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The relationship, which has been in place since 1998, gives Linssen owners access to the full range of Raymarine electronics, including chartplotters, autopilots and digital control systems.

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Sacs Tecnorib decision to deepen its longstanding relationship with Raymarine is testament to the design and capabilities of the Axiom+

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Providing a complete onboard solution, the latest products ensure an intuitive and user-friendly experience, making boating more accessible for all

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Providing a complete onboard solution, the latest products ensure an intuitive and user-friendly experience, making boating more accessible for all

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced today that it has acquired ChartWorld International Limited and affiliates ("ChartWorld"). ChartWorld is a leading provider in digital marine navigation hardware and software provided through an affordable subscription-based model.

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Raymarine is delighted to announce its YachtSense Link marine router has won the 2022 DAME Award in the category ‘Marine electronics and marine related software’.

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Danish-based marine electronics company, Daniamant, has introduced EchoPilot’s new Forward Looking Sonar, The FLS 3D Gen 4, exclusively compatible with Raymarine Axiom display.

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Giancarlo Pedote, the accomplished offshore racing sailor from Florence in Italy is set to take on the Route Du Rhum, in preparation for one of the toughest races in the world, the Vendée Globe.

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Raymarine Announced as Marine Electronics Partner to BENETEAU Oceanis Sailing Yachts for 2023 Onwards. Collaboration between two industry leaders brings award-winning performance, reliability, and support to sailors in the 30 to 60-foot market

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With the help of a suite of the latest integrated marine navigation and situational awareness electronics from Raymarine, one near 20-year-old performance motorcruiser has been brought back to life.

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Trusted chart provider now offers updated digital charts for Raymarine chartplotters

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The latest operating system for Raymarine Axiom® chartplotters unlocks new levels of ease of use, personalization, features, and functionality

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Next-generation open-array radar wins global design award for 'Research and Technology'

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New Cyclops Marine technology will introduce wireless load-sensing functionality for users of the updated LightHouse operating system

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The leading marine electronics brand's record growth is underpinned by its acquisition by tech giant Teledyne leading to further investment and stability of the brand

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Raymarine announces Cyclone™, the newest range of open-array radars, conceived and crafted to give mariners the confidence to tackle the harshest conditions, gain distinct advantages in the hunt for fish, and safely navigate busy waterways.

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Acclaimed nautical photographer and mariner, Onne van der Wal, refits what may be the most beautiful Grand Banks 32 on Earth.

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The recreational marine industry's first intelligent object-recognition and motion-sensing assisted-docking solution is now available to boat builders and technical installers

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Hardware and software refinements are making sailors safer, better informed, and more confident in their decisions than ever, writes Greg Wells, UK Sales Account Manager, Raymarine

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Connecticut businessman, Raf Aviner, relies on Raymarine and FLIR electronics to keep his family and their MCY 76 Skylounge safe on the water

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Raymarine systems are a key component in volunteers' ongoing battle to protect marine ecosystems from the literally devastating consequences of illegal fishing

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Watch, Ask and Learn with Raymarine Experts
Practical tips and information boaters and anglers want to know during new, Thursday-night streaming show

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'Going electric' with a solar setup is quieter, cleaner, and kinder to the environment, as Mark Johnson, Leader of Marine Innovation for Raymarine products, demonstrates

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South African charter skipper Justin van der Walt of Fish Tales explains how he and his fellow skippers use Raymarine electronics to notch up successes and a place in the world record books

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Tideman Boats’ latest pilot vessel is destined for an active working life with P∓O Maritime Logistics in Mozambique, equipped with an array of cutting-edge Raymarine electronics.

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FLIR Systems (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today the availability of Raymarine LightHouse™ Charts cartography, bringing new levels of clarity and control to marine navigation. Further, LightHouse Charts customers will realize increased convenience and enhanced product purchase and delivery options via the new Raymarine Chart Store and RayConnect mobile app.

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Whether fishing offshore or in the estuaries, Captain Scotty and his crew rely on their Raymarine electronics to find and catch more fish. "They've just made our lives so much easier – the general day-to-day charter work of finding and catching fish for our clients, plus the added bonus of making our boat a tournament-winning package. Certainly, I couldn't recommend Raymarine products highly enough,".

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The new CPT-S In-hull is a "glue-in" transducer that is simple-to-install in non-cored fiberglass hulls. Ideal for sailing, cruising, and small powerboats, the CPTS-S In-hull transducer supports CHIRP sonar operation centered on the 200kHz frequency band.

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Viking Norsafe’s impressive new Norwegian Police patrol boat is equipped with a state-of-the-art navigation and communications package from Raymarine

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Canadian educator and students use Raymarine technology to locate and document undiscovered shipwrecks in the St. Lawrence Seaway.

