Two-way radio communications manufacturer Icom has launched the world's first marine VHF hand-portable radio with an integrated AIS receiver as well as DSC and GPS.

The IC-M94DE is the first handheld marine radio that offers users receive information broadcast by other AIS-equipped vessels. The IC-M94DE provides vessel traffic information shown on the radios large display. With its new design and simple to use features, this, says ICOM, is a game-changing device for anyone who ventures out to sea for recreation or work.

The Icom IC-M94DE is the world's first marine VHF handportable radio with an integrated AIS receiver as well as DSC and GPS

Other features include 6W of RF power, class-leading 1500 mW of audio output with improved acoustic sound clarity, ensuring clear communications no matter the environment. This hand portable has more battery power (approx. 10 hours) for extended operations. You can also assign up to 50 favourite destinations, fishing spots etc. as waypoints with the enhanced Navigation feature.

The radio features Icom's own Float'n Flash and AquaQuake, keeping your radio operational if it becomes submerged. The Man Overboard function is included for operator protection. Pressing the distress button while Float'n Flash is activated will transmit the MOB distress signal, allowing the operator to be more quickly and easily located.

The IC-M94DE will be available from CH Marine in Ireland from mid-April.

Yacht Chandlery & Marine Equipment Specialists CH Marine are hitting the ground running this new year with special deals for getting the boat ready for the 2021 season. 

CH Marine say Irish winters are tough on boats so have put together a wide range of boat cleaning products, now in stock. 

During the lockdown, CH Marine is open via its online shop and its stores are open for essential services such as lifejacket and liferaft servicing.

The Irish marine firm offers free returns with An Post and you can order online or by phone.

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At a loss for gift ideas this Christmas? CH Marine has got you covered with nautical treats for all the family!

Whether for him or for her, for the kids or other families, there’s a wide selection of products to choose from — including some at very special Christmas prices.

On a tight budget? CH Marine has made it easy for you to find the right gift whether under €50, under €100 or under €200.

Those looking to spend a little more or even go all out this Christmas are well catered for at CH Marine, which also has a selection of gift ideas tailored for gadget fans.

Still not quite sure what to get to make this Christmas special? CH Marine’s online gift certificates are available for any amount up to €1,000 to make the New Year brighter.

But don’t wait too long, as orders must be placed before Wednesday 16 October to ensure your gifts arrive before Christmas Day!

CH Marine—one of Ireland's leading marine equipment supply companies—is seeking applications for full-and part-time sales personnel to join our sales team. We have vacancies in our technical sailing & general marine equipment sales departments.

Preferred applicants will have the following skill sets:

• Knowledge and experience in sailing and boating
• An interest in IT and web-based selling
• A high level of self-motivation
• Accountability and organisational skills

Please apply in the form on this link here.

CH Marine have everything you’ll need to winterise your boat, with an extensive range of trusted boat care products.

Highlights include the award-winning Meaco DD8L Desiccant Dehumidifier Junior — a cost-effective solution to helping keep your boat (or garage or workshop) mould- and damp-free over the winter months.

And you can choose from a wide selection of polishes and waxes from leading brands like 3M and Starbrite, along with sponges and brushes you can use to keep your vessel in tip-top condition.

As always, CH Marine offers worldwide shipping — and free delivery within the island of Ireland for orders over €50.

Visit CHMarine.com for these items and so much more.

CH Marine is currently recruiting for a sales and administration person for Bantry Bay Canoes, the busy and expanding kayaking and watersports division based at its Skibbereen outlet.

A proficient knowledge of all codes of paddling is essential, alongside modern administration skills to handle stock control and ordering, marketing, web sales and basic web maintenance.

To apply for this role, fill in the form on the CH Marine website HERE.

Get the ‘best prices on the internet’ for Musto jackets and trousers at CH Marine.

The chandlery’s big sale currently has the latest season inshore and offshore wear at big discounts.

Get this year’s BR1 inshore jackets, with options for men and women, for just €185 (was €230) — while you can save €100 on 2020 BR2 offshore jackets at only €249 (was €349).

Trousers and shorts are also available, and you can also bag a bargain with big price cuts on last season’s range.

And they’re selling fast so only available while stocks last at CHMarine.com

With the weather looking up from this weekend, there’s no better time to get out and have fun on the water with a Jobe towables from CH Marine.

The range includes inflatable chairs like the two-seater Anura, now only €239 — and watersleds like the one-person Sunray, now only €165.

Options for one, two, three and four or more persons are available but are selling fast, and only available while stocks last.

Shop for Jobe towables at CHMarine.com

“Safety is our priority — let’s reopen safely” is the message from CH Marine, which has announced its stores will partially reopen for counter sales with the start of the first phase of relaxing coronavirus restrictions from tomorrow, Monday 18 May.

Only two customers will be allowed inside at any one time, and customers are asked to limit their time in store to reduce exposure.

To save time, customers are invited to order on the CH Marine website, choosing the ‘store pickup’ option at checkout, or to phone orders through for collection or delivery.

For clothing sales, CH Marine says it will be allowing goods on approval if necessary, and quarantining them for 72 hours if returned.

CH Marine’s lifejacket and liferaft servicing department remains open as usual as an essential service.

CH Marine has made a change to its currently restricted opening hours and will now be closed on Saturdays until further notice.

The chandlery’s stores across Ireland will for the time being only be open Monday to Friday for pre-arranged collection of essential items only.

Online and phone orders for ‘no touch’ shopping remain open across CH Marine’s full range of products.

And current special offers include cashback on selected Lowrance, Simrad and B&G chartplotters and fishfinders when combined with a C-Map chart.

However, orders will operate in accordance with couriers’ abilities and deliveries may be delayed pending updated Government advice as well as restrictions on international mail.

CH Marine adds: “Our first priority is the safety of you, our customers, and of course our staff.”