What is a VHF Marine radio?

A VHF Marine Radio uses Very High Frequency transmission to broadcast voice for communication between a vessel and a transceiver, which could be another boat, a handheld VHF receiver, or a station on land.

VHF Radio uses ‘Channels’ that allow simple broadcast frequencies to be used in Simplex (one-way) or Duplex (two-way) communication.

While the VHF Radio itself does not need to be licenced or registered with the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), the Operator of the Radio requires a Certificate of Proficiency.

In other words: you can buy a radio now, install it, and use it once you receive the license.

Here is a perfect example of an ultra compact yet powerful Marine transceiver: ICOM M330GE.

25 Watts, waterproof, constant channel 70 monitoring (even while you operate on other channels!).

And best of all: Made in Japan.

Comes with microphone, mounting bracket and the GSM antenna.

Note: I only stock the GE model which comes with built in GPS Receiver.

Yes the radio comes with an Australian Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) form. You will apply for your MMSI number with your license.