Icom — Marine
GMDSS stations, fixed-mount and floating handheld VHF, MF/HF SSB, AIS transponders, and radar for commercial and recreational vessels.
Icom — Marine, GMDSS, AIS & Radar
Icom's marine range runs from floating handhelds and fixed-mount VHF sets through to full GMDSS stations, MF/HF SSB, AIS transponders, and radar. As an authorized distributor, Mega Communication supplies and supports the SOLAS-approved GMDSS equipment that commercial vessels are required to carry.
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GMDSS VHF Transceiver — Class A DSC
The VHF element of a full GMDSS radio station for SOLAS-regulated vessels on international voyages. Class A DSC with a dedicated distress key and a separate receiver that watches Channel 70 continuously.
Specifications
Key Features
- Meets GMDSS carriage requirements for SOLAS vessels
- Independent Channel 70 DSC watch receiver
- Dedicated, guarded distress button
- 100 MMSI entries with 10-character names
- 10 W audio through an external speaker
- Pairs with the GM800 for a complete VHF/MF/HF station
GMDSS MF/HF SSB Transceiver
The MF/HF half of a complete GMDSS station. Where VHF reaches the horizon, MF/HF carries distress and routine traffic over ocean distances, as required for vessels operating in sea areas A3 and A4.
Specifications
Key Features
- Long-range distress and safety communication
- Class A DSC with dedicated distress call
- Covers GMDSS sea areas A3 and A4
- Scanning DSC watch-keeping receiver
- Integrates with the GM600 for a full GMDSS station
- Designed for continuous shipboard duty
GMDSS VHF/DSC Transceiver — MED Approved
An ITU Class A VHF/DSC transceiver carrying European MED wheelmark approval. Built around a large dot-matrix display and oversized controls intended to be usable in rough seas and poor light.
Specifications
Key Features
- Independent DSC receiver monitors Ch 70 while you work another channel
- Seven levels of display backlighting for day and night use
- Large dials and buttons operable in heavy weather and with gloves
- ITU Class A DSC for SOLAS compliance
- European MED wheelmark approved
- Contact us for remaining stock and current alternatives
GMDSS Survival Craft VHF Radiotelephone
The handheld carried in lifeboats and liferafts. It is stored unused for years on a primary lithium battery, then has to work first time — so it is built around reliability and shelf life rather than features.
Specifications
Key Features
- Meets SOLAS survival craft two-way radiotelephone requirements
- Primary lithium battery gives years of standby shelf life
- Separate rechargeable pack for routine drills and training
- Simple large controls usable with cold, wet hands
- High-visibility yellow body, buoyant lanyard
- Built to survive drop and immersion testing
Fixed-Mount VHF Radios4 products
Compact Fixed-Mount VHF Transceiver
A compact fixed-mount VHF for wheelhouses where panel space is tight. Covers the essentials — 25 W, DSC, and a clear display — without the cost of a feature-heavy set.
Specifications
Key Features
- Compact chassis fits confined helm positions
- IPX7 — withstands spray and brief immersion
- Built-in DSC for distress and routine calling
- Clear backlit display readable in sunlight
- Dualwatch and tri-watch channel monitoring
- Straightforward controls for everyday use
Fixed-Mount VHF Transceiver with Class D DSC
A 25 W fixed-mount VHF with Class D DSC and an intuitive control layout. A dependable primary radio for commercial workboats and larger leisure craft.
Specifications
Key Features
- Class D DSC with continuous Channel 70 watch
- Distress, individual, group, all-ships, and position calls
- IPX7 rated — 1 m immersion for 30 minutes
- Dualwatch and tri-watch functions
- NMEA 0183 input and output for GPS and plotters
- Clear, uncluttered front-panel layout
Ultra-Compact VHF with Built-in GPS
One of the smallest fixed-mount VHF sets Icom builds, with a GPS receiver already inside. The integrated GPS means DSC distress calls carry an accurate position without wiring in an external feed.
Specifications
Key Features
- Built-in GPS — position is sent automatically with any distress call
- Among the most compact fixed-mount VHF radios available
- Class D DSC with continuous Ch 70 watch
- IPX7 waterproof construction
- AquaQuake function clears water from the speaker
- Ideal where helm panel space is at a premium
Fixed-Mount VHF Transceiver
A 25 W fixed-mount VHF with Class D DSC, dualwatch and tri-watch, and weather channel alerting. A long-serving workhorse set for commercial and leisure vessels.
