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Icom launches ‘world-first’ IP-M60 marine VHF/LTE hybrid radio

Marine radio manufacturer Icom has unveiled the new IP-M60, which the firm describes as the ‘world’s first marine VHF/LTE hybrid radio’. Icom, which revealed the device during METSTRADE 2023, says the IP-M60 combines the capabilities of an LTE radio with the reliability of a marine VHF radio in a single handheld device. This ‘all-in-one’ solution […]

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Icom introduces new Black Box VHF radios

Marine radios and handheld VHF radio specialist Icom has launched the new IC-M410BB and IC-M510BB Black Box VHF Radios with Multi-Station Control. The firm says these marine radios offer enhanced functionality and flexibility for communication on board various vessels. Designed for marine professionals and enthusiasts alike, the IC-M410BB and IC-M510BB are compact black box VHF […]

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Icom introduces ‘ultra compact’ IC-U20S licence-free radio

Marine radios and handheld VHF radio specialist Icom has launched the new IC-U20SR PMR446 licence-free two-way radio. Operating on the PMR446 frequency band, the IC-U20SR requires no licence ‘out of the box’, allowing users to communicate without regulatory restrictions. Icom says its ‘ultra compact’ design and features, including long battery life, means it is suitable […]

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Icom provides unique MMSI numbers for tenders

Icom has announced a firmware upgrade for its MA-510TR Class B AIS transponder, which allows operators to equip transponders to their fleet of tenders with unique MMSI numbers. Icom says it is the first manufacturer to have this facility available on a Class B Transponder. The upgrade gives the operator the ability to be able […]

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Icom introduces new IC-M510BB VHF marine radio at METSTRADE

Icom is showing its IC-M510BB fixed VHF marine radio for the first time at METSTRADE. It’s an all-new, black-box, modular transceiver that can be installed either out of sight for convenience, or where space for electronic equipment is at a premium. Visitors to METSTRADE 2022 can find Icom at Booth 151 in Hall 1. Up […]

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Icom launches licence free radio

The Icom IP110H is a compact two-way radio/handset that is Wi-Fi enabled and, unlike traditional two-way radios, does not require a licence or licence application. Icom, which recently won the iF Design Award, has unveiled a new product that can be used as part of a wider WLAN radio system allowing the user to use […]

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Icom marine VHF wins design award

Icom’s new IC-M510 fixed VHF/DSC marine radio recently won one of the most renowned design competitions in the world, the iF Design Award. The IC-M510 won in both the ‘product’ and ‘telecommunication’ categories. The iF International Forum Design GmbH, based in Hanover, Germany, has the world’s longest history for design orientated awards. The Icom product […]

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Icom introduces AIS receiver version of IC-M510 marine radio

Icom is introducing a new AIS Receive Version of its IC-M510 VHF/DSC marine radio. Designed for both leisure and commercial vessels, the IC-M510 is a waterproof fixed-mount marine transceiver with a full-colour display. The new AIS version of the IC-M510 can receive AIS signals so users can see surrounding vessel traffic in real-time and make […]

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Icom launches standalone MA-510TR Class B AIS transponder

Icom has launched the MA-510TR. This new compact, waterproof Class B AIS transponder will actively notify other vessels of a boat’s position as well as displaying real time vessel traffic information. The standalone unit combines transponder and display in a compact design which features a wide-angled 4.3-inch colour TFT display (easy to read, even under […]