Otesat expands into safety services

Otesat expands into safety services

Monday, 15 October 2012 | Communications & Cyber Security

Otesat-Maritel has expanded its portfolio through the addition of GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) annual radio survey and VDR / SVDR performance testing services.

These surveys are mandatory according to IMO (International Maritime Organization) rules and the rules of various countries’ national authorities.

The company will provide its customers with GMDSS annual radio survey services including AIS (Automatic Identification System), SSAS (Ship Security Alert System), EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio) as well as VDR / SVDR (voyage data recorder) Annual Performance Tests (APT).

Otesat-Maritel says that the services will be provided in all major shipping centres, on ships registered to the international recognised leading classification societies with VDR / SVDR terminal equipment from major manufacturers.

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