The SARCALL system is used by mountain rescue across the UK, as well as by partner agencies including police, ambulance, cave rescue, search dog organisations, as well as the RAF Mountain Rescue Service.
The technology – according to the SARCALL website - is designed to: “Enable users to easily interact with a range of client devices such as smartphones, tablets, PCs and terminals, to suit particular operational requirements. [It does this] through a secure web interface.”
John Hulse, who is a specialist member of Ogwen Valley mountain rescue, said: “It is currently used to log incident availability and activity, with integrated mapping and other functions. And to ensure consistent awareness for all partners in a search or rescue situation.
“I am really excited that SARCALL can now progress further with stability, new investment and expertise. I’m confident that the team at MREW will carry on the work of maintaining and developing the platform, making a positive contribution to outdoor safety and effective multi-agency working for many years to come.”
CEO of MREW, Mike Park, said: “I first came across SARCALL in 2009 and have seen it develop into a practical and essential tool ever since. After discussions with John, the trustees of MREW have decided that this purchase is a natural progression and an opportunity to secure SARCALL's future and invest in its development.”
MREW says that there are “no immediate plans for any changes to the system, nor to the contracts with end user partner organisations.”
