Due to the nature of a vessel fire and the unique firefighting actions that may be required, fire and rescue services may need to request specialist advice and equipment, which can come from:
- Marine tactical advisers requested through the Fire and Rescue Services National Co-ordination Centre (NR Fire Control)
- Specialist teams that are available in neighbouring or nearby fire and rescue services, such as declared fire and rescue marine response (FRMR) teams
- Specialist equipment
- Insurers
- Vessel owners
- Salvage companies
- Port or harbour authorities
- Environmental agencies
- His Majesty’s (HM) Coastguard