Maritime Safety and Rescue Society

Maritime Safety and Rescue Society
SpanishSociedad de Salvamento y Seguridad Marítima
AbbreviationSASEMAR
Formation24 November 1992
Location
  • C/ Fruela 3, 28011 Madrid, Spain
Region served
Spain
Parent organization
Ministry of Transport, Mobility and Urban Agenda
Budget
€ 213 million (2023)
Staff1,534 (2023)
Websitewww.salvamentomaritimo.es

The Sociedad de Salvamento y Seguridad Marítima (literally: Maritime Safety and Rescue Society), also known as SASEMAR or Salvamento Marítimo, is a sea search and rescue agency that operates in Spain. It is the body in charge of maritime traffic control, safety and rescue operations, and protection of the maritime environment but lacks any law enforcement responsibilities. The agency runs 20 rescue coordination centers (RCC), employs a staff of 1,500, and operates a fleet of 19 vessels, 54 boats, 11 helicopters, and 4 airplanes.