
The GMDSS Manual provides, in a single comprehensive publication, an explanation of the principles upon which the GMDSS is based, the radiocommunication requirements & recommendations for its implementation, the operational performance standards & technical specifications to be met by GMDSS equipment, & the procedures for & method of operation of the various radio services which form the GMDSS & the Master Plan for the GMDSS. The 2017 edition is fully updated &
Includes::• A description of the development & the concepts of the GMDSS• A description of the components of the GMDSS, the carriage requirements & the operational procedures• Excerpts from the relevant SOLAS regulations for the GMDSS• Supporting resolutions & circulars relevant to the GMDSS• The IMO performance standards & related ITU-R Recommendations giving the technical detail of the radio equipment• The Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual on Maritime Safety Information (2015)• The NAVTEX Manual (2017)• The International Safety NET Manual (2017)• The current GMDSS Master Plan giving the details of the coastal infrastructure & services provided by member administrations• Extracts from the ITU-R Radio Regulations giving the radio regulatory background. The Manual is intended for use by ship personnel, shore operators, trainers, administrations, regulators & anyone else concerned with ship communication.