Inverness Coastguard Rescue Team

25/02/2026

The Inverness Team recently had the pleasure of being welcomed aboard the HM Coastguard Emergency Towing Vessel Ievoli Black while alongside in Ullapool.

The Ievoli Black is a 70-metre Emergency Towing Vessel (ETV) that fulfils the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s requirement to provide a single large ocean-going towing vessel that can respond to maritime emergencies.

The visit enabled us to conduct vertical rescue training within a live operational environment, simulating the extraction of a casualty from a restricted access area onboard. The opportunity to train in such realistic conditions provided valuable operational learning for all personnel involved.

We extend our sincere thanks to the Captain and Crew of Ievoli Black for their professionalism, cooperation, and continued commitment while patrolling the North and North West of Scotland.

Safe watch.

🟡 HM Coastguard
🔵 TO SEARCH
🔵 TO RESCUE
🔵 TO SAVE

📷 credit Lewis Forbes

11/02/2026

Today marks a sad day for Inverness Coastguard Rescue Team as we say goodbye to our exceptional 8.5-year-old L200.

Affectionately named “Oor Willie” in memory of our late Deputy Station Officer William Wilson, the vehicle has been a proud and dependable part of our team for many years. Through all weathers and countless callouts, Oor Willie has supported our volunteers in keeping our community safe.

While it’s never easy to see such an important part of the team move on, we’re pleased to know the L200 is heading to its new home with Durness Coastguard Rescue Team in the North of Scotland, where it will continue to play a vital role.

Thank you for your service, Oor Willie — you’ll always be part of the Inverness CRT family. 🚙💛

20/01/2026

🚨 Attendance Request 🚨

Yesterday at 18:10, Inverness Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked by Aberdeen MRCC to conduct a shoreline search on a section of the Moray Coast, as part of an ongoing multi-agency search operation led by Police Scotland.

This tasking saw our CRT working alongside our flank stations Nairn and Burghead. Also on scene were RNLI Invergordon Lifeboat and Coastguard Rescue Helicopter 851.

Following a thorough land, sea, and air search, with nothing untoward found, all teams were stood down and made ready for service at 23:00.

Whilst packing up, the teams were treated to an incredible performance from the Aurora Borealis 🌌

📸 Credit to Search Team Leader, Luke Clement.

Remember, if in trouble at the coast, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

🟡 HM Coastguard
🔵 TO SEARCH
🔵 TO RESCUE
🔵 TO SAVE

31/12/2025

It’s been another extremely busy year for the Inverness Team responding to 175 incidents in 2025 across the Highland Region.

We would like to wish you & yours all the very best for the forthcoming year, and may you all be safe, healthy and happy in 2026!

As you bring in the New Year, spare a thought for all the teams out there who will be as well as all of our emergency service colleagues working through the night away from their families to keep everyone else safe.

Thank you all again for your support and all the best for 2026!

In a coastal or cliff emergency dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

24/12/2025

From all of us at Inverness CRT, we wish you a Merry Christmas 🎄

Like other emergency services, our team will remain on call 24/7 throughout the holiday.

If you do visit the coastline, take care and if you require emergency assistance at the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard 📞

🟡 HM Coastguard
🔵 TO SEARCH
🔵 TO RESCUE
🔵 TO SAVE

23/12/2025

🚨 Attendance Request 🚨

Yesterday, at 1010, Inverness Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked by Aberdeen MRCC to conduct a shoreline search in the vicinity of Fort George in the Moray Firth area following the apparent activation of a vessels EPIRB.

This multi agency tasking saw our CRT working alongside our flank station, Nairn CRT, RNLI Invergordon Lifeboat, and Coastguard Helicopter, Rescue 851.

Following a thorough land, sea and air search, with nothing untoward found, the teams were stood down and made ready for further taskings shortly before 1300.

Remember, if in trouble at the coast, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard 📞

🟡 HM Coastguard
🔵 TO SEARCH
🔵 TO RESCUE
🔵 TO SAVE

12/12/2025

10/12/2025

Today, members of the team visited Cash for Kids North Scotland to drop off more than 200 gifts which were purchased by members of our dedicated team of volunteers. CRO Santa even made an appearance! 🎅

Cash for Kids North Scotland are desperately seeking more donations and have had just under 4,000 applicants with 980 left to fill but this number is expected to rise significantly 🎁

All donations need dropped off by Monday the 15th of December🎄

04/12/2025

Earlier this week our team spent an evening at the Inverness SFRS Highland Station 🚒

We took our kit and learnt about each others capabilities and equipment. This understanding and relationship is great for when we are tasked to the same shout.

30/11/2025

A well spent Sunday morning training alongside RNLI Kessock Lifeboat in the Moray Firth. These sessions are great for helping us understand each other capabilities 💪

24/11/2025

On Saturday we swapped rescue gear for wedding gear!

💍🎉 Massive congratulations to our HM Coastguard teammate on tying the knot.

Wishing you and your partner endless joy, adventure and love. Proud to celebrate with you! 🚁 🚨🌊