Understanding Boat Communications
Publisher: Sheridan House
Published: April 2006
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 106
ISBN-13: 9781574092295
Subjects: Sailing; Wireless communication systems; Ships & Shipbuilding - Repair & Maintenance; Transportation; Ships & Shipbuilding - Engineering; Ships & Shipbuilding - Small Boat Maintenance and repair; Electronics in navigation; Mobile communication systems
First sentence: The primary function of GMDSS is to coordinate and facilitate Search and Rescue (SAR) operations, by both shore authorities and vessels, with the shortest possible delay and maximum efficiency.