Global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS)

GPTKB entity

Statements (46)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf television channel
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:International_Maritime_Organization
gptkbp:enables real-time communication
gptkbp:enhances maritime safety
crew safety
gptkbp:facilitates international maritime communication
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS)
gptkbp:improves response time to maritime emergencies
gptkbp:includes gptkb:Digital_Selective_Calling_(DSC)
VHF radio
NAVTEX
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs)
Search_and_Rescue_Transponders_(SARTs)
gptkbp:isBasedOn GMDSS_regulations
gptkbp:isConnectedTo global positioning systems (GPS)
gptkbp:isCriticizedFor maritime navigation
maritime operations
safety at sea
gptkbp:isEvaluatedBy safety audits
drills and exercises
gptkbp:isIntegratedWith other safety systems
gptkbp:isMonitoredBy maritime safety agencies
gptkbp:isPartOf SOLAS Convention
global maritime safety framework
gptkbp:isPromotedBy international maritime organizations
gptkbp:isRecognizedFor fishing vessels
cargo ships
passenger ships
yachts over a certain size
gptkbp:isSubjectTo international treaties
regulatory oversight
gptkbp:isSupportedBy training programs
satellite systems
coastal radio stations
VHF radio networks
gptkbp:isUpdatedBy technological advancements
gptkbp:isUsedBy government agencies
maritime authorities
search and rescue organizations
maritime operators
gptkbp:operates 1999
gptkbp:provides automated distress alerts
gptkbp:providesAccessTo emergency services
gptkbp:reduces risk of maritime accidents
gptkbp:requires GMDSS_equipment
gptkbp:uses satellite communication