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At a virtual press conference held ahead of METSTRADE Connect on 9th December 2020, members of Raymarine's senior leadership team shared the latest developments from the premium marine electronics brand and launched an innovative new digital control system: YachtSense™.

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FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today Raymarine YachtSense™, an advanced digital control system affording total command and complete awareness of a vessel’s electrical systems. The modular nature of the YachtSense system redefines the future of vessel automation for boat builders and technical installers.

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FLIR Systems' Raymarine brand electronics have been selected by premium yacht builders Princess Yachts, PRESTIGE, and Spirit Yachts for inclusion on their 2020 new model launches

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The advanced and integrated Raymarine technology on the new Dorset Police boat provides the crew with unparalleled levels of situational awareness and operational safety

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LightHouse Sport operating system update unlocks powerful new ice fishing features; Element Ice Fishing Kit turns it into a portable, all-in-one package

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FLIR Systems, Inc. announced today its Raymarine brand has collaborated with luxury yacht builder Monte Carlo Yachts to be the first to factory install Raymarine DockSense® Alert on their new yacht, the Monte Carlo MCY 76 Skylounge.

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Raymarine customer, Barry Stedman has sent us this incredible account of how his Raymarine autopilot saved the day in some incredibly challenging conditions sailing from the Bahamas to South Carolina, read his story...

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FLIR Systems (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today Raymarine Axiom+, a powerful series of multifunction displays (MFDs) for anglers, cruisers, and sailors, plus updated Raymarine LightHouse™ Charts cartography, bringing new levels of clarity and control to marine navigation.

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Watch our online webinar and learn how to get ready for the boating season. Raymarine product experts give top tips to ensure your system is ready for the water.

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FLIR Systems Inc, parent company to Raymarine, have today issued a statement regarding the global Covid-19 pandemic and the steps the company is taking. Please follow the link below to read the statement in full.

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The sailor is Juho Karhu, and the boat a 1986 Beneteau Idylle 11.50 named Sylvia. For the past year and a half, they have been cruising the waters north of the Arctic Circle, at times accompanied by friends. Sylvia is his golden ticket to sail, kitesurf and ski in some of the remotest spots on the planet.

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Boston Whaler, the leading manufacturer of unsinkable family fishing boats, has announced plans to offer the Raymarine DockSense Alert system as a factory-installed option on select 2021 model-year boats beginning later this year.

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FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today its Raymarine Axiom® multifunction display (MFD) line is compatible with CZone digital control and monitoring systems. The collaboration enables boat builders and system integrators to deliver custom CZone digital switching solutions with rich graphical interfaces controlled through Raymarine’s line Axiom MFDs.

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Our tour of Raymarine’s Environmental Test Centre concludes with drop testing, power supply testing and a range of procedures devised to establish a product’s resistance to radiated electromagnetic fields

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Our tour of Raymarine’s Environmental Test Centre continues with a visit to the Salt Mist Room, Hot Room and Shaker Room, in the last of which products undergo shock and vibration tests

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Raymarine’s environmental test centre assesses the integrity of the company’s product range with exceptional thoroughness, beginning with the thermal chambers and Wet Room

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Today’s center-console tournament fishing boats are big, powerful and designed to get to fish fast, a decided advantage in most tournament-fishing situations. But speed can come at a cost; decreased reaction time can threaten safety.

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Captain Tim Dean has been running Calypso Fishing Adventures in the productive waters between Port Stephens and Cairns, Australia for the past 25 years. “My clients come from all around the world to fish here in Australia, predominantly on the Great Barrier Reef chasing giant black marlin,” he says.

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ARLINGTON, Va. (September 3, 2019) - FLIR Systems and Excess Catamarans have today announced a partnership between FLIR’s award-winning Raymarine brand and Groupe Beneteau new catamaran brand, Excess.

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Greg Wells and Will Sayer of Raymarine have extensive racing experience between them. Greg, Raymarine’s EMEA DEM Sales Manager, "has raced on Farr 40s and Mumms," while Will, Raymarine’s Experience Manager for Sailing and Global Product Manager for multifunction displays (MFDs) and instruments, has competed in offshore races such as OSTAR and Fastnet in his Sigma 33.

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Sometimes, cruising sailors can get so caught up in the complexities that they forget to enjoy themselves. Anything which helps the sailing community to appreciate outings on the water and feel secure is invaluable – which is where Raymarine comes in. 

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New LightHouse Bermuda 3.10 operating system update unlocks exciting new sailing features on Raymarine Axiom multifunction displays

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Raymarine, a brand of FLIR Systems, has today announced its support as an Official Supplier to Alex Thomson Racing. The deal both demonstrates Raymarine’s deep commitment to UK sailing and consolidates its position as a premier choice for international racing campaigns.

