Inmarsat provides satellite communication services for ships involved in distress cases through its space segment and terminals installed on vessels. Ships fitted with Inmarsat terminals can originate and receive communications to coordinate rescue efforts with other vessels and rescue coordination centers. The Inmarsat system also includes an Enhanced Group Calling system to send operational updates and an Inmarsat-E satellite emergency position indicating radio beacon service that will automatically transmit a distress signal and location if a ship sinks.