How did Marconi's technology immediately and tangibly impact maritime operations?

Answer

It required passenger and larger commercial vessels to carry wireless apparatus to improve distress signal response.

Marconi's work revolutionized maritime safety by enabling reliable distress signals and routine messages, leading to requirements for passenger and large commercial ships to carry wireless equipment.

How did Marconi's technology immediately and tangibly impact maritime operations?
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