Authorized GMDSS Radio Surveys & Annual Performance Testing in Mombasa
Complying with global safety conventions requires mandatory statutory surveys and inspections of a vessel's Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) equipment. When your ship requires an endorsed radio survey or Annual Performance Testing (APT) while calling at the Port of Mombasa, administrative speed and recognized certification are critical. Since 2011, Mombasa Ship Services has coordinated certified GMDSS radio surveys and safety radio inspections for international commercial fleets.
We connect shipowners and chief officers with authorized radio inspectors approved by major classification societies and national administrations. Whether your vessel needs an initial safety radio survey, periodic endorsement inspections, or mandatory APT for EPIRBs and SARTs, our technical coordination desk ensures rapid boarding, rigorous testing, and immediate certificate issuance to keep your port stay uninterrupted.
Comprehensive Radio Survey & Testing Scope
GMDSS equipment must operate flawlessly under emergency conditions, demanding rigorous statutory checks. Our specialized service scope covers:
MF/HF Radio Installation Testing: Evaluating transmitter output power, frequency stability, DSC calling/reception capability, and antenna insulation resistance across distress frequencies.
VHF DSC Transceiver Verification: Testing dual-watch performance, digital selective calling functionality, and integrated GNSS position input accuracy on all marine VHF channels.
EPIRB & SART Annual Testing: Conducting diagnostic checks on 406MHz Emergency Position-Indicating Radiobeacons and Search and Rescue Transponders using dedicated radio testers, verifying battery expiration dates and hydrostatic release units.
Two-Way Portable VHF & NAVTEX Checks: Inspecting portable survival craft radios and testing NAVTEX receiver message printing and signal sensitivity.
Why Superintendents Choose Our Radio Survey Services
Managing statutory safety surveys requires trusted credentials and flawless administrative coordination. Mombasa Ship Services eliminates compliance risks through:
Established Maritime Expertise (Est. 2011): Over 15 years of operational continuity in Mombasa ensures smooth scheduling with port authorities and classification surveyors.
Class-Approved Inspectors: We deploy certified radio surveyors whose inspection stamps and test reports are fully recognized by ABS, DNV, LR, BV, and other major classification bodies.
Immediate Certificate Issuance: Standardized testing protocols allow for fast certificate generation, preventing costly departure delays at berth or anchorage.
Survey Workflow
Step 1: Request & Scheduling: Submit your vessel particulars, statutory renewal window, and equipment inventory to our 24/7 technical desk.
Step 2: Onboard Inspection: Certified radio inspectors board the ship with calibrated radio test sets to perform live transmission and distress signal trials.
Step 3: Certification & Sign-Off: Test sheets are validated, statutory certificates are issued, and endorsement documentation is delivered for your safety management files.
Contact Our Technical Desk
Ensure full compliance with SOLAS safety regulations. Contact Mombasa Ship Services today to schedule your GMDSS radio surveys and annual performance testing via ops@mombasashipservices.com or our instant WhatsApp channel.