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Manual for Use by the Maritime Mobile and Maritime Mobile-Satellite Services (Maritime Manual)

Manual for Use by the Maritime Mobile and Maritime Mobile-Satellite Services (Maritime Manual)

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2024   Publication Notice with Order Form

The Manual for Use by the Maritime Mobile and Maritime Mobile-Satellite Services is published in accordance with Article 20 (No. 20.14) of the Radio Regulations and results from studies carried out in the ITU-R since 2008. Volume 1 provides descriptive text of the organization and operation of the GMDSS and other maritime operational procedures, while Volume 2 contains the extracts of the regulatory texts associated with maritime operations.

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What's New in the 2024 Edition:

  • New Digital Format: All ITU Maritime Service Publications are now available in a digital format. Users can download and access publications through a desktop application designed for ease of use and enhanced search capabilities.
  • CD / USB Formats: While the digital format is now the primary method of distribution, USB and CD-ROM format are still available. For more details, visit the formats page.
  • Registering your digital or physical publication (QR code scan), it generates a certificate valid for port inspections.

Official Announcement: For more insights, refer to the Official Announcement.

Available inCD/DVD   paper   electronic file   usb key
Other editions:   2020   2016