Nautical Term: MSI
Definition of MSI
Maritime Safety Information, often abbreviated as MSI, refers to essential information disseminated by national and international maritime authorities to promote safety at sea. This information includes warnings of navigational hazards, marine weather forecasts, and instructions for complying with regulations and procedures.
For example, a Maritime Safety Information bulletin may advise mariners to avoid a specific area of the ocean due to the presence of an underwater volcano that has the potential to generate dangerous waves. The bulletin may also provide recommendations for alternative shipping routes and contact information for additional sources of Maritime Safety Information.
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