Yachting Electronics Updates
Updated EU Marine Equipment Directive (MED) effective September 2025
The EU's 9th Implementing Regulation updates the Marine Equipment Directive, introducing new and revised type approval and performance standards for key electronic navigation and communication equipment. Notable items include GNSS (with new IRNSS sub-item), night vision for high-speed craft, simplified voyage data recorders, integrated navigation systems, and updated VHF radio standards for DSC and radiotelephony.
Teledyne Marine showcases GPS-denied navigation solutions
Teledyne Marine unveiled its new compact, low-power navigation system designed for use in GPS-denied environments, targeting subsea and surface vessels with reliable underwater acoustic navigation. This technology supports enhanced positioning accuracy and operational resilience for complex marine applications.
Exail to supply next-gen acoustic navigation for deep sea vessels
Exail has been selected to provide Rovins 9-DVL acoustic navigation systems combined with Gaps M7 positioning for deep-sea exploration vehicles, delivering accurate location data even without GNSS signals.
Industry leaders highlight innovation at Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo Europe
The September 2025 issue of Electric & Hybrid Marine Technology magazine features coverage on innovative marine electronics solutions emphasizing renewable energy integration, hybrid propulsion, and new safety technologies, including the launch of the Ferrari Hypersail project powered entirely by renewable energy.
Besenzoni launches advanced Manta series helm seats
The new Manta helm seats improve navigation ergonomics and integrate with advanced controls, enhancing yacht helm stations' operational comfort and functionality.
Garmin and Raymarine integrations expand marine electronics capabilities
Recent collaborations and software updates from Garmin and Raymarine include new AIS warning features and integration of watermaker controls on display units, improving situational awareness and system monitoring for yacht operators.
