Navico Press Releases

Navico Appoints Louis Chemi to Chief Operating Officer for the Americas

Jørgen Wik-Dahl — 2009-06-22T15:29:57-05:00

Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Americas Role Expanded to Oversee Americas Operations

Change at the helm of Navico

Renee Mead — 2009-06-05T07:58:54-05:00

Navico, leader in marine electronics today announced a change at the helm with Jens-Thomas Pietralla resigning from his position as President & CEO effective June 1 and joining the company's Board as a non-executive Director. He will be succeeded by Leif Ottosson, EVP and Chief Operating Officer Europe, Middle East and Africa (COO EMEA) who will combine the CEO role with the continued leadership for the EMEA region.

Lowrance Leads The Way at 39TH Annual BASSMASTER CLASSIC

Jørgen Wik-Dahl — 2009-02-26T07:27:29-06:00

2009 Champion Skeet Reese, 17 Others in Final 25 Cut of Classic Contenders Made Lowrance Their Choice for the Red River Bass Competition

Tulsa, Okla. - Lowrance, a world-leading brand in marine electronics since 1957 and GPS navigational systems since 1992, continues to be the top professional anglers' choice for fishfinding and navigation performance - as proven at the 39th Bassmaster Classic, hosted in Shreveport, Louisiana, February 20 - 22, 2009.

Simrad BR24 Broadband Radar wins Innovation award

Magne Bjella — 2009-02-18T14:34:38-06:00

Marine Electronics Leader Recognized For Groundbreaking New High-Detail, Low Radiation Radar Technology with Superior Target Definition in Close Quarters

Navico partners with ProNav on Norwegian distribution and customer care

Renee Mead — 2009-01-30T03:12:10-06:00

The global leader in recreational marine electronics, Navico, will join forces with Norwegian marine electronics distributor ProNav to centralize Norwegian distribution of its house of brands - B&G, Eagle, Lowrance, Northstar and Simrad - and to bring customer care closer to the customer.

Lowrance Introduces New Endura Series of Outdoor GPS Handhelds

Magne Bjella — 2009-01-23T09:13:28-06:00

The Lowrance Endura Series consists of three innovative touchscreen GPS handhelds for the outdoor market: the flagship Sierra - the most powerful and complete out-of-box GPS experience available, the Safari - the most versatile navigator for any outdoor experience, and the Outback - setting a new standard in affordability and ease of use.

Navico sells Egersund Norway plant to Haaland Group

Karen Liavåg — 2009-01-20T08:39:58-06:00

The global leader in recreational marine electronics, Navico, has reached agreement to sell its manufacturing facility in Egersund, Norway to the Haaland Group, a major Norwegian manufacturer of precision metal products. The deal includes a long-term lease of the bulk of the premises, existing inventory and machinery and employment of Navico Egersund's manufacturing workforce in the Haaland organization, increasing Haaland Group's workforce by 74.

Navico announces new Marketing Director for EMEA

Jørgen Wik-Dahl — 2009-02-04T04:55:16-06:00

Jim Deheer steps up to trans-continental role.

(LIBS 2009) Navico, the world's leading manufacturer of marine electronics for the leisure market, has announced the appointment of Jim Deheer to the role of Marketing Director for the EMEA region.

Navico brings unprecedented line-up to LIBS 2009

Karen Liavåg — 2009-01-07T07:46:55-06:00

Broadband radar and Lowrance HDS lead an exciting field

(London International Boat Show 2009) In the words of Navico President and CEO Jens-Thomas Pietralla, "Navico is now fulfilling its promise made a year ago to deliver a range of ground-breaking new products."

Lowrance announces all new HDS-family

Renee Mead — 2009-01-05T04:00:48-06:00

Lowrance, a brand by Navico, the world's leading manufacturer of leisure marine electronics, has introduced its groundbreaking High-Definition System (HDS) in the Americas and Europe.

HVision range debuts at METS

Jørgen Wik-Dahl — 2008-11-19T15:20:50-06:00

Choice of four instrument displays for every application

(METS 2008) The new HVision family of instrument displays from B&G has been unveiled for the first time at METS 2008. The HVision concept both updates two existing B&G mast displays and introduces for the first time at METS a new compact model, which together create an integrated range to suit every need.

Navico revolutionary Broadband Radar development progressing as planned

Jørgen Wik-Dahl — 2008-11-19T13:22:12-06:00

The "New Wave" of award-winning recreational marine radar systems will be available in quarter 2 2009 under Simrad, Northstar and Lowrance Brands.

Simrad MX510 And MX512 Navigation Systems

Karen Liavåg — 2009-01-05T08:17:36-06:00

New flagship control and display units for 2009

The Simrad professional product portfolio has introduced two new control and display units for 2009. The MX510 and MX512 models are designed to be used as IMO compliant navigation systems, in conjunction with MX DGPS smart antennas and DGPS compasses, on board workboats, ferries, fishing boats and other commercial vessels.

Northstar Unveils New Explorer 310 Series Instruments

Karen Liavåg — 2009-01-05T07:22:51-06:00

Marine electronics leader adds yachting instruments for complete helm solution

(METS 2008) Northstar, a leader in the design and manufacture of world-class marine
navigation systems, is showing at for the first time at METS a new line of yachting instruments, the Northstar Explorer 310 series.

Simrad Glass Bridge System Maintains Leading Position With Enhancements For 2009

Jørgen Wik-Dahl — 2009-01-05T05:50:16-06:00

Multi-monitor support, new digital mapping suite and weather files.

The Simrad brand has released a new and improved version of its GB60 integrated helm solution. The most powerful system of its kind available today, the Simrad GB65 gives owners and captains of yachts from 50 to 250 feet complete control of their vessels from a single point, and the ability to monitor every aspect of their navigational environment.