A benchmark new GMDSS safety display terminal

Planned for launch in Q4 2024, the GMDSS safety terminal will utilise the Iridium network which is supported by a unique constellation of 66 cross-linked L-band satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

“Traversing vast distances across our oceans, seafarers encounter numerous challenges. Anything from ship failures to medical emergencies to adverse weather conditions,” said Eric Sung, CEO of Intellian Technologies Inc.

”The new Iridium GMDSS satellite safety terminals we’re developing are lifelines between ship and shore. Iridium brings reliable and truly global GMDSS services to the market for the first time ever, making critical safety services available anywhere on the globe. It’s an exciting journey ahead, as we develop this GMDSS solution together and bring it to market next year.”

Weather resilient

The LEO network provides reliable coverage around the globe, including the entire Arctic and Antarctic areas, which only Iridium GMDSS serves. 

Using Iridium’s network, the Intellian GMDSS safety terminal features several purpose-built with some unique capabilities including maritime safety information, safety voice and a one-touch distress alert function.

The Intellian GMDSS terminals will also support SSAS and LRIT, as well as the full range of Iridium Certus standard services including voice and broadband data. Iridium GMDSS distress alerts are automatically routed to a Rescue Coordination Centre (RCC) based on the location of the vessel.

Alternatively, a user may pre-select an RCC of their choice. Nearby vessels can also be alerted and called directly, enabling them to potentially offer faster assistance to those in distress.

Additional features for the GMDSS solution include distress alert relay, shore-to-ship distress calling, medical assistance and reporting of dangers or debris.