If you are looking for crisp voice calls and fast data transfer via the newest generation of satellites, and all through your own personal devices, then look no further than the Sat-Fi Hot Spot, available from UK-based Global Telesat Communications. This DC-powered hub enables seamless, multi-user communication between any Wi-Fi enabled device, such as a…
Glider Yachts has announced that its new Glider SS18 to be launched this spring will be fitted with a complete integrated electronics system from Garmin which includes an advanced technology “Glass Bridge”. The Glider production team has worked with Garmin to develop a fully flush system that will provide navigation, communications, control, engine and other…
Combine the texting ability of an SMS device with the complete global coverage of Iridium’s satellite constellation, and then add a built-in GPS with routing software, and you’ll have the inReach Explorer, now available from UK-based Global Telesat Communications (GTC). Created by the American corporation DeLorme, the inReach Explorer is a lightweight, handheld satellite ‘text…
Mastervolt, part of Power Products LLC, started delivery on February 8 of three ProMariner models: ProSport, ProNautic and ProSafe. These products are a valuable addition to the Mastervolt portfolio in the EMEA area. ProNauticP: chargers up to 20 Amps with distribution on demand ProMariner’s newest product line is built on an all-digital ProMar Performance Charging…
Veritais Ltd, the leading consultancy and supplier of audio-visual systems for luxury yachts, has been nominated for the third year running for a prestigious Control 4 Award. The nomination is for the 2015 UK Best Superyacht Installation. Control 4’s European Dealer-Distributor Awards will be held during the company’s International Dealer event at ISE (Integrated Systems…
Ocean Signal’s rescueME MOB1 has collected two awards at Fisheries Supply’s 2015 InNEWvation product awards. Incorporating both AIS and DSC technologies within the most compact product on the market, the rescueME MOB1 was selected from more than 100 nominated products as the Grand Prize Winner. The device was also named the best new product in…
Garmin, the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the GPS 73, a new low-cost marine handheld designed for mariners who want a simple, rugged, and reliable navigation solution. This easy-to-use handheld is packed with marine-specific features like man overboard (MOB), marine alarms, route planning, and navigation. New SailAssist has also been added, offering sailing-inspired…
Leading electronics manufacturer Standard Horizon has proudly launched its new HX870E 6W handheld DSC VHF transceiver with built-in GPS, an upgrade of the hugely popular HX851E. Whilst still having all of the intuitive features of its predecessor, a major new feature is the ability to plot up to 20 routes from a directory of 200…
Garmin, the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the Panoptix PS21, a new transducer optimised for a trolling motor that features its popular Panoptix all-seeing sonar technology. With the PS21, fishermen can now add the most attractive feature of Panoptix, LiveVü Forward, to a compatible Garmin GPSMAP® or echoMAP® CHIRP chartplotter to see real-time…
Improving Social Media access for cruisers using YB Tracking’s innovative boat tracking and satellite communication systems YB Tracking, an Iridium partner and manufacturer of the handheld YB3 and fixed installation YB3i boat tracking and satellite communication systems, has taken the unique step of making Facebook posting and sending Tweets free. The move, which takes effect…
