What Star-Tech Marine Electronics does

Star-Tech Marine Electronics is a privately held LLC founded in 1989 and headquartered in Berwick, Louisiana, providing sales and service of marine communication, navigation, and dynamic positioning (DP) systems. The company is family-owned (Lanclos family) with a 1-10 employee headcount and operates a 24/7 field service model in which factory-certified, FCC-licensed technicians travel dockside and offshore to troubleshoot, repair, install, and inspect vessel electronics throughout the Gulf of Mexico and worldwide on request.

The company's core offering is integrated service and equipment across navigation (GPS, Radar, AIS, ECDIS, Autopilot), communications (VHF, UHF, VSAT, GMDSS), DP systems (Gyro Compass, Fanbeam, Cyscan, Radascan), steering, automation, fire detection, generators, switchboards, and motors, plus regulatory inspections under FCC, SOLAS, ABS, and Lloyd's Register. It resells and integrates hardware from a broad OEM partner roster including Furuno, JRC, Garmin, Icom, Intellian, KVH, Wärtsilä, SAAB, Simrad/Lowrance (Navico), C-Nav, ComNav, Koden, and Seatel, and in 2024 added Furlong Sensing for the Furlong Unity DP position reference sensor. All technicians carry FCC Elements 1, 3, 8, and 9 licenses.

Revenue is generated through four streams: field service and repair (professional services), new installation and project management (professional services), marine electronics hardware sales (resale of OEM equipment), and marine inspections (regulatory compliance work). Pricing is quote-based per job with no public rate cards, and the customer base is concentrated in Oil and Gas offshore vessel operators. Marketing is minimal: a basic website, newsletter signups, and direct enterprise field sales. The firm has no external investors, no disclosed funding, no app, no API, and no AI capabilities.

Name

Star-Tech Marine Electronics

Legal name

Star-Tech Marine Electronics, LLC

Website

https://startechmarine.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Star-Tech Marine Electronics is a Berwick, Louisiana-based, family-owned marine electronics sales and service company founded in 1989, serving primarily Oil and Gas offshore vessel operators in the Gulf of Mexico with 24/7 dockside and offshore installation, repair, and regulatory inspection work.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Electronics Services

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Navigational Services to Shipping (488330)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829)

akta.pro primary industry

Marine Electrical Installation, Commissioning & Field Services (IMAJAJAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electrical, Automation & Control Systems Repair (TLAKAKAG), Marine Safety & Navigation Electronics Retail (PFDs, EPIRBs, GPS, VHF) (CRAMAIAH)

Keywords

• Marine electronics service
• Dynamic positioning systems
• Marine navigation equipment
• Marine communications systems
• Marine inspections

Headquarters

HQ city

Berwick

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Service & Repair: On-site troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance for marine electronics including navigation systems, communications equipment, DP systems, steering systems, automation, fire detection, generators, switchboards, and motors
2. New Installation & Project Management: New build installations, project management, and quality assurance for complete marine electronics systems integration
3. Marine Electronics Sales: Sales of marine communication, navigation, and dynamic positioning equipment from manufacturer partners including Furuno, JRC, Garmin, Icom, Intellian, KVH, and others
4. Marine Inspections: Inspection services including FCC Inspections, ABS Inspections, and Lloyd's Inspections for regulatory compliance verification

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Star-Tech Marine Electronics sells and services marine communication, navigation, and dynamic positioning (DP) systems for offshore commercial vessels. Factory-certified, FCC-licensed technicians travel dockside or offshore 24/7 to troubleshoot, repair, install, and inspect marine electronics including GPS, radar, AIS, ECDIS, VHF/UHF/VSAT, GMDSS, gyro compass, Fanbeam, and DP1/DP2/DP3 reference systems. The company also sells marine electronics equipment on behalf of leading manufacturers such as Furuno, JRC, Garmin, Icom, Intellian, and KVH.

Product overview

Star-Tech Marine Electronics is a marine electronics sales and service company that has operated since 1989. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of services including Marine Inspections (FCC, ABS, Lloyd's), Marine Navigation Systems (GPS, Radar, AIS, Compass, Chartplotter, ECDIS, Autopilot), Marine Communications Systems (VHF, UHF, VSAT, SSB, GMDSS), Dynamic Positioning (DP) Systems for DP1/DP2/DP3 vessels, and Marine Electrical Services including steering systems, automation, fire detection, generators, switchboards, motors and controls. Through a partnership with Furlong Sensing, they also offer the Furlong Unity position reference sensor. The company represents major manufacturers including Furuno, JRC, Garmