IEC CHN-03

(IEC/R News)

Congratulations to the Hong Kong China Search and Rescue Team (HKGSART, CHN-03) for successfully passing the INSARAG External Classification (IEC) in Hong Kong, China, between 16–20 March 2026! CHN-03 is the 61st INSARAG-classified team globally and the 3rd classified team from China. This recognition affirms the exceptional skill and commitment to international search and rescue […]

IER UAE-01

(IEC/R News)

Congratulations to the United Arab Emirates (UAE USAR TEAM) (UAE-01) Team for successfully passing the INSARAG External Reclassification (IER) in Abu Dhabi, UAE, between 07-13 February 2026! This recognition affirms the exceptional skill and commitment to International Search and Rescue of the team. The INSARAG Secretariat extends its most sincere congratulations.

IER FRA-03

(IEC/R News)

Congratulations to the 7th French Battalion For Civil Protection (FRA-03) Team for successfully passing the INSARAG External Reclassification (IER) in France, between 26-30 January 2026! This recognition affirms the exceptional skill and commitment to International Search and Rescue of the team. The INSARAG Secretariat extends its most sincere congratulations.

Letter of Remembrance and Appreciation.

(Global News)

On 6 February 2026, AKUT Search and Rescue Association issued a Letter of Remembrance and Appreciation to the INSARAG community, marking the anniversary of one of the most devastating disasters in Türkiye’s history. The message pays tribute to international Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) teams that rapidly deployed from around the world, leaving their homes […]

IEC OMA-01

(IEC/R News)

Congratulations to the Oman Team (OMA-01) for successfully passing the INSARAG External Classification (IEC) from Medium to Heavy, between 06-10 December 2025. This recognition affirms the exceptional skill and commitment to International Search and Rescue of the team. The INSARAG Secretariat extends its most sincere congratulations.