GMDSS Radio Surveys

GMDSS is essential for maritime safety, enabling distress alerting, search and rescue coordination, and general communications. Regular surveys are mandated by IMO SOLAS regulations to verify that your radio equipment functions optimally in emergencies. Our services help prevent downtime, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance operational efficiency. With a focus on NSR Marine’s innovative and MED-approved equipment, we offer support for systems that are robust, user-friendly, and globally certified.

Our GMDSS Radio Survey Services

Our ClassNk, DNV and Lloyds Register certified engineers conduct thorough surveys on a wide range of equipment and systems. We operate in major Australian and regional ports, delivering onboard and shore-based services with minimal disruption.

Key services include:

• Annual GMDSS Radio Inspections and Testing: Thorough performance checks on VHF, MF/HF radios, and DSC (Digital Selective Calling) facilities to confirm operational integrity.
• AIS (Automatic Identification System) Surveys: Verification of AIS transponders for accurate vessel tracking and collision avoidance.
• EPIRB (Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon) and SART (Search and Rescue Transponder) Testing: Battery checks, signal verification, and functionality tests to ensure reliable distress signalling
• VDR/SVDR (Voyage Data Recorder/Simplified Voyage Data Recorder) Annual Performance Testing (APT): Data integrity assessments and system diagnostics.
• LRIT (Long Range Identification and Tracking) and SSAS (Ship Security Alert System) Inspections: Compliance testing for global tracking and security alerts.
• Shore-Based Maintenance (SBM) Agreements: Customized contracts for ongoing maintenance, priority servicing, and issuance of SBM certificates to comply with SOLAS requirements.

We utilise advanced testing tools and fly-away spare kits to address issues on-site, reducing vessel downtime.

Expertise with NSR Marine Products

ARA Marine is proud to offer specialised survey and maintenance services for NSR Marine’s high-quality GMDSS equipment, known for its compliance with MED (Wheelmark), CCS, RS, and VR certifications.

NSR products integrate seamlessly into modern vessel systems, and our surveyors are trained to handle:

• NSR NVR-3000 VHF Radio (Class A): Full GMDSS-compliant VHF with voice and DSC capabilities, ideal for A1-A4 sea areas.
• NSR NTW-1000 Portable Two-Way VHF: Rugged, waterproof handheld units meeting GMDSS standards for survival craft communications.
• NSR NHR-1500 MF/HF Radio: Advanced MF/HF DSC systems for long-range distress and routine communications.
• NSR NGT-200 GMDSS Tester and NST-200 SART Tester: On-site testing tools for efficient verification of EPIRBs, SARTs, and other safety devices.
• Supporting NSR Equipment: Including NAVTEX receivers (NVX-1000), VDR systems (NVR-9000), GPS units (NGR-1000), and antennas (NVA-100, NGA-100) for complete system surveys.

Our familiarity with NSR’s product line ensures precise diagnostics, repairs, and certifications, helping you maintain peak performance from these cost-effective, innovative solutions.

Compliance and Approvals

All ARA Marine surveys are performed in accordance with IMO SOLAS Chapter IV regulations and are approved by leading classification societies. We issue detailed reports and certificates upon completion, including SBM documentation where applicable. Our processes adhere to the highest quality standards, ensuring your vessel meets global maritime safety requirements.