GMDSS as a Data Communication Network for E-Navigation

In paper the functional requirements and the radiocommunication services of Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) in respect of the E- Navigation has been described. Some aspects of the improvement of GMDSS equipment and the utilization of the improved GMDSS as a data communication network for E-Navigation has been presented. The items relating to technical improvement of the GMDSS which should be considered as one of the discussion on the strategy plan of E-Navigation was given.