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  • Teledyne completes FLIR TransponderTech acquisition, enhancing maritime technology solutions portfolio.
  • FLIR TransponderTech expands Autonomic Identification Systems, VHF Data Exchange, GNSS technologies.
  • FLIR TransponderTech advances maritime communication for civil, military, space sectors.

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated has finalised its acquisition of TransponderTech from Saab AB.

This addition, now operating as Teledyne FLIR TransponderTech AB, will enhance the maritime technology offerings of Teledyne’s Raymarine, FLIR Marine, ChartWorld, and Teledyne CARIS brands.

Maritime communication solutions

FLIR TransponderTech will continue to market its existing line of AIS, VDES, and GNSS solutions

Headquartered near Linköping, Sweden, FLIR TransponderTech will continue to market its existing line of Automatic Identification System (AIS), VHF Data Exchange System (VDES), and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) solutions.

The company remains committed to developing advanced maritime communication products for various sectors, including civil and military shipping, marine traffic, and even aerospace applications.

Positioning for future growth

With the acquisition, FLIR TransponderTech is poised to further its role in crafting innovative communication tools for a diverse clientele, spanning from commercial shipping to military uses in both terrestrial and airborne sectors.

Integration with Teledyne

George Bobb, President and Chief Executive Officer of Teledyne, stated, "We are delighted to welcome the TransponderTech team to the Teledyne family."

He added, "From complete autonomous underwater vehicles to products and services for large Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) class vessels, maritime instrumentation and software for imaging, navigation, and safety are core markets for Teledyne. FLIR TransponderTech’s communications and navigation solutions are highly complementary and further expand FLIR Marine’s portfolio of industrial, military, and airborne technologies."

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