192 Pages
by Routledge

160 Pages
by Routledge

The Global Maritime distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is becoming the all-embracing term for communication and data transfer between ship and shore, and ship and ship. It's a highly automated system of terrestrial satellite communications technology whose primary role is to maintain safety of life at sea. Within the next five years all vessels over 300 tonnes will be required to carry GMDSS... Read more
Equipment operation; Rules and regulations; safety, Basic maintenance; Standard radiocommunications operating procedures.

Biography

Authored by Seaton, John; Smith, Peter

'This book provides an authorititive source of reference. This book serves as a universal reference for students.' - Maritime Journal, February 1995