Coastal nations bordering the Baltic and North Seas, alongside Iceland, have raised a significant alarm within the international maritime sector regarding increasing dangers to navigation. They underscored that contemporary maritime transport heavily relies on the dependability of satellite-based navigation systems.
The coalition, consisting of 14 countries including the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, highlighted the growing reliance of global shipping on satellite-provided data for positioning, timing, and navigation. This dependency has made the uninterrupted operation of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) crucial, as it serves not just as a technical enhancement but as a vital safety necessity.
The group specifically pointed out emerging safety concerns linked to interference in European waters, particularly in the Baltic Sea. They attributed these disruptions to actions by the Russian Federation, warning that such interference compromises the safety of international maritime operations.
These coastal states emphasized the essential role of GNSS signals in ensuring safe navigation, as well as the precise timing required for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). Their joint statement reflects a pressing need for vigilance and cooperation to safeguard maritime navigation amidst these escalating threats.
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