Arescue diver from China who made a series of underwater dives to rescue three people from a sunken cargo ship, received the 2018 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea during the IMO Awards ceremony last December. Mr. Zhong Haifeng, senior diver and deputy of the Engineering Team of Guangzhou Salvage was recognized for his tireless efforts under highly dangerous circumstances, repeatedly diving into the dark and submerged cargo hold of a ship to bring out survivors. He was nominated for the award by the Government of China. Mr. Zhong said it was an honour to be conferred the award, as a confirmation of China's efforts in search and rescue and a huge encouragement to his team and to himself.
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