Maretron and Raymarine Announce Strategic Collaboration to Integrate MConnect® with Raymarine Axiom Displays

Integration Offers Enhanced Vessel Monitoring and Seamless User Experience
Hudson, NH: Raymarine – global leader in high-performance marine electronics for the recreational boating, marine first-responder and law-enforcement markets – announced today a strategic collaboration with Maretron, a leading innovator in marine technology that will bring Maretron’s MConnect® technology to Raymarine’s state-of-the-art Axiom chartplotter displays. This partnership marks a significant advancement in vessel monitoring, delivering an enhanced user experience for boat owners and OEMs around the world.

Maretron’s MConnect is a revolutionary client-server technology that offers unparalleled access to real-time data across hundreds of data points on a vessel. Integrating MConnect with Raymarine’s award-winning Axiom family of multifunction chartplotters enables users to monitor and control critical vessel components directly from Raymarine’s intuitive LightHouse interface. This seamless integration offers users a powerful and highly customizable view of essential vessel data, enhancing safety, efficiency and onboard enjoyment.

Through this partnership, MConnect’s advanced data visualization and customization tools are now fully compatible with Raymarine’s MFDs, allowing users to configure personalized interfaces and control vessel systems with ease. By combining MConnect’s graphics editor with Raymarine’s high-definition displays, users can create visually stunning dashboards that consolidate vital information into a single, easily accessible view. This integrated experience makes it easier than ever for OEMs to embed brand-specific aesthetics and designs, reinforcing a cohesive, branded user experience across all vessel systems.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Raymarine, a global leader in marine displays,” said Jim Catterall, Business Development Manager at Maretron. “By integrating MConnect with Raymarine’s Axiom line, we are creating an experience that is powerful, intuitive and fully customizable. This collaboration exemplifies our shared commitment to enhancing the boating experience by delivering innovation and connectivity for our users.”

“Bringing the Maretron MConnect into our digital ecosystem gives boat builders and dealers the flexibility to create a seamless user experience for our mutual customers,” said Michelle Hildyard Vice President of Operations at Raymarine. “Our collaboration with Mareton aligns with our goal to give our customers maximum flexibility and choice when building a Raymarine navigation system.”

MConnect is available now through selected Maretron dealers and distributors and is fully compatible with Raymarine’s Axiom chartplotters, ready to deliver advanced vessel monitoring and control right out of the box. Additional configuration support is available through Maretron’s dealer network.

Maretron’s MConnect Wins NMEA 2024 Technology Award

We are thrilled to announce that Maretron’s latest innovation, MConnect, has been honored with the prestigious NMEA 2024 Technology Award. This award recognizes the top marine electronics product introduced in the past two years, excelling in innovation, benefits to boaters, practicality, and value.

MConnect stood out among the competition due to its groundbreaking approach to enhancing connectivity on the water. Designed with boaters in mind, MConnect offers seamless integration, advanced monitoring capabilities, and a user-friendly interface that brings unprecedented control and personalization to boaters and OEM’s.

“This award is a testament to Maretron’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of marine technology,” said Scott A. Johnson – Sales Director. “MConnect was designed to simplify, enhance and personalize the boating experience, and receiving this recognition from NMEA validates our vision. We couldn’t be prouder of our team for their dedication and hard work in bringing MConnect to life.”

The NMEA Technology Award is a significant accolade in the marine electronics industry, highlighting products that set new standards in innovation and functionality. MConnect’s win underscores Maretron’s ongoing mission to deliver state-of-the-art solutions that meet the evolving needs of boaters worldwide.

We extend our gratitude to the NMEA judging panel, our incredible team, and all our partners and customers who have supported us on this journey. With MConnect, the future of boating is more connected than ever.

For more information about MConnect and how it can transform your boating experience, visit https://www.maretron.com/products/mconnect/

Setting Sail with Maretron

Whitmarsh Ribs, based on the South Coast of England, understands the demands of their discerning clientele. Their tenders are more than just boats; they are extensions of the opulent experience that superyacht owners expect.

MPower, our comprehensive vessel monitoring and control system, offered Whitmarsh Ribs the tools they needed to elevate their tender designs. But we don’t just sell products; we believe in providing hands-on support to our customers. Recognizing the importance of understanding our technology inside and out, our team paid a visit to Whitmarsh Ribs to deliver personalized training sessions.