Ocean Signal EPIRBS/Locating Beacons

Ocean Signal EPIRBs: Advanced Rescue Beacon Technology for Mariners

When the unexpected happens far offshore, an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) can mean the difference between life and loss. Ocean Signal has earned a global reputation for designing some of the most technologically advanced and compact EPIRBs on the market — devices engineered not just to call for help, but to make sure help actually arrives faster. Browse the full range of EPIRBs and locating beacons to find the right fit for your vessel.

The rescueME and safeSEA EPIRB Lineups

Ocean Signal's EPIRB portfolio spans two flagship families. The rescueME series targets recreational, coastal, and offshore boaters with a focus on ultra-compact design, while the safeSEA series addresses commercial, fishing, and SOLAS-regulated vessels requiring rigorous compliance.

Described as the world's most compact Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon, the EPIRB1 Pro pairs its compact stature with a durable design, making it a practical option to meet the needs of all commercial, fishing, and leisure vessels. The product boasts a 10-year battery life in addition to superb operating life when activated, keeping rescue services updated with your location for longer.

Stepping up the technology, the rescueME EPIRB3 is a full-featured 406 MHz global GMDSS-approved Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon that comes with a manual release bracket and packs a host of features into a compact modern design, including AIS technology. Return Link Service (RLS) confirms your signal was received with a visual blue light, while AIS broadcasts your location to nearby vessels for dual-layered rescue.

What Sets Ocean Signal EPIRBs Apart

• Multi-Layer Rescue Technology: Once activated, the EPIRB3 Pro transmits an emergency signal to the global Cospas-Sarsat satellite rescue system and simultaneously sends out an AIS alert on VHF frequencies which can be seen immediately by any nearby vessel equipped with AIS.
• Return Link Service (RLS): The RLS signal is sent back through the Galileo satellite network to confirm that the distress message along with the precise EPIRB location and identifiers have been received. A simple flashing blue light tells users that the EPIRB has successfully connected through the satellite network. Knowing that the digital mayday has been successfully communicated helps those in distress remain calm while awaiting rescue operations.
• NFC Diagnostics: Near Field Communication (NFC) provides EPIRB diagnostics using a smartphone. Users can now check their EPIRB by connecting their smartphone to it via NFC, which launches the free Ocean Signal Product App automatically.
• Multi-Constellation GNSS: Ocean Signal beacons use multi-constellation GNSS to get a faster and more accurate location fix — even in difficult satellite conditions.
• No Subscription Fees: The international satellite network used by all 406 MHz distress beacons is operated by a coalition of global governments for non-commercial, emergency-only use — zero subscription fees.

Built to Global Standards

Ocean Signal products are designed to meet or exceed the technical requirements of the International Maritime Organisation (SOLAS), International Electrotechnical Commission standards, European Directives, United States Coast Guard standards, and many other applicable national and international rules. Ocean Signal operates within the ACR group, which has over 250 employees and three world-class R&D centres. This depth of engineering expertise translates directly into beacons that mariners worldwide trust with their lives.

Whether you are outfitting a sailing yacht, a fishing vessel, or a commercial ship, Ocean Signal's EPIRB lineup offers a solution engineered to perform when it matters most. Explore the full Ocean Signal brand page or shop all EPIRBs and locating beacons to find the right beacon for your next voyage.