GMDSS SURVEY SERVICE
Professional GMDSS Survey & Radio Inspection for Vessels
The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is a vital communication network designed to ensure the safety of vessels and crew at sea. Ships must maintain fully operational distress and safety communication equipment to comply with international maritime regulations. Our marine electronics specialists provide professional GMDSS survey, testing, and certification services to ensure your vessel remains compliant with international safety standards and operational at all times. We support vessels calling at UAE ports and international waters, delivering reliable inspections, testing, maintenance, and certification of all GMDSS communication equipment.
GMDSS Equipment Testing and Inspection
During the survey, our engineers inspect and test a wide range of marine communication equipment, including:
VHF DSC Radio Systems
MF/HF Radio Communication Systems
NAVTEX Receivers
Satellite Communication Terminals
EPIRB – Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
SART – Search and Rescue Transponder
AIS – Automatic Identification System
Battery backup and power supply systems
Each system is carefully tested to ensure reliable operation during emergency situations.
Importance of GMDSS Surveys for Vessels
Regular GMDSS surveys are essential to maintain safe vessel operations and regulatory compliance.These inspections ensure that ships can send distress alerts, receive weather warnings, and communicate with rescue authorities anywhere at sea.
Key benefits include:
Compliance with international maritime safety regulations
Improved emergency communication capability
Reduced risk of equipment failure at sea
Avoidance of port state control deficiencies
Enhanced safety for crew and vessel operations
Our GMDSS Survey Services
We support surveys and inspections in coordination with major classification societies including:
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK / NKK)
Lloyd’s Register (LR)
DNV
- Bureau Veritas (BV)
ANNUAL GMDSS SURVEY
The annual GMDSS survey verifies that all distress and safety communication equipment is fully operational and compliant with SOLAS requirements. Our engineers conduct a detailed inspection and functional testing of all GMDSS components installed onboard.
SHORE BASED MAINTENANCE (SBM)
Shore-based maintenance is an approved service required by SOLAS for vessels that rely on external maintenance instead of carrying spare radio equipment onboard.
Our technicians perform:
Functional testing of GMDSS equipment
Preventive maintenance
Performance verification
Troubleshooting and repairs
Certification and documentation
RADIO COMMUNICATION SURVEY
Our radio survey ensures that all marine communication systems operate efficiently and meet international safety requirements. The survey confirms that vessels are capable of transmitting distress alerts and receiving maritime safety information in all sea areas.
Need a GMDSS Survey for Your Vessel?
Our certified marine engineers provide fast, reliable, and compliant GMDSS survey services across UAE ports and worldwide shipping routes. Contact our team today to schedule your vessel inspection and ensure your communication systems remain fully operational and compliant.
Aramaic International Marine Service
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