Ban on Thuraya satellite phones: mandatory brand declaration and confiscation risk for unlicensed devices in Indian waters. Ban on Thuraya satellite phones requires steamer agents and masters to declare Thuraya, Iridium and similar satellite phones in the Pre Arrival Notification and in vessel stores and private property lists, specifying the brand/make. Agents must sensitize crew about the ban. Customs may inspect for usage in Indian waters and unlicensed or prohibited Thuraya/Iridium devices found in possession or use are liable for confiscation.
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Ban on Thuraya satellite phones: mandatory brand declaration and confiscation risk for unlicensed devices in Indian waters.
Ban on Thuraya satellite phones requires steamer agents and masters to declare Thuraya, Iridium and similar satellite phones in the Pre Arrival Notification and in vessel stores and private property lists, specifying the brand/make. Agents must sensitize crew about the ban. Customs may inspect for usage in Indian waters and unlicensed or prohibited Thuraya/Iridium devices found in possession or use are liable for confiscation.
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