Intellian Technologies has opened its new GMDSS Development Centre in Busan, South Korea.
The centre is dedicated to advancing Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) solutions, including the development of GMDSS VHF and MF/HF radio systems and NAVTEX.
The first products are expected to launch in 2025.
Intellian’s expansion into GMDSS radio solutions builds on the company’s development of GMDSS Safety Display Terminals announced last year for Inmarsat and Iridium,
The new GMDSS radios from Intellian will include medium frequency (MF) and high frequency (HF), and very high frequency (VHF) systems.
A NAVTEX (navigational telex ) solution is also being developed.
The NAVTEX international automated system is used on ships to distribute maritime safety information (MSI) including navigational warnings, weather forecasts, weather warnings, and search and rescue notices.
We are providing our partners and maritime customers with the ability to meet all their communication needs through Intellian.
Eric Sung
“The development of GMDSS systems represents an exciting new chapter for Intellian,” said Eric Sung, CEO of Intellian Technologies.
“By integrating GMDSS systems into our product portfolio, we are providing our partners and maritime customers with the ability to meet all their communication needs through Intellian.”
He added: “The establishment of the GMDSS Development Centre in Busan, supported by R&D teams in HQ and the L-band Center of Excellence in London, underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality GMDSS products that will set a new standard in maritime safety.”
Intellian is a provider of multi-constellation satellite user terminals and communications solutions.
The GMDSS, overseen by the United Nations’ International Maritime Organisation (IMO) under the Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS) convention, is a critical regulatory framework designed to protect seafarers worldwide.
GMDSS mandates essential global maritime safety requirements, including radio and satellite communications, for vessels over 300 gross tons and passenger ships carrying more than 12 passengers on international voyages.
