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Beyond the Call: Volunteer Sacrifices and the Radios Powering Search & Rescue Missions in the Field

Search and rescue missions are often measured in minutes, where clear communication can mean the difference between life and death. In King County, Washington, search and rescue operations are powered primarily by volunteers—about 600 individuals alongside 16 sheriff’s deputies. Collectively, these volunteers respond to 150–200 missions per year, contribute more than 49,000 hours annually,…

Icom Powers 3Y0K: Ham Radio’s Most Ambitious DXpedition to Remote Bouvet Island (Part 1)

Bouvet Island sits at the edge of the world. It is frozen, uninhabited, and almost impossible to access. Fewer people have set foot there than in space. That level of remoteness is exactly what makes it so valuable to amateur radio operators. The island ranks tenth on ClubLog’s list of Most Wanted DXCC entities,…

Fact or Fiction with Captain Kelly: UHF vs. VHF Radio Communication on Board

Ship crews choose different radio frequencies depending on whether they're communicating internally or across open water

Where is Icom? Here, There, and Everywhere at the Miami Boat Show 2024

The marine industry's go-to communication standard demonstrated why it's become an essential feature across vessels of every size and style

Icom at the Helm: Navigating Success at the Seattle Boat Show 2024

Marine professionals and enthusiasts discover why cutting-edge communication technology remains critical for safety and reliability on the water

Radio Ensures Safety First in the High-Stakes Game of Offshore Racing

Critical communication systems keep high-speed powerboat competitors safe and coordinated across unpredictable open waters