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What is an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon or EPIRB?
The rescueME EPIRB3 combines global 406 MHz Cospas-Sarsat rescue alerting with local AIS and Return Link Service (RLS) technology in one compact EPIRB. Designed for fast, reliable rescue, it features 48+ hours of operation, high-accuracy GNSS positioning, full IMO/SOLAS compliance, and no subscription fees for complete offshore peace of mind.
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The hours dragged on as I clung to the dinghy, drifting in the dark waters. Every sound, every movement in the distance, made my heart race. At 1:40 AM, I spotted the towering silhouette of a cargo ship, FADIQ, approaching. Relief washed over me as the crew pulled me from the water. Soon after, a vessel from the Hellenic Coastguard arrived, taking over and transporting me safely to the Port of Kalamata.
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