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Distress beacons

When travelling by land, sea or air, a GPS-equipped distress beacon can mean all the difference in an emergency situation.
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Changes to EPIRB laws for domestic commercial vessels

From 1 January 2021, new laws covering the carriage of emergency position indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) will apply to certain types of domestic commercial vessels.

Register your beacon and find out more

Register your beacon or find out more information about our purchasing and looking after you beacon.

Maritime mobile service identity information

Find out whether you need a maritime mobile service identity information number to help identify your vessel in an emergency or distress situation. Apply online, set up your system and get licenced.

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