Iridium GMDSS Academy
Dedicated to preparing a new generation to traverse the high seas, the Iridium® GMDSS Academy provides an overview of Iridium Connected™ maritime safety services.
About The Academy
Mariners know how unpredictable the seas can be—and why reliable emergency communications make a lifesaving difference.
Recognized by the United Nations International Maritime Organization (IMO), the Iridium Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS) connects vessels and their crews even in even the world’s most remote waterways.
About The Curriculum
This free curriculum delivers an overview of the Iridium Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS) and Iridium Certus® services. As adoption of Iridium GMDSS continues aboard Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS) class vessels around the world, instructors are encouraged to integrate this content into their course material—thereby helping to prepare the next generation of seafarers in its operation, should the need arise.
Curriculum Overview
Find out what’s in the three-module Academy curriculum.
Module 1: The Iridium Network
Receive an introduction to Iridium, discover how Iridium compares to other satellite networks, learn the differences between Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary Orbit (GEO), and become familiar with Iridium Certus®—providing truly global high-speed L-band connectivity.
Module 2: Iridium GMDSS
This module explains Iridium GMDSS, highlights key features, reviews Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS) GMDSS regulations, and offers a tutorial on the features and functionality of the Lars Thrane LT-3100S—Iridium’s first GMDSS terminal.
Module 3: Maritime Security Services On Iridium
Learn about Long Range Identification & Tracking (LRIT), Ship Security Alert System (SSAS), and next-gen anti-piracy (citadel) solutions.
More GMDSS Resources
Video Tutorials
For all things Iridium GMDSS installation and use, watch our tutorial videos hosted by Iridium’s Director of Maritime Safety & Security Services, Kyle Hurst.
FAQs
For answers to your Iridium GMDSS questions, review our GMDSS FAQs.
Maritime Safety & Security
Discover more about Iridium GMDSS, LRIT, SSAS, and Ship Citadel Satellite Communications by visiting our Maritime Safety & Security page.
Iridium GMDSS In Action
In this case study, find out why one of the world’s largest rock installation vessels, M/V Simon Stevin, made the switch to Iridium GMDSS.
Join the the Malik Arctica crew as they test Iridium GMDSS through some of the roughest Arctic and Antarctic waters. Read their story.
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