Marine Rescue Technologies

08/26/2026

Today marks MRT's annual audit. It's not our favourite day of the year, but Smithers makes it fun!

Jokes aside, we are proud to be an ISO company in the purchase and distribution of marine safety equipment as well as the design and development of AutoCrew - our personnel tracking and muster software for both offshore and onshore work industries.

As a small family business, we are dedicated to serving our customers to the highest possible standards. Maintaining ISO compliance keeps quality and continuous improvement top of mind day in, and day out.

with ISO - International Organization for Standardization

08/24/2026

Have you heard of Class M but have questions about what it really means and how you're affected?

We hope our latest article can help clear up some confusion and point you in the right direction.

Read the full article on our website! https://marinerescuetechnologies.com/class-m-regulation-explained-what-every-boater-needs-to-know-about-the-new-ais-mob-rules/

07/02/2026

Summer is in full swing, water lovers. Whether you’re a lone fisherman or a solo sailor heading offshore, the safety bundle helps to answer the question: What happens if I go overboard and can’t call for help? For many people on the water, this is a real fear and for good reason.

We hope our Safety Bundle in partnership with sMRT and Datrex, Inc. will make recreational marine safety straightforward, actionable, and attainable so more people can feel confident on the water.

Read more about it in our latest article and reach out with any questions you have! And for our US customers, FCC approval is still pending on the sMRT ALERT, but is expected very soon!

06/18/2026

What do soccer and marine safety equipment have in common? Not much until now! Thank you Sebastian Daily for publishing our exciting news!

For anyone in need of marine safety equipment - whether you're a soccer player, sailor, lone fisherman, or captain of an offshore crew - we're here to help!

Sebastian company equips floating World Cup soccer pitch with safety gear ⚽️

SEBASTIAN — A Sebastian marine safety company has outfitted a floating soccer pitch and fan zone in Seattle with equipment designed to handle man-overboard emergencies during the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Marine Rescue Technologies consulted on U.S. Coast Guard requirements and delivered the gear that helped the barge-based venue on Elliott Bay pass inspection. The setup, built atop a maritime vessel, gives fans and players a first-of-its-kind waterfront soccer experience powered by Lenovo.

The safety package included Markus MOB scramble nets, Reach and Rescue ultralight telescopic poles, WeatherDock easyONE maritime survivor locating devices and Datrex life rings approved by the Coast Guard.

Those tools let response teams reach and recover people quickly if they end up in the water.

“It’s the type of equipment you hope never to use, but you need to have it,” said Michael Ritchie, president of Marine Rescue Technologies Inc. “We’re proud to be a small part in making this exciting fan zone possible. We love soccer and are especially glad the floating fan zone will be available to kids for free play. All my kids grew up playing soccer in Sebastian and it means a lot to know that the RAVE Foundation is committed to providing access for underserved kids. What a wonderful initiative.”

Seattle Reign FC and Seattle Sounders FC, along with the RAVE Foundation, made the floating field possible. It serves as the symbolic 52nd mini soccer field in the foundation’s statewide building program. Kids under 14 can use it for free during designated play days.

Founded in 2003, Marine Rescue Technologies focuses on marine safety and man-overboard recovery systems. The company got its start with personal locator beacons and now serves clients around the world from its base on Florida’s Treasure Coast.

05/29/2026

MRT is proud to be a sponsor of the 32nd Annual Blue Water Open! Sebastian's Charity Offshore Fishing Tournament is happening this weekend and proceeds go towards Sebastian Exchange Club's mission of ending childhood abuse.

We're happy to support our local community and will be following the action offshore! with Sebastian Exchange Club - Home of the Blue Water Open

Thank you

03/31/2026

We're featuring the Markus Emergency Ladder as one of the most versatile and necessary solutions we provide. Whether you're a solo sailor, a recreational fisherman, or operating crews and vessels offshore , this ladder can help keep you and your people safe.

It fits any vessel and any fixing length. Reach out today to find out which model and length you need!

www.marinerescuetechnologies.com/contact/

03/16/2026

Marine rescue happens in many ways - all important and inspiring.

Who's supporting you to stay safe at sea? Reach out to ensure your plans are backed by the latest technology and proven rescue solutions.

Book your free consultation at www.marinerescuetechnologies.com/contact

At Mahia Beach in New Zealand, a rare and remarkable rescue unfolded in the ocean.

A mother pygmy s***m whale and her calf repeatedly stranded on the shore after becoming disoriented by a sandbar just offshore. A Department of Conservation worker and several locals spent more than an hour trying to guide the whales back to sea, but each attempt failed. The whales kept returning to the beach.

Then something unexpected happened.

A bottlenose dolphin known locally as Moko appeared near the struggling whales. Witnesses reported that the dolphin approached the pair and began swimming alongside them. Soon after, the whales followed.

Moko escorted them about 200 metres along the shoreline to the end of the sandbar. There, the dolphin turned sharply through a narrow channel and guided the mother and calf back into deeper water and out to sea.

Human rescuers had tried for more than an hour without success. The dolphin managed it in minutes.

After that moment, the whales were not seen again in the area, suggesting they safely returned to the open ocean.

Images are generated by AI and for demonstration purposes only.

Source: AFP. (2008). Dolphin saves two stranded whales in New Zealand. Reuters/AFP News Report.

03/11/2026

Read our latest article on Markus Lifenet Ltd. upcoming Lloyd's Register Type Approval.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/markus-mob-recovery-system-set-receive-lloyds-w6eje

We're here to discuss how the Markus Scramble-net series type SCN can serve your safety at sea!

03/02/2026

🤔 How well do you know your MOB recovery devices?

Using the right equipment directly impacts a successful MOB recovery.

Swipe through to check your understanding and maybe learn something new.

Then, tell us: How well equipped are you?

Reach out to us today for expert help on choosing the best recovery device for your situation!