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Sistema globale di navigazione
A satellite-based navigation system such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, or BeiDou, providing worldwide position, navigation, and timing services to vessels.
Quick answer: A satellite-based navigation system such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, or BeiDou, providing worldwide position, navigation, and timing services to vessels.
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Quick answer
A satellite-based navigation system such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, or BeiDou, providing worldwide position, navigation, and timing services to vessels.
Why it matters
Sistema globale di navigazione matters because it supports clear communication in Nav contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.
Editorial context
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Definition
A satellite-based navigation system such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, or BeiDou, providing worldwide position, navigation, and timing services to vessels.
Operational example
Vessel must confirm availability of at least two independent global navigation systems before departure as required by SOLAS.
Localized term
Sistema globale di navigazione
Localized example
La nave deve confermare la disponibilità di almeno due sistemi globali di navigazione indipendenti prima della partenza come richiesto dalla SOLAS.
Definition language
English reference definition
Source
IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG
Exam relevance
- STCW
- Marlins Test
- ISF Watchkeeper
- GMDSS
Target audience
- Deck Officers
- Engine Officers
- Masters