Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards

Fire Knowledge, the publisher of FIRE magazine and organiser of the Excellence in Fire & Emergency Awards, in partnership with the Institute of Search and Technical Rescue, is pleased to introduce this brand-new awards for 2024

The Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards will recognise and celebrate the achievements of search and rescue teams, volunteers, organisations and suppliers who work so tirelessly to ensure we can respond in someone’s moment of need.

The event will celebrate those from around the world who have shown unstinting dedication to the search and rescue community and for teams and individuals who have really made a difference.

As the recent earthquake in Turkey and Syria demonstrated, the invaluable assistance provided by search rescue teams is not only life-saving but brings the global community of first responders together to help improve response to future emergencies.

Recognising the outstanding contribution of individuals, teams and organisations to the invaluable role played by those on the frontline, the Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards will shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes responding to disasters and emergencies around the world.

To be held on October 4 at One Great George Street, Westminster, the Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards is supported by the Institute of Search and Technical Rescue and will highlight the best in global response and celebrate frontline responders and those working tirelessly behind the scenes to improve disaster response and save lives.

“To be held on October 4 at One Great George Street, Westminster, the Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards is supported by the Institute of Search and Technical Rescue”

David O’Neill MBE, Operations Director of the Institute of Search and Technical Rescue, said: “From our own experience, we know that the activities of search and technical rescue are often undertaken through a selfless devotion to duty. Those choosing to work or volunteer in these activities do so for the good of others and rarely seek recognition for their actions. Therefore, holding an event that recognises the outstanding contribution of individuals, teams and organisations, who often risk their own lives and comforts for the good of others is invaluable and one in which we are delighted to be a partner.”

FIRE Editor Andrew Ledgerton-Lynch said: “I am delighted to introduce the first Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards which I am sure will be an exciting and memorable celebration of search and rescue personnel and supporters from around the world. From our experience of the Excellence in Fire & Emergency Awards – this year celebrating its tenth edition – we know that shining a spotlight on personnel is the best way to recognise everyday unsung heroes, share best practice and promote innovation and collaboration.”

Award Categories:

Technical Rescue of the Year

Search and Rescue Mission of the Year

Trauma Care of the Year

Heavy Rescue of the Year

Team of the Year

Training Provider of the Year

Innovator of the Year

Supporter of the Year

Project of the Year

Unsung Hero Award

Most Influential Individual

Lifetime Achievement

Nominations open in March – watch this space.

For more information visit fire-magazine.com or contact:

Award entries: Nikki Holmes

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Sponsorship: Cathy Clark

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Editorial: Andrew Ledgerton-Lynch

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