Global Maritime Distress and Safety System

Ftron delivers full-scale GMDSS services including installation, annual radio survey, and fault rectification. We support VHF, MF/HF, DSC, Inmarsat-C, EPIRB, SART, and NAVTEX systems. Certified by major classification societies, our radio engineers attend vessels globally including UAE, India, Singapore, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Egypt.

GMDSS Equipment Range

📻 VHF with DSC
🌐 MF/HF Radio with DSC
🛰️ Inmarsat-C & FleetBroadband
📡 NAVTEX Receiver
🆘 EPIRB – Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
🚨 SART – Search and Rescue Transponder

🔧 GMDSS Console Troubleshooting
🛠️ Power Supply Checks & Battery Inspection
📋 Shore-Based Maintenance Contracts (SBM)
📞 Talk-Back and Intercom Systems
🖧 Antenna Tuning & VSWR Testing
🧰 IMO & SOLAS Compliance Setup

Certified GMDSS Support

Annual Radio Survey

Class-approved GMDSS radio surveys with full compliance report for SOLAS vessels.

Equipment Installation

Certified installation and commissioning of GMDSS equipment with antenna tuning.

SBM & Fault Repair

Shore-Based Maintenance contracts, 24/7 fault repair, and emergency attendance.

Our GMDSS Services Include:

🔧 Radio Installation & Fault Diagnosis
📶 Antenna SWR & Power Output Testing
🛠️ Battery & Charger Check for GMDSS
🛰️ Inmarsat-C Commissioning & Polling Setup
📻 VHF/MF/HF Setup with DSC
📋 SBM Certificate Issuance

Supported GMDSS Brands

✔️ JRC, Furuno, Sailor, Icom, Thrane & Thrane, Samyung
📋 Certified by ABS, DNV, BV, ClassNK, IRS
🛰️ GMDSS Integration with ECDIS/VDR
🔗 NMEA & RS422/485 Interfaces
🌍 24/7 Remote Support and Coordination

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is GMDSS?
GMDSS is the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System — a standardized international system for ship-to-shore communication and emergency alerts.

2. Is a GMDSS survey mandatory?
Yes, all SOLAS-compliant vessels must undergo annual GMDSS radio surveys by class-approved technicians.

3. What equipment is covered in GMDSS?
It includes VHF, MF/HF, Inmarsat-C, NAVTEX, EPIRB, SART, and power backup systems.

4. What is Shore-Based Maintenance (SBM)?
SBM ensures continuous operational support for GMDSS equipment through certified service providers.

5. Can you repair GMDSS systems onboard?
Absolutely. Our engineers provide onboard repairs and replacement of all GMDSS equipment globally.

6. What if my EPIRB or SART fails during inspection?
We offer immediate replacements and programming to ensure compliance and functionality.

7. Do you support all brands?
Yes, including JRC, Furuno, Sailor, Samyung, Icom, and Thrane & Thrane among others.

8. Can you issue SBM certificates?
Yes, we provide SBM certificates under class-approved service agreements.

9. Where do you provide service?
We operate across UAE, India, Singapore, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Egypt, with vessel attendance at short notice.

10. How do I book a GMDSS service?
Email us at service@ftron.net with your vessel’s details and location for quick assistance.