Specifications
Key Features
- Class D DSC monitoring Ch 70 while receiving another channel
- Dualwatch and tri-watch for guarding Ch 16
- Weather channels with automatic alert tone
- IPX7 rated against spray and immersion
- Backlit display and keys for night operation
- Proven design with wide parts and accessory availability
Handheld VHF Radios3 products
Floating Handheld VHF Transceiver
A slim, buoyant handheld that floats and flashes if it goes over the side. At around 220 g it is light enough to be carried all day, which is the difference between a radio that gets used and one left in a locker.
Specifications
Key Features
- Floats, and flashes a red LED when it hits the water
- Very light and slim — comfortable for all-day carry
- USB charging from any standard supply
- IPX7 waterproof to 1 m for 30 minutes
- AquaQuake drains water from the speaker
- Simple menu suited to occasional users and crew
Floating Handheld VHF — 6 W
A buoyant 6 W handheld that trades a little slimness for more transmit power and battery capacity. The step up from the IC-M25 where range genuinely matters.
Specifications
Key Features
- 6 W output — strong for a floating handheld
- Floats if dropped overboard
- Long operating time from the high-capacity pack
- IPX7 waterproof construction
- AquaQuake clears water from the speaker grille
- Loud audio for use on open decks
Professional Handheld VHF — IPX8
The professional-grade handheld in the range. IPX8 rather than IPX7, with active noise cancelling that makes a measurable difference on a noisy deck or in a following wind.
Specifications
Key Features
- IPX8 — the highest immersion rating in the handheld range
- Active noise cancelling on both transmit and receive
- 700 mW audio cuts through engine and wind noise
- 6 W output for reliable ship-to-ship working
- Built for daily commercial use, not occasional boating
- Slim body despite the commercial-grade construction
MF/HF SSB1 product
MF/HF SSB Marine Transceiver with DSC
A single-sideband MF/HF set for vessels working beyond VHF range. Handles voice, Class E DSC, and — with a suitable modem — email and weather files from mid-ocean without satellite airtime.
Specifications
Key Features
- Ocean-range voice communication with no infrastructure
- Class E DSC distress and routine calling
- Email and GRIB weather files via an external modem
- Colour display with clear channel and frequency readout
- Remote-mountable controller for flexible installation
- Ideal for long-distance cruising and offshore fishing fleets
AIS Transponders1 product
Class B AIS Transponder
A Class B AIS transponder that both receives and transmits, so your vessel appears on the screens of ships around you rather than only seeing them. Includes a colour touchscreen for standalone use.
Specifications
Key Features
- Transmits as well as receives — you are seen, not just seeing
- Colour touchscreen works standalone without a chartplotter
- NMEA 2000 and 0183 output to plotters and radar
- CPA and TCPA collision alarms on AIS targets
- One-touch DSC calling to an AIS target via a linked Icom VHF
- Significant safety gain in busy shipping lanes
Marine Radar2 products
Marine Radar — 10.4 in Colour LCD
A 10.4-inch colour radar display with target tracking, suited to workboats, fishing vessels, and larger leisure craft. Available with radome or open array antennas depending on the range required.
Specifications
Key Features
- Bright 10.4 in colour display readable in daylight
- Automatic target acquisition with CPA and TCPA calculation
- AIS targets overlaid on the radar picture
- Configurable guard zones with audible alarm
- Echo trails show target movement at a glance
- Matches radome or open array antennas to the vessel
Marine Radar — 12.1 in Colour LCD
The larger display in the radar range, at 12.1 inches, supplied here with an open array antenna. The bigger scanner delivers sharper bearing discrimination — separating two targets that a radome would merge into one.
Specifications
Key Features
- 12.1 in colour display for detailed target presentation
- Open array antenna sharpens bearing discrimination
- Automatic target tracking with CPA and TCPA
- AIS targets shown alongside radar echoes
- Guard zones with audible intrusion alarm
- Suited to commercial vessels and larger fishing craft
Further Models3 products
Marine System Unit
A unit in the Mega Communication Icom marine range. Contact our team for the current data sheet and configuration options.
Specifications
Key Features
- Supplied and supported locally by Mega Communication
- Installation and commissioning support available
- Full specifications on request
Portable Radio Terminal
A portable terminal listed in both our Icom marine and land ranges. Contact our team for the current data sheet and the configuration suited to your application.
Specifications
Key Features
- Supplied and supported locally by Mega Communication
- Available for both marine and land applications
- Full specifications on request
Repeater Unit
A repeater unit listed in both our Icom marine and land ranges, used to extend coverage. Contact our team for the current data sheet and site planning support.
Specifications
Key Features
- Extends portable and mobile coverage
- Available for both marine and land applications
- Site survey and installation support available
- Full specifications on request
Interested in Icom Marine Equipment?
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