GMDSS - SafetyNET

Written by Lại Trường Thọ Monday, 06 April 2009 12:59

SafetyNET is a broadcast service of Inmarsat-C's Enhanced Group Call (EGC) system. The EGC system (Figure below) is a method used to specifically address particular regions or groups of ships. Its unique addressing capabilities allow messages to be sent to all vessels in both fixed geographical areas or to predetermined groups of ships.