The issues of maritime radiocommunication on the WRC-19

Abstract

The article presents maritime radio communication issues being the subject of the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC) meeting in 2019, including issues related to the modernization of Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). The preparation process for WRC‐19 have been presented. The discussed issues were described from the substantive side as well. Finally, the position of IMO in relation to the maritime issues have been discussed. Some aspects of the World Radiocommunication Conference meeting in 2023 (WRC‐23) were also presented.