Setting a new benchmark in safety

The new safety terminal will become the standard Inmarsat Maritime product for the next generation Fleet Safety service, opening up a digital era of safety services to improve both preventative and reactive communications.

“We’re particularly proud of the development of this new GMDSS terminal and to have been entrusted by Inmarsat to develop this major innovation to their maritime safety portfolio. It’s a testament to our great partnership with Inmarsat, developing solutions that are innovative and reliable for customers all over the world,” said Eric Sung, CEO of Intellian Technologies Inc.

“For our customers from shipyards to those going through a system upgrade, they’ll be able to have a complete Intellian solution on board.”

Safety milestone

The new safety terminals will fulfil the requirements and performance standards of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), as part of a range of maritime SOLAS approved ship borne equipment including Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), Long-Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) system and Ship Security Alert System (SSAS).

In addition to offering reliable access to Fleet Safety services, which includes an innovative Maritime Safety Information interface, the terminal features a Distress Chat function among its enhanced capabilities.

This function automatically alerts the nearest Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in case of an emergency on board, ensuring swift and coordinated response efforts. It also notifies nearby vessels, creating a network of support during critical situations.

“This development represents a significant milestone in enhancing the safety of seafarers & passengers worldwide, and it underscores Inmarsat’s commitment to providing innovative and reliable solutions for the maritime industry and protecting lives at sea,” said Peter Broadhurst, senior vice president safety & regulatory, Inmarsat Maritime.