Simrad Debuts Maris ECDIS900 MK5, MK15
The Simrad Professional Series has launched a new lineup of professional-grade Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS)â theSimrad MARIS ECDIS900 MK5 and MK15.Available in 19-, 24-, and 26-inch widescreen monitors, the ECDIS900 Series is IEC61174:2008 Ed3type-approved for use on all SOLAS vessels operating under the ECDIS Carriage Mandate. The ECDIS900 MK5 and MK15 are based on a standard Windows interface using common controls including toolbars, tabbed panels, hotkeys, and right-click context or âpop-upâ menus. Integrating the latest features captains require, the ECDIS900 Series includes advanced route-planning toolsâŚ
Navico Acquires Consilium Radar Business
Navico Holding AS, parent company to the Simrad brand and Consilium AB, has acquired Consiliumâs radar business. As part of the transaction, Navico takes over all operations of the radar business in Italy, including research and development, product management and manufacturing. âThe professional marine market is a strategic priority for our growth ambitions,â said Leif Ottosson, president & CEO of Navico Holding AS. Navico and Consilium have also entered into a sales and distribution agreement.
Navico Adds to Global Marketing Team
Navico Holding AS, parent company to leading marine electronics brands Lowrance, Simrad and B&G, said they have set into place a new marketing team structure designed to maximize market growth opportunities. Navico has appointed Jonathon Pudney to the role of Global Marketing Director. Jonathon previously worked at a number of high-level marketing and communications agencies before taking the role of International Marketing Communications Director for the De Beers Group. During his tenure at De Beers, Jonathonâs efforts spanned more than 20 countries at the consumer and trade level. He was responsible for launching De Beers diamond marketing in ChinaâŚ
