Satamatics' Ocean Alert Ship Security Alert System has been approved by the US

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Satamatics, the operator of satellite- based asset tracking and remote monitoring services, reports that its Ocean Alert Ship Security Alert System has received approval by the US Coast Guard. Following an in-depth evaluation, the US Coast Guard recognizes Ocean Alert as being in full compliance with the technological and operational requirements of its Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circulars, and that the system meets all the relevant IMO standards contained within the ISPS Code. As a result, Satamatics' Ocean Alert is now approved for use by US-flagged vessels (PRNewswire).

All ships over 500 gross tonnes are required to be equipped with a Ship Security Alert System (SSAS), which is capable of discreetly raising the alarm to the relevant authorities and tracking the vessel if the security of the vessel is compromised.

The Ocean Alert Ship Security Alert System, from Satamatics, complies fully with all SOLAS XI-2/6 mandatory regulations and performance standards for Ship Security Alert Systems. Ocean Alert SSAS provides global coverage and fully automatic roaming across all the world's ocean regions.

Does this apply to research vessels?