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Global Maritime Distress Safety System

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Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Trailer

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GMDSS/Global Maritime Distress and Safety System

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NMSA Launches PNG's First Global Maritime Distress and Safety System

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National Maritime Safety Authority Launches Global Maritime Distress and Safety GMDS System

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Global Maritime Distress and Safety System

The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is an internationally agreed-upon set of safety procedures, types of equipment, and communication protocols used to increase safety and make it easier to rescue distressed ships, boats and aircraft.
    • History 

    • Components of GMDSS 

    • GMDSS sea areas 

    • Licensing of operators