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Hi from 1500 kilometers above the Arctic Circle! S/y Sylvia and me just had a quick pitstop in Longyearbyen and we're now on our way to Hornsund, the remotest fjord on the west coast of Svalbard. I'm able to share these photos with you before we get out of Internet connection range in an hour or two.

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FLIR is pleased to announce the addition of Yamaha Command Link and Command Link Plus integration into Raymarine’s family of Axiom® multifunction displays. This new capability is one of many new features introduced with the recent release of the LightHouse Annapolis 3.9 operating system for Axiom.

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Thorough on-the-water product testing is a significant part of Raymarine product development and boating enthusiast Brian Dunton is one of the firm’s most experienced external testers, having worked with the leading marine electronics specialist for over two decades. With a background in teaching electronics and IT, as well as an RYA Yachtmaster qualification, Brian has proved himself well suited to the task of putting Raymarine’s latest innovations through their paces.

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FLIR Systems (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today Raymarine Element S, a new series of navigation displays for cruisers and sailors. Building on the success of FLIR’s Raymarine Element HV Series with HyperVision sonar, the Element S models feature a superior all-weather display, best-in-class speed, and straightforward operation, while delivering confidence-inspiring GPS navigation to captains who don’t want or need the capability or extra expense of sophisticated sonar.

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Whether you sail, fish or cruise, LightHouse 3 Annapolis unlocks powerful new features and functionality in your Raymarine Multifunction display. As with every Raymarine LightHouse operating system update, downloads are free and easy.

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Juho lives in his sailboat s/y Sylvia and has sailed throughout the winter in Northern Norway, far above the Arctic Circle. Juho is not only a sailor but also an eager freeskier. Below Juho’s greetings from 70th degrees north.

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The start of a new season is the perfect time to re-familiarize yourself with your on board navigational equipment and make sure you have the settings in place that will keep you safe for the months ahead. Alan Watson, a recognized navigational expert who has clients ranging from the weekend cruiser to the professional sailor, shares his top tips to make sure your on board marine electronics are ready for a full season out on the water.

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LightHouse Annapolis brings a new range of performance sailing features to LightHouse 3 including Laylines, Polars, and new advanced data displays.

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Knowledge is power —­ and the Element™ CHIRP sonar/GPS series from Raymarine gives you the power to make smarter decisions on the water Built for anglers who want to stay ahead of the game, Element delivers the sharpest view of the underwater world with HyperVision™ 1.2-megahertz super high-resolution sonar technology.

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March 28-30 marked Kayak Bass Fishing’s 2019 National Championship. KBF championship contenders fished not just a single lake, but an entire system of rivers and lakes circling Shreveport-Bossier City, Louisiana. Pro kayak angler Drew Gregory placed second at the event, his kayak rigged with the brand new Raymarine Element sonar/GPS display, which he maintains played a large part in his successful angling.

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The countdown’s already begun for the 2019 Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, with nine sponsors already committing to the event set to take place once more under the starlit dome of the beautiful National Maritime Museum in the heart of Amsterdam on November 19.

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Today Boston Whaler, the leading manufacturer of unsinkable family fishing boats and Mercury Marine, the world's leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines, are the first to demonstrate the Raymarine DockSense™ assisted docking system on an outboard-powered Boston Whaler vessel at Mercury’s Lake X testing facility.

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SAIL magazine editors select Raymarine ClearCruise AR in competitive Electronics category For the past couple of decades, the digital side of sailing has become increasingly important, to the point where it’s now almost inconceivable going offshore, even aboard

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WILSONVILLE, Ore., January 21 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) today announced the Raymarine DockSense™ assisted docking system, the marine industry’s first intelligent object recognition and motion sensing assisted docking solution for recreational boating.

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Whether you fish competitively or for fun, the new Element^TM  CHIRP Sonar/GPS series from Raymarine is a powerful new tool to help you find and catch more fish. Easy to own and simple to use, Raymarine Element helps you win on the water. Here are five reasons why:

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If after a summer using your Raymarine sonar on the water, you’re wondering how you’ll cope without it when the ice season starts, good news is at hand. Raymarine has just released a purpose-built Ice Fishing Kit to protect your Dragonfly and transform it into the ultimate hard-water fish finder, enabling you to use it all year round.

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Written by Skip Novak Pelagic Expeditions, a specialist in high latitude sailing adventures has been a partner with Raymarine going back decades.  With our two purpose built sailing vessels the 16m Pelagic built in 1987 (running the LightHouse 2 platform

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FLIR today announced the Raymarine Element™, a new generation of advanced, combination sonar and GPS displays. Featuring the acclaimed Raymarine RealVision™ 3D and new HyperVision™ sonar technology, the Element series delivers lifelike imaging and helps meet the demands of both coastal and bass fishermen with advanced sonar, versatile mapping capabilities, and a highly intuitive user experience.

