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    ICOM's marine radio guide

    The name ICOM is synonymous the world over with the manufacture of some of the best marine radios for a wide range of vessels. With over 40 years of experience in developing high quality marine communication equipment ICOM has a vast pool of expertise to help you with all of your marine VHF needs.

    New Icom Standalone MA-510TR Class B AIS Transponder with Colour TFT Display

    This all in one standalone unit combines transponder and display in a smart, compact design featuring an attractive wide-angled colour display which is easy to read, even under direct sunlight.…

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    Introducing the all new Icom IC-M803 MF/HF/SSB Marine Radio

    Over many decades Icom have been manufacturing marine HF/SSB Introducing the all new Icom IC-M803 MF/HF/SSB Marine Radiotransceivers that have provided a sound communication platform for both commercial deep sea…

    Back by popular demand: Icom relaunches IC-M423G and IC-M400BB Fixed Marine VHF radios

    Both of these radios have been firm favourites with many of commercial and leisure marine users and the reintroduction of them also means that Icom’s HM-195CMI Multi-Station Commandmic Interface is…

    Latest Icom knowledge base article: Top ten tips to improve your experience when using a marine VHF radio

    Whether you are new to boating or an experienced mariner, Icom UK have provided ten tips to improve your experience, optimise the use of your marine radio and hopefully keep…

    Five-year warranty on Icom Marine VHF radios purchased in January 2020

    There will be some great discounts as well as the opportunity for customers to upgrade the warranty of their purchases made in January to an amazing five years. The exclusive…

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    New Icom marine products shown at METS Marine Trade Show

    Icom are also delighted to announce the introduction of new versions of previously best-selling Icom marine fixed VHF radios. The IC-M400BBE (previously the IC-M400BB) and the IC-M423GE (formerly the IC-M423G)…

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    Introducing the BC-238 12V rapid multi-charger for the IC-M37E marine VHF radio

    As well as providing a convenient tool for charging multiple IC-M37E handhelds, it also provides an ideal and logical location for storing multiple radios while in or out of use.…

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    Icom’s IC-M37E buoyant marine radio: More power, more functionality

    It’s an important safety tool to keep in touch with others, be it for your work or hobby. With good build quality and clear display, the Icom tradition continues with…

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    Icom IC-M37E to Launch at 2019 Southampton Boat Show

    The company, which is celebrating its 45th Anniversary in business, will have some great exclusive show offers including an extended 5-year warranty on leisure products. Highlights on the stand include…

    Icom Marine VHF found washed up on a beach… and still works!

    We were lucky enough to have Nicholas Calcutt, from Essex, contact us to share his story of an IC-M25EURO that was washed up on a beach. Nicholas, a keen sailor…


    News

    • Icom IC-SAT100 PTT Satellite Radio, Available Now!

    • Icom UK is the official radio communications supplier to Ramsgate Week 2019

    • Changes to Icom UK’s Range of Marine fixed VHF/DSC Radios

    • Introducing the IC-M506GE Fixed Mount VHF and GPS/AIS Receiver Combo

    • Five year warranty on Icom Marine VHF radios purchased in January 2019

    • Southampton Boat Show 2018: See the latest Icom Marine Radio Products, and great show offers

    • View three new marine videos on Icom UK’s YouTube channel

    • Icom UK, Official Radio Communications Supplier to Ramsgate Week 2018

    • Icom sponsors ‘The One’ Bassenthwaite Lake Sailing Week Safety Team

    • How to prevent corrosion of your Icom Marine VHF Handheld Radio

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    What to consider when choosing a VHF Marine radio Radio is an important safety tool for all mariners who venture out on the water, whether offshore or on inland waterways. VHF marine radios are used for a variety of purposes including; contacting harbours & marinas, summoning rescue services or ship-to-shore and ship-to-ship communication... Read more...
    Choosing the Right Antenna for your Icom VHF Marine Radio Even the best marine radios in the world will not perform to their optimum if connected to the wrong antenna. Much like the tyres of a sports car are the only contact point with the ground, providing the necessary grip & traction when racing around a track, a radio's only contact point with the outside world is it's antenna... Read more...

    Competition

    Win Icom’s IC-M25 Buoyant Marine VHF!

    Great features mixed with style are the traits of Icom’s IC-M25 buoyant marine VHF radio which floats and flashes when dropped into the water. Sporting an elegant slim design, this model has the lightest body in the market for a floating VHF radio….just 220g. Enter here.

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    Ask us anything!

    If you have a question about any aspect of marine radios please get in touch with the experts at ICOM