Simrad Support Open Arms Project
Simrad have announced a collaboration with the NGO Open Arms, a project dedicated to the surveillance and rescue of people in need of assistance in the Aegean and central Mediterranean. In order to support Open Arms in developing their work
Navico ID
Considering the deluge of high-tech electronics in recent years, Navico’s new ‘information display’, or ID for short, on the face of it looks like just another plotter. However, its tablet-like appearance and flush construction, combined with an impressive level of
Navico Launch C-MAP Embark
Navico have announced the launch of C-MAP Embark, a nautical navigation app designed to refresh the planning, cruising and fishing experience with the aim of making it simpler. C-MAP Embark is powered by map data from official hydrographic offices. This
Navico Introduce New Display Category
Navico have announced the launch of a brand-new category of marine technology – the information display (ID). IDs combine a sleek design with a configurable interface that simplifies monitoring and control of on-board systems. A new configurable graphical user interface
Lowrance Launch New Chartplotters/Fish Finders
Lowrance have released a new high-performance line of fish finders/chartplotters, HDS LIVE. The new line offers powerful real-time sonar, charting and connectivity features including Active Imaging, LiveSight, Genesis Live and LiveCast smartphone integration. Lowrance have also announced the next-generation release
Lowrance FishHunter Pro and FishHunter 3D
Lowrance FishHunter Pro and FishHunter 3D The FishHunter Pro and FishHunter 3D are perfect pieces of kit for every type of fisherman. The only thing you require is a smartphone, and that doesn’t even need to have a signal.
Lowrance HOOK Fish Finder/Chartplotter Series
Lowrance HOOK Fish Finder/Chartplotter Series At the heart of the HOOK 2 fish finder/chartplotter series is Lowrance’s new auto-tuning sonar that actively corrects sonar settings for the clearest underwater view. Most models (the larger models) also feature a full navigational
Garmin and Navico Resolve Patent Dispute
Garmin and Navico have announced that they have ended a three-year-long dispute relating to sonar and auto guidance patents. The agreement includes a broad cross-licensing of patents and other intellectual property, which will allow both companies to bring new innovations
Navico Make Acquisition and Investment
Navico have announced that they have acquired Yacht Defined Sweden AB (‘Yacht Defined’), an international technology platform within navigation and digital switching systems. Navico have also invested in HOC Yachts AB (‘HOC Yachts’), a start-up, high-tech custom boat designer that
Simrad Release New Chartplotters
Simrad Release New Chartplotters The Simrad GO12 XSE and GO7 XSR are the latest additions to the company’s GO stand-alone chartplotter series. The GO12 XSE offers a new 12" display option for the GO series, while the upgraded GO7 XSR features
Lowrance/Navico Release New Products
Lowrance/Navico Release New Products Lowrance have announced the addition of a number of new products to the fishing electronics market. These include Lowrance’s new FishHunter Pro and FishHunter 3D wireless castable transducers, while the company has also launched its new