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FLIR Systems delivers a marine industry first with the introduction of the Raymarine® navigation technology, ClearCruise™ AR (Augmented Reality), which brings enhanced on water awareness to Raymarine’s family of Axiom® multifunction displays (MFDs). With ClearCruise AR, Raymarine Axiom users can make smarter decisions with physical navigation objects overlaid directly on Axiom’s high-definition (HD) video display. FLIR also announced a new video stabilization module, the Raymarine AR200, which integrates with ClearCruise.

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Fareham, United Kingdom – 15 August 2018 – Raymarine, a FLIR Systems brand, is bringing a truly ‘Raymarine Retail Experience’ directly to European boaters this summer via its fleet of state-of-the-art mobile showrooms.

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Traditional marine VHF radios keep users confined to the helm with their short handset coil-cords that limit the ability to move about. Raymarine’s new Ray90 and Ray91 modular VHF radios give the freedom to roam and communicate from anywhere onboard using optional wireless handset stations.

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Delivering a marine electronics industry first, Raymarine Axiom users can now take to the skies with the latest LightHouse 3.6 OS update. The new Axiom UAV app brings together the power and simplicity of Raymarine navigation with advanced unmanned aerial imaging.

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Over the last few years modern electronics have found their way onto the fishing kayak in the form of sonar or Fishfinders. As an increasingly common sight on fishing kayaks, the fish finder that has proven to be very popular within the kayak fishing world is our very own Dragonfly range. This guide from our friends at South Wales Kayak Anglers is designed to help you to understand how to setup, use and get the most out of your Dragonfly whilst Kayak Fishing.

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The excitement is building for competitors taking part in Round the Island Race, in association with Cloudy Bay. As the countdown progresses, it’s worth thinking about what preparations need to be made. Marine electronics can play an important part in achieving success at such a high-profile sailing competition, so we asked Will Sayer, Global Product Manager for Raymarine’s Axiom product line Winner of the 2016 SORC Round the Rock, for some tips on how to get the best out of your electronics and some other pointers for getting your boat race-ready.

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Boat owners around the world continue to buzz about the unique features of Raymarine’s Axiom and Axiom Pro multifunction displays—primarily, their fast and fluid LightHouse 3 operating system, along with their powerful CHIRP DownVision, CHIRP SideVision, High CHIRP, RealVision 3D and 1kW CHIRP sonar capabilities.
 

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Raymarine, a brand of FLIR Systems, has confirmed its commitment to the British sailing community by announcing its continued role as Official Technical Partner for the 15th consecutive year to the UK’s Round the Island Race in association with Cloudy Bay. Organised by the Island Sailing Club, the Round the Island Race is one of the world’s largest sailing events, regularly attracting more than 1,600 boats with more than 16,000 sailors from around the world.

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Today, FLIR introduced its first open array radar for fishing and cruising, the Raymarine Magnum.  Including many of the same radar technologies trusted by the United States Coast Guard, Magnum offers enhanced target tracking, reliable performance, and superior image detail packaged in a sleek open array pedestal built to withstand the harsh marine environment.

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Raymarine’s new Quantum® 2 radar with doppler target identification technology, has been awarded the 2018 QualiTec Design Award, held during the Sea Technology and Design (Seatec) Exhibition, Italy’s only design and technology trade show for the yacht and shipbuilding industry.

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Effective January 2018, the International Laser Class Association (ILCA) has announced a new rule that enables Laser race participants to use an electronic digital compass when competing. As a result, Laser competitors worldwide are now able to take advantage of invaluable tactical information reliably delivered from Raymarine’s Wireless Micro Compass.

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What turns a chartplotter into a multifunction display (MFD)? Performance, technology and connectivity. In this spirit, Raymarine is pleased to announce LightHouse version 3.4, the latest free update to Raymarine’s LightHouse 3 OS software system.

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FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today a slate of new technologies launching from their award-winning, Raymarine-branded Axiom® line of multifunction navigation displays (MFD). Visitors to the FLIR and Raymarine booth at the Miami International Boat Show this week are invited to see Axiom’s LightHouse™ Apps, the Raymarine LINK™ mobile app, and Axiom integration for UAVs.

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FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today their most advanced solid-state marine radar, the Quantum 2 with doppler target identification technology. Designed for integrating with Raymarine’s award winning Axiom® multifunction displays, Quantum 2 enhances boater’s situational awareness by intelligently identifying moving and static targets on both long and short ranges.

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The new Raymarine AIS700 Class B transceiver enables boat owners to share the same antenna with their onboard VHF equipment making installation much easier, tidier and less expensive.

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The Port of Prince Rupert in British Columbia is Canada’s second largest container port and North America’s fastest growing port for transpacific trade. As such, the Port of Prince Rupert is committed to providing mariners with safe, efficient, and productive port operations.

