The International Maritime Organization's SSE 11/2 document summarizes key decisions by IMO bodies relevant to the 11th session of the SSE.
The International Maritime Organization issued revised guidelines to harmonize the requirements for Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) radio installations on ships that must comply with the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). These updated guidelines, approved at the 109th session of the Maritime Safety Committee (held from 2 to 6 December 2024), aim to clarify technical requirements and ensure consistency in the installation and operation of radio communication equipment.
Purpose of the Guidelines:
The primary goal of the updated guidelines is to provide Administrations, shipowners, ship operators, and manufacturers with clear and standardized instructions for installing GMDSS radio equipment. This ensures compliance with SOLAS Chapter IV and related IMO resolutions while maintaining international standards for safety and operational efficiency. These guidelines also address the responsibilities of marine electronics companies in ensuring proper operator training.
Scope of the Guidelines:
The guidelines apply to the installation of GMDSS radio equipment on SOLAS-compliant ships, including high-speed craft (HSC) and mobile offshore drilling units (MODUs). They also apply to certain voluntary or nationally mandated installations on smaller vessels, such as cargo ships under 300 gross tons (GT) and fishing vessels, wherever practical.
Key Features of the Guidelines:
- General Provisions:
- The guidelines
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