Marine Radio Technology

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…

Solo Sailing Around the World Demands Reliable Communication, Sound Judgment, and a Respect for Risk

For most people, crossing an ocean by sail sits firmly in the realm of the dangerous and impractical. Doing it alone, on a small boat, means weeks without land, crew, or margin for error. While modern adventure is often designed to feel safe and predictable, solo ocean sailing offers none of that—only isolation, consequence,…

From Ground to Sky: How Icom Radios Connect Crews, Docks, and Air Traffic at AirVenture 2025

Nestled in the shaded quiet of Oshkosh’s Seaplane Base, there exists a side of EAA AirVenture that many attendees never see. Unlike the bustling main grounds, the Seaplane Base operates for just one week each year, transforming from an unused shoreline into a hub of aviation activity. It takes hundreds of volunteers and days…

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…

Icom’s Wireless LAN Radio System: Redefining Communication in the Commercial Boating Industry

Icom’s Senior Sales Manager, Ray Novak, joins Rick Waedekin, Icom’s West Coast Rep and Coast Marine Marketing President, for a conversation at the Pacific Marine Expo. They discuss Icom’s new wireless LAN radio system designed to improve marine communication through secure, internet-based connectivity. These radios are compact, waterproof, and built to handle rugged conditions. Unlike…

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

Captain Kelly Details Some Facts About Marine VHF Radios and Their Use On Shore

Most people misunderstand the legal rules around using marine VHF radios away from the water

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

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

Exploring the Splendor of Lake Powell with Up Lake Adventures

A Utah-based tour operator reveals how reliable communication technology transforms water adventures into safer, more connected experiences