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Anchor Lights, Aerators, Bilge Pumps, Blowers, Cabin Lights, Courtesy Lights... does this sequence sound familiar? It’s the switch panel on your helm, and it's just part of the A to Z listing of your boat’s electrical equipment. In addition to switches and alarms, indicator lights and gauges cover many portions of a boat’s helm and interior. Remembering what they all do, and making sure they are all in the correct positions can be challenging even for experienced captains.

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Since its launch at the Miami International Boat Show in February 2017, Raymarine’s game-changing Axiom units with RealVision 3D technology have been shaking up the marine electronics industry.

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The new FLIR M232 marine thermal night vision camera has received a DAME Design Award Special Mention accolade in the ‘Marine Electronics and Marine Related Software’ category at this year’s METSTRADE. Launched in February of this year, the M232 belongs to the FLIR M100 and M200 series and is FLIR’s smallest and most affordable pan and tilt marine thermal night vision camera. Using FLIR’s latest generation Boson™ thermal core, the M232 lets boaters see at night in 320 x 240 thermal resolution and features 4x digital zoom. The ground-breaking M232 also offers full pan and tilt for viewing 360 degrees in both vertical and horizontal planes.

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One of the best ways to get the most out of any marine electronics is to update software when it becomes available. Make this a habit and you’re sure to stay on the cutting edge—all without any additional investment. For boaters and anglers using Raymarine Axiom units, the new LightHouse 3.2 operating software update provides numerous enhancements and an even more intuitive, seamless, and fluid user experience.

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Raymarine, a FLIR brand, recently announced its latest line of Axiom™ Multifunction Displays (MFD) at HISWA In-Water. The new Axiom Pro Advanced Multifunction Displays, which will be making their European debut, have been designed for offshore enthusiasts and professional captains.

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Enabling super yachts, first responders and commercial vessels to visualize long-range targets with exceptional clarity, the new FLIR M500 Multi-Sensor Maritime Camera is our most advanced addition to the award-winning M-Series platform to date. The multi-sensor thermal maritime camera provides professional captains with enhanced situational awareness to detect targets more than 15 kilometers, navigate tight waterways and avoid collisions, day or night.

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The Raymarine sponsored Skinfit, a German designed D35 multihull, has won the prestigious Rund Um 2017, which took place on Lake Constance last month against the stunning backdrop of the Alps. As one of Germany’s largest mass start races and one of the oldest freshwater regattas in Europe, the annual event attracts over 350 yachts, which race around the lake for the coveted Blue Riband.

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As headline sponsor of Luremasters, one of Europe’s fastest growing recreational boat fishing competition, Raymarine urges recreational fishing fans to sign up quickly.

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Reported to be the toughest OSTAR ever run due to storm conditions, claiming thirteen retirements and several rescues, experienced Italian yachtsman Andrea Mura crossed the finishing line after 17 days 4 hours and 6 minutes at sea, becoming the first competitor to have won three of these gruelling events since 2012. Sailing the 2800 miles from Plymouth UK to Newport USA single handed, Mura endured the extreme conditions of the North Atlantic, said to be the worst ever for the event.

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During a recent sea trial for Axiom™ Multifunction Displays with RealVision 3D™ Sonar, Raymarine’s UK-based test boat Raymariner came upon an interesting underwater target.  The M/V Margaret Smith was a coal dredger that capsized and sank near Yarmouth, UK in 1978.  The wreck is part of the New Forest National Park and has become a popular feature for fishermen and scuba divers alike.  Known to locals as “The Maggie”, the ship is now home to a wide array of different fish species.  It’s also a great structure for testing and calibrating sonar equipment since it's a relatively young shipwreck that is well documented in both photo and video.

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FLIR has been awarded a $50 million contract from the U.S. Coast Guard for integrated navigation electronics under the U.S. Coast Guard’s Scalable Integrated Navigation Systems 2 (SINS-2) program. As part of the contract, FLIR will provide electronics systems that will be standard fit on over 2,000 U.S. Coast Guard vessels, ranging from small-class boats through large cutter-class vessels.

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FLIR's most affordable and compact pan-and-tilt marine thermal cameras to date, the FLIR M132 and M232 cameras are engineered with FLIR's Boson high-performance thermal camera core, which features a multi-core video processor that delivers superior image quality and thermal analytics features.

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BoatAdvice Senior Writer Dom Wiseman takes an in depth look at the new Axiom 12" MFD with RealVision 3D Sonar and the new LightHouse 3 operating system.

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Long-time charter skipper and champion game fisherman Scott Thorrington lives by a simple motto when he's out on the water. "There's no such thing as too much info when you're hunting for fish," he says Thorrington, who operates Haven Charters from the NSW Central Coast, relied on Raymarine's class-leading sounder technology to come up trumps in the recent NSWGFA Interclub. In fact, he says his use of Raymarine technology during the past three years has vastly improved his tournament results more generally.

