New Maritime Radio Rules Now in Effect in South Korea

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On June 23, 2025, South Korea’s National Radio Research Agency (RRA) issued a notification revising the technical standards for maritime radio equipment. This amendment aims to enhance maritime safety by eliminating outdated provisions and harmonizing Korea’s standards with international regulations. The revision took effect immediately, and equipment certified or authorized under previous rules remains valid.


Key Highlights:

  • Relaxed SAR Transmitter Requirements: Technical requirements for Search and Rescue (SAR) location transmitters have been eased and clarified with diagrams, aligning them with international standards.
  • EPIRB AIS Support Mandated: Satellite Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) are now required to support the Automatic Identification System (AIS).
  • Clear Occupied Bandwidth Specifications for Ship Stations: Occupied bandwidths are now clearly defined as 16 kHz for 25 kHz channel spacing and 8.5 kHz for 12.5 kHz spacing.
  • ITU Compliance for Autonomous Devices: Message elements such as identification numbers and navigational status must now comply with International Telecommunication Union (ITU) recommendations.
  • VHF Channel 70 Clarified: Very High Frequency (VHF) Channel 70 is now clearly designated for Digital Selective Calling (DSC) use only.


If you have any questions or would like more information about today’s update on radio equipment, please don't hesitate to contact GCA KOREA. We’re here to support your successful entry into the South Korean market as an overseas manufacturer.



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