0294 - BTI Maritime Services

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0294 - BTI Maritime Services

A promotional film showcasing coastal and maritime radio services provided by BTI Maritime, a subsidiary of British Telecom. The film highlights the importance of international trade and Britain's position as a leader in commerce and shipping, with Lloyds of London as an example. It explains how BTI Maritime provides essential information and communication structures to Lloyds through Morse, telex, and RT (radio telephone) services. The film also discusses the coastal radio stations that offer MF and VHF services, including unmanned short-range stations, and their role in supporting commercial traffic and offshore industries. It emphasizes BTI's commitment to improving traditional maritime systems and staying at the forefront of advanced communications technology through satellite services like Inmarsat. The film concludes by highlighting BTI's dedication to providing high-quality service to its customers. The film is presented from Lloyds of London.

Catalogue

Finding Number: BTA-MI1/0294

Date: 1985

Period: 1980s

Level: Item

Distribution: Unknown

Film function: Promotional

Film subject: Coastal and maritime radio

Promotion Subject: Maritime and offshore services

Year: 1985

Repository: BT Archives (ARCHON 1814)

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