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FLIR is now pleased to announce that the M-Series pan/tilt multi-sensor system design has been re-engineered to offer additional functionality, improved performance, and enhanced situational awareness

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New compact FLIR M100/M200 thermal cameras deliver a new level of awareness on the water.  The benefits of thermal cameras include enhanced awareness while fishing, sailing, or cruising at night.

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Raymarine launches quad-core touch-screen MFD with 3D viewing and real CHIRP functionality at the 2017 Miami International Boat Show. We are pleased to announce an all-new family of Raymarine MFDs called Axiom, game-changers poised to shake up the marine electronics industry.

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FLIR unveiled today a redesign of the Raymarine brand, including a new logo, icon and tagline to be used in all marketing activities and throughout its products lines. Both the new brand design and tagline, ‘Simply Superior,’ represents FLIR’s commitment to delivering world-class marine electronics through its Raymarine brand.

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The all-new RMK-10 remote keypad accessory bring the controls of your LightHouse II multifunction display right to your fingertips! Compatible with Raymarine a, c, e, eS and gS-Series MFDs, the ultra-compact RMK-10 can be mounted in landscape or portrait orientation and fits just about anywhere.

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Raymarine is pleased to announce an all-new version of its popular Wi-Fish mobile app for use with Dragonfly-PRO and Wi-Fish CHIRP Sonar systems. The app has been expanded and now includes Augmented Reality Viewing of your saved waypoints and fishing hot-spots.

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Raymarine’s Evolution R4 Autopilot system is going around-the-world in the most grueling sailing race of all – the 2016-2017 Vendée Globe. Japanese skipper Kojiro Shiraishi chose Evolution to steer his boat Spirit of Yukoh for this edition of the legendary round-the-world, non-stop, single-handed race.

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On Sunday 6th November, Alex Thomson commenced his challenge to become the first British skipper to win the Vendée Globe onboard Hugo Boss. The Vendée Globe is a round-the-world single-handed yacht race, sailed non-stop and without assistance.

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When Sam Fortescure, Sailing Today's editor decided it was time to upgrade the marine instruments on his Sadler 34 to a modern NMEA 2000 network, Raymarine was the obvious choice for him.

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Chris Tibbs, Sailor, Meteorologist and Raymarine Pro Ambassador draws on his wealth of knowledge and experience to give you a definitive guide designed to help you safely and competently cross the Bay of Biscay.

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Catching live bait might not be the most popular aspect of deep sea fishing, but if done right, it can mean the difference between great fishing and frustration.

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The FLIR Maritime M618CS, the company’s most advanced member in its industry-leading line of M-Series thermal night vision systems, captured the 2016 Product of Excellence Award in the Marine Cameras category at the recent National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) convention held in Naples, Florida.

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Raymarine Pro Ambassador, Alan Waston goes deep into the realms of this essential distress and safety system, to help you see and been seen on the open waters.

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Our LightHouse II operating system now features advance AIS Collision Avoidance tools. Ben Meakins from Practical Boat Owner put these new features to the test

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WILSONVILLE, OR – August 1, 2016 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announces the release of Evolution™ Release 4 (R4), the most significant update to its award-winning Raymarine Evolution Autopilots. Engineered for both sailing and power boat applications, Evolution R4 brings wind and waypoint autopilot steering to new level of accurate and responsive control, making steering to a destination easier, faster, and more efficient.

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Read the in-depth review of Quantum’s CHIRP pulse compression radar technology and learn how Quantum performs against magnetron based radome and open array radars.

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Today Raymarine announced the latest version of their popular color multifunction instrument for sailing, fishing or cruising, the Raymarine i70s. The i70s is easy-to-customize to suit a user’s personal boating requirements, from traditional analog dials to extra-large digital and graphical displays, providing the flexibility to display instrument and navigation data that is most important to the user.

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WILSONVILLE, OR – May 26th, 2016 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced that the latest Raymarine LightHouse OS now includes a graphical weather forecast (GRIB) viewer app, which enables boaters to access Theyr global weather data on-demand directly on a Raymarine multifunction navigation displays.

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We are pleased to announce the expansion of our marine IP camera product line with the all new high definition CAM210 and CAM220 cameras.Both models are engineered for simple video over IP connectivity to our family of LightHouse II powered multifunction displays.

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A breakthrough in marine navigation, Navionics Dock-to-dock Autorouting creates intelligent, detailed routes through narrow passages and channels where they’re needed most. Users can choose their start and end points, then can take advantage of Navionics’ sophisticated algorithms which calculate a detailed route that takes into consideration chart data, navigation aids, and water depth.

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Sail racers with Raymarine onboard can now take full advantage of our LightHouse II Release 14 Sail Race features, by importing Solent Race Mark positions directly into your Multifunction Display.

