Marine Communications

One Device, Two Networks: Meet IP-M60, the World’s First LTE and VHF Marine Hybrid Transceiver

Icom’s IP-M60 sets a new standard in marine communications by bringing LTE and VHF into a single, purpose-built hybrid transceiver. It uniquely combines a traditional VHF marine transceiver—relied on worldwide for maritime safety—with LTE connectivity for long-range, land-based communication within cellular coverage. By uniting these two networks in a single handheld device, the IP-M60…

Voices Over the Water: From Air Traffic to Shore Teams, Icom Radios Are the Lifeline of the Seaplane Base at AirVenture 2025

At Oshkosh’s AirVenture, aviation enthusiasts flock to the skies, but one of the most unique experiences happens off the runway at the Seaplane Base. This watery extension of the world’s largest fly-in is where aircraft meet the elements—and where communication becomes the ultimate safety tool. Unlike traditional fields, the seaplane base operates in a…

Icom’s IP Radios Fill Critical Gaps in Privacy, Range, and Cost for Commercial Fishermen

The 2024 Pacific Marine Expo served as a platform for exploring how advanced radio technologies are supporting specialized industries. Secure and far-reaching communication remains a critical need for the commercial fishing sector. Rick Waedekin, the President of Coast Marine Marketing and Icom’s West Coast Sales Rep, spoke with Harold Whittlesy of Satellite Technical Services…

Fact or Fiction: X-band vs. S-band Radar and Exploring Their Effectiveness

Maritime professionals must understand how wavelength differences impact radar performance in challenging conditions

The Liquid Fire Fishing Team’s Journey Exemplifies Navigating the Waters with Family

When family bonds and business ambitions align, a thriving enterprise emerges from shared passion for the 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

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

Racing Waves: Unleashing the Power of Radio Communication in Powerboat P1 Racing

Reliable radio systems become the lifeline that separates critical incidents from managed emergencies in offshore racing

How Marines Master Communications Through Radio

Effective radio protocols transform military coordination from chaotic to seamless across all operational levels

Icom Honors Our Vets

A Marine Corps veteran reflects on how military service shaped his leadership and forged lifelong bonds with those who served alongside him

Surviving Bad Weather: Top 5 Tips from Icom

When severe weather strikes, advance preparation and reliable communication tools become the difference between safety and crisis

Unboxing the IC-M410BB with Ray Novak

A senior sales manager reveals what's inside this marine radio kit and why its thoughtful design matters for boat operators

A Quick Look at Icom’s IC-M410BB

An expert walkthrough reveals how this marine radio device combines critical safety features with intuitive controls for vessel operators