Maritime English
Emergency Communication

Qu'est-ce que Communication de Détresse ?

Communication de Détresse Radio transmission used to indicate that a vessel or person is in grave and imminent danger requiring immediate assistance.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Communication de Détresse” Used in Practice?

Ici navire moteur Ocean Star, Mayday, Mayday, Mayday, position 45°N 12°W, incendie en salle des machines, besoin d'assistance immédiate.

Certification Exam Relevance

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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Qu'est-ce que Communication de Détresse ?

Radio transmission used to indicate that a vessel or person is in grave and imminent danger requiring immediate assistance.

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