What is an MMSI Number, and how do I obtain one?
The acronym MMSI stands for Maritime Mobile Service Identity. Sometimes called a “DSC Number”, an MMSI is a 9-digit code that can be programmed into certain types of radio equipment, such as a marine radio with Digital Selective Calling (DSC). All INMARSAT satellite terminals use an MMSI number as the heart of their identification string, and the numbers are also used by 406Mhz EPIRB’s (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons). When programmed into marine radio equipment, an MMSI provides a unique, internationally standardized number to identify the vessel. Description provided by: marinecomputer.
The acronym MMSI stands for Maritime Mobile Service Identity. Sometimes called a “DSC Number”, an MMSI is a 9-digit code that can be programmed into certain types of radio equipment, such as a marine radio with Digital Selective Calling (DSC). All INMARSAT satellite terminals use an MMSI number as the heart of their identification string, and the numbers are also used by 406Mhz EPIRB’s (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons). When programmed into marine radio equipment, an MMSI provides a unique, internationally standardized number to identify the vessel.
