsarsolutions.com/saudi-arabia-partnership/): February 24, 2022  IAMSAR Solutions of Canada is pleased to announce that it has entered into a partnership agreement with Saudi Arabia based Falcon Wings Aviation Academy (FWAA) to provide search and rescue (SAR) training for the Saudi Air Navigation Services (SANS). IAMSAR Solutions will provide multiple specialized tailor-made SAR Mission Coordination (SMC) courses to SANS personnel who are responsible for aeronautical search and rescue in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The training sessions are based on international publications such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) manual, the International Civil Aviation Organization […] - [JRCC DEN HELDER SMC TRAINING](https://iamsarsolutions.com/jrcc-den-helder-smc-training/): February 24, 2022 The IAMSAR Solutions team is once again in The Netherlands to provide another SAR Mission Coordinator course to the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) Den Helder personnel. This is part of the ongoing 4-year contractual commitment to deliver multiple outstanding tailor-made courses each year with a view towards universal standardization of personnel. This partnership with the Dutch Ministry of Defense signals enduring trust in the company and a solid commitment to excellence. - [SMC TRAINING TO BELGIUM RCCs](https://iamsarsolutions.com/smc-training-to-belgium-rccs/): February 24, 2022 IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with both Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Oostende and Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre (ARCC) Brussels to provide a Joint SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) course to their personnel. This is an unprecedented initiative where two distinct and separate organizations from the same country join together to create a new national standard of training for Belgium aeronautical and maritime search and rescue incidents. This collaboration by both MRCC and ARCC clearly indicates a genuine desire to offer the best possible SAR services for its customers. Like all […] - [Kenya MRCC comes to Canada](https://iamsarsolutions.com/kenya-mrcc-comes-to-canada/): April 1, 2022 IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has reached an agreement with the Government of Kenya for the provision of SAR Mission Coordinator training. Two groups of students form the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Mombasa are coming to Canada in 2022. Course outline includes academic training, practical exercises plus exciting visits to the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) Trenton and the Canadian Mission Control Centre (CMCC) Trenton. This event marks the beginning of a long term partnership between both organizations. - [British Virgin Islands and Search and Rescue](https://iamsarsolutions.com/british-virgin-islands-and-search-and-rescue/): April 1, 2022 IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has reached a formal agreement with the Virgin Island Shipping Registry (VISR) for the provision of search and rescue training. VISR engaged a process in 2021 to open a new Rescue Coordination Centre as per its United Kingdom Overseas territory SAR mandate. IAMSAR Solutions has been chosen as the provider for select SAR courses which include the Fundamentals of SAR (FSAR) and SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC). FSAR will take place in BVI while SMC training will take place in Canada. This ongoing partnership will assist VISR to develop a fully […] - [IAMSAR SOLUTIONS and the United Kingdom Overseas Territories](https://iamsarsolutions.com/iamsar-solutions-and-the-united-kingdom-overseas-territories/): April 1, 2022  At the request of the United Kingdom and Her Majesty’s Coastguard, IAMSAR Solutions was invited to attend a SAR workshop for the United Kingdom Overseas Territories (OT). This meeting was held in Miami, Florida during the week of March 21st 2022 where multiple representatives from the Cayman islands, Turks and Caicos, Bermuda, Anguilla, British Virgin Islands and Montserrat attended. Additionally, personnel from the United States Coast Guard and the International Civil Aviation Organization took part in this event. Mr. Jean Houde, CEO IAMSAR Solutions, addressed the audience for a full afternoon where critical topics such as the […] - [Curacao SAR Mission Coordinator training](https://iamsarsolutions.com/curacao-sar-mission-coordinator-training/): April 1, 2022  IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to report it has reached an agreement with the Dutch Ministry of Defense for the provision of SAR Mission Coordinator training for the Joint rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) Curacao personnel. This 3-week course will be delivered onsite in Curacao by our resident subject matter experts. This engagement further cements the excellent relationship between The Netherlands and IAMSAR Solutions in establishing a standard of training across Dutch territories wherever they may be. - [Canadian Coast Guard (CCG)](https://iamsarsolutions.com/canadian-coast-guard-ccg/): June 2, 2020  For immediate release. PICTON ONTARIO CANADA. IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement via its sister company Zenith Rescue Inc. (www.zenithrescue.com) with the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) in relation to the development of a Concept of Operations (ConOPs) related to the usage of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS). The expertise of IAMSAR Solutions in the world of maritime SAR coupled with extensive authority in the use of RPAS for SAR yields a unique blend of required technological and practical experience for the CCG. This ConOps will pave the way for the upcoming […] - [FEHM Entity Sdm BHD of Malaysia](https://iamsarsolutions.com/fehm-entity-sdm-bhd-of-malaysia/): December 10, 2019   For immediate release. PICTON ONTARIO CANADA. IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement with FEHM Entity Sdm BHD of Malaysia and Honeywell Global Tracking (HGT) of Canada to provide user-level training on the Honeywell SARMaster Legacy software and also conduct a modified SAR Mission Coordinator training for the personnel of the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA). A team of instructors will prepare and deliver in Kuantan, Malaysia a tailor-made 2-week course for MMEA. The IAMSAR Solutions team is very excited to add FEHM and MMEA to its list of current search and […] - [Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT)](https://iamsarsolutions.com/civil-aviation-authority-of-thailand-caat/): October 7, 2019 For immediate release. PICTON ONTARIO CANADA. IAMSAR Solutions is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) to provide SAR Mission Coordinator (SMC) training to its personnel acting as regulators for the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) Bangkok in Thailand. A team of instructors will prepare and deliver a tailor-made 3-week course for the CAAT to better assist it in carrying out its duties as SAR regulator for aeronautical and maritime SAR in Thailand. 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