Ocean Signal announces new distributors for Germany and Norway

Communication and safety at sea specialist company Ocean Signal has confirmed two key new distributors during this year’s METSTRADE event as it strengthens its European network.

Niko Reisch, Managing Director, Nordwest-Funk (left) with James Hewitt, Sales and Marketing Manager, Ocean Signal, at METSTRADE

New German distributor Nordwest-Funk, based in Emden, offers a wide range of equipment from leading marine manufacturers and celebrates its 25th anniversary this year.

Niko Reisch, Managing Director, Nordwest-Funk, said: “Nordwest-Funk is proud to distribute the product portfolio from Ocean Signal in Germany. We are particularly excited about the new partnership as Ocean Signal has such well-designed, innovative products, a good reputation and excellent service.”

In addition, Ocean Signal has also confirmed that IEC Telecom AS is its new distributor in Norway. IEC will offer the full Ocean Signal product range in both the commercial and leisure markets.

A leading global provider of managed network communication solutions led by Managing Director Alf Stian Mauritz, IEC Telecom specialises in supplying mobile and fixed satellite communications solutions.

James Hewitt, Sales and Marketing Manager, Ocean Signal, said: “Nordwest-Funk has renowned expertise over many years in the marine sector so we are really pleased that Ocean Signal products will be offered alongside some of the industry’s leading equipment. IEC, meanwhile, are experts in their field, well established for providing relevant solutions for many applications, including fleets of vessels and offshore infrastructure. They will be a very significant partner for Ocean Signal in the commercial sector.”

By Jake Frith