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The newest addition to Raymarine’s line of fixed-mount radios is the compact Ray52 VHF with built-in GPS receiver. The Ray52’s ultra-compact size makes it perfect for crowded helms because it can fit just about anywhere. Its oversized controls and big backlit LCD display make it easy to use, day or night.

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Although Andrea is solo sailor, he was accompanied by full suite of Raymarine electronics during the race.  Andrea’s Open 50 Vento di Sardegna is equipped with our new Quantum CHIRP radar and our Evolution autopilot during the race.

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Raymarine Pro Ambassador, Alan Watson Shares His Pre-Season Boating Checklist To Keep You Safe On The Water

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The new Dragonfly 7 PRO is Raymarine’s most feature-rich sonar/GPS combination yet for fresh and coastal saltwater fishing. Offering the same advanced features as the award-winning Dragonfly 5 PRO, Dragonfly 7 PRO is equipped with an extra-large 7” display for maximum visibility. The super bright display is also optically-bonded for all-weather performance, and is guaranteed to never fog up.

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FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced the Raymarine Quantum CHIRP radar, the industry’s first recreational marine radar dome featuring CHIRP pulse compression technology. A new approach to marine radar, Quantum CHIRP radar sets a new standard for compact solid state radar, delivering superior radar imaging on both long and short ranges.

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We're excited to announce that the FLIR AX8 has won the 2016 Innovation Award at the Miami International Boat Show. The Innovation Award honors manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, innovative products for the boating industry to market.

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Today at the Miami International Boat Show, Raymarine announced a partnership with Rockford Fosgate, an industry leader in high-performance audio systems, in the development of integrated audio solutions for use with Raymarine’s Multifunction Displays (MFDs) for the marine industry.

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Team Raymarine was delighted to accept the Sailing Today award for Gear Innovation (in association with NASA Marine) for the Raymarine Evolution autopilot.

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WILSONVILLE, OR –September, 15th, 2015 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced the release of the latest upgrade to its acclaimed LightHouse II operating system for Raymarine multifunction displays (MFDs). Underscoring FLIR’s commitment to enhance the boating experience through innovation, LightHouse II Release 15 gives captains the ability to monitor their engine room using the new FLIR AX8 marine thermal camera system, improves collision avoidance with completely new graphical representations of AIS targets, and now supports direct software updates over Wi-Fi to keep Raymarine users up-to-date with the latest technology.

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CHIRP-powered Dragonfly®, new sonar modules, and eS Series multifunction displays transform anglers’ underwater vision

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With the addition of SonarChart Live, Raymarine Dragonfly PRO and Wi-Fish owners can use their mobile device to watch as new charts reveal the shape of the sea floor with detailed bottom contours – in real time as the boat moves across the water. The new chart appears as an additional layer over an existing map while the up-to-the-minute details are saved and stored on the mobile device for continued private use, and can be edited and refined over time. Raymarine users can also take advantage of the unique split-screen fishfinder view within the Navionics Boating app, enabling them to display charts and CHIRP DownVision™ in the palm of their hands. A conventional sonar fishfinder view is also available when used with Dragonfly PRO models.

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FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:FLIR) announced the release of the latest update to its acclaimed LightHouse II operating system for Raymarine multifunction displays (MFDs), with advanced features designed specifically for sailboats. LightHouse II Release 14 offers multiple tools to help sailors determine the quickest, most efficient ways to navigate while racing or cruising.The free update is available for aSeries, cSeries, eSeries, gS Series, and the new eS Series line of high performance MFDs.

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FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced the release of the new Raymarine eS Series line of HybridTouch™ multifunction displays. Powered by Raymarine’s advanced LightHouse II user interface, the eS Series includes three high-performance navigation displays that offer unprecedented control and ease-of-use in a sleek, ergonomic design.

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February 11th, 2015 - FLIR Systems (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced the release of three new sonars and two new thermal cameras that have one goal in mind: making your time on the water safer and more enjoyable than ever. With FLIR’s industry-leading thermal imaging technology, the new M400 stabilized multi-sensor thermal camera, and handheld Ocean Scout™ thermal camera, give boaters unprecedented ability to spot other vessels, avoid collisions, and stay safe on the water by seeing clearly in total darkness and in bad weather. Designed from the ground up to give anglers unparalleled fish-targeting capability, Raymarine’s new CP570 Professional CHIRP sonar, CP470 CHIRP sonar and CP370 digital sonar redefine blue water sonar with clutter free images of bait fish and the predators around them in deep water.

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WILSONVILLE, OR and FAREHAM, UK – January 8,2015 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) – Dedicated to advancing sonar technology for fishermen, FLIR Systems is introducing seven new models that form the next generation of Raymarine’s Dragonfly product line at the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The new Dragonfly range offers anglers advanced CHIRP sonar vision, superior color displays, and wireless mobile device integration.

