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Usage of Thurava, Iridium and other such Satellite Communication in Indian Waters-reg
Applicable to:
Ship-owners, ship-masters, ship-agents, ship-operators, and other stakeholders
Effective Date:
Immediate
Superseded Circulars:
DGS Order No. 02 of 2012 dated 17.05.2012
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Iridium Satellite Usage
Iridium satellite equipment can now be used in Indian Territorial waters under certain conditions.
- a) Equipment must be registered and certified as per the ship's flag rules.
- b) Usage is exclusive for Maritime Radiocommunications relating to Distress and Safety, Search and Rescue, and receiving Maritime Safety Information (MSI).
- c) IMEI number must be declared in the Pre-Arrival Notification on Security (PANS).
2. Thuraya Ban Continues
Thuraya satellite equipment is still banned in Indian Waters.
3. Compliance and Penalties
Unauthorized usage of banned satellite equipment may result in prosecution under Indian Wireless Act and Indian Telegraph Act.
Important Note
All stakeholders are required to strictly comply with this DGS Order.
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