International Convention on Maritime Radio Communications

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The International Convention on Maritime Radio Communications is an international treaty that establishes standardized radio communication procedures and equipment requirements to enhance safety and coordination at sea.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf international treaty
maritime safety instrument
aimsTo facilitate coordination between ships and shore stations
improve distress and safety communications at sea
standardize maritime radio communication practices
appliesTo maritime mobile service
maritime mobile‑satellite service
ships engaged in international voyages
covers distress, urgency and safety radio traffic
radio log and record‑keeping requirements
radio watchkeeping obligations on ships
routine maritime operational communications
use of designated maritime radio frequencies
hasDomain maritime radio communications
hasLegalNature binding on contracting States
hasObjective to ensure reliable ship‑to‑ship communications
to ensure reliable ship‑to‑shore communications
to ensure reliable shore‑to‑ship communications
to support search and rescue operations at sea
hasPurpose to enhance coordination at sea
to enhance safety at sea
intendedFor coast radio station operators
flag States
masters and radio operators on ships
shipowners
isPartOf international maritime safety framework
isRelatedTo Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
IMO convention
surface form: International Maritime Organization instruments

International Telecommunication Union maritime regulations
language English
regulates maritime radio equipment requirements
radio communication procedures at sea
requires implementation through national maritime legislation
inspection and certification of ship radio installations
requiresComplianceWith internationally agreed radio procedures
technical standards for maritime radio equipment
seeksTo harmonize national regulations on maritime radio
promote interoperability of maritime radio systems
reduce radio communication failures in emergencies
setsRequirementFor carriage of specified radio equipment on ships
maintenance of maritime radio equipment
operational procedures for coast radio stations
operational procedures for ship radio stations
supports coordination of maritime traffic services
exchange of safety‑related maritime information
prevention of collisions and navigational incidents

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