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Committed to giving boaters around the world access to the best charting experience, FLIR Systems is pleased to announce support for C-MAP by Jeppesen cartography in the company’s range of Raymarine Multifunction Displays. Raymarine and Jeppesen have collaborated to achieve a powerful and flexible navigation experience with support for C-MAP 4D across Raymarine’s range of LightHouse™ II based multifunction displays. The Raymarine line of Dragonfly Sonar/GPS will also support C-MAP, giving anglers access to Jeppesen’s extensive worldwide map library.

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FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) is pleased to announce the launch of the Raymarine Ray70 Multifunction VHF Marine Radio and the LightHouse II Version 12 Software upgrade for Raymarine multifunction displays. Raymarine’s new line of VHF radios are being showcased this week at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2014.

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FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) is delighted to announce that three of its products won awards at the recent 2014 National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) annual convention and expo, held in Fort Myers, USA Oct. 8-11.

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In a continuing effort to provide fishermen and boaters with the tools they need for success on the water, Raymarine is announcing two new technology options for its LightHouse II powered line of multifunction displays. The new CP200 SideVision™ sonar module expands anglers’ underwater horizons with crystal-clear CHIRP side-scanning sonar and the new CAM200IP marine video camera brings high definition video monitoring to Raymarine multifunction displays.

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Leading marine electronics manufacturer, Raymarine invites competitors taking part in the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race to the Island Sailing Club, Cowes, at 1800 on Friday 20th June to hear the latest weather and tidal information prior to the race. This up to the minute information will be available live and free to all attendees, thanks to Raymarine’s Weather Briefing.

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Raymarine is pleased to announce that two of the company’s ground-breaking products are now compatible with selected Yanmar engine systems. Fully tested and certified by both parties,the Evolution™ DBW brings autopilot control to vessels equipped with Yanmar VC10 and JC10 (Joystick) Control Systems; connecting direct to provide unrivalled steering control of the Yanmar propulsion systems. The ECI-100Universal Engine and Control Interface gives access, via Raymarine multifunction displays (MFDs), to Yanmar engine data

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Raymarine, a division of FLIR Systems, is announcing today the all new a9 and a12 multifunction displays. Both models will make their public debut at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show in Queensland Australia. The new 9” and 12” multi-touch displays are equipped with Raymarine’s best-in-class touch-screen display technology with pinch-to-zoom, a fast 10Hz internal GPS and extensive wired and wireless networking expansion capabilities.

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Raymarine, a division of FLIR Systems is announcing today the launch of the 19” gS195 Glass Bridge Multifunction Display. The gS195 will make its public debut at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show in Queensland Australia. Raymarine’s largest LightHouse II powered multifunction display, the gS195 joins the 9”, 12”, and 15.4” in the gS Series family of glass bridge multifunction displays. Engineered for premium yachts, the gS195’s edge-to-edge glass construction and slim bezel design blends beautifully with modern helms.

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Raymarine is proud to announce the company’s sponsorship of the inaugural Raymarine J/80 Championships. A season-long series of UK-based events, the 2014 Raymarine J/80 Championship starts in April with the Warsash Spring Championships, moving on to the J/80 Nationals in Poole and the Royal Southern Yacht Club Regatta in May. June sees the 2014 Raymarine J/80 Championship take in the JP Morgan Round the Island Race, followed by the J-Cup in July, culminating in the last weekend of Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week in August. The J/80 is a highly successful One Design with over 1450 J/80s sailing world-wide.

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Navico Inc. and Navico Holding AS, and Raymarine Inc, are pleased to announce that they have resolved their disputes through a license to Navico's patented DownScan sonar technologies. Raymarine and Navico have mutually agreed to dismiss all patent litigations and disputes between them. The terms of the patent license and resolution are confidential.

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Raymarine is pleased to announce the addition of new Hydro-Balance™ technology to its multiple award-winning Evolution™ autopilot line. This new patent-pending technology brings an even higher level of autopilot steering performance to boats with hydraulic steering systems. Specifically designed for hydraulic steering systems which have no rudder reference fitted, Hydro-Balance™ is particularly effective on boats with outboard engines.

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Raymarine is proud to introduce the new 7” display version of its award-winning Dragonfly® Sonar/GPS – the Dragonfly7. Since its launch last year, Dragonfly’s high-performance, dual-channel CHIRP sonar and GPS chartplotter combination has taken the fishing world by storm; bringing the power and crisp detail of advanced CHIRP DownVision™ sonar to inland and coastal anglers at a very affordable price. The new Dragonfly7 steps up the screen-size with a best-in-class 7” widescreen display and comes with the added advantage of optional overhead mounting, whilst maintaining tilt-and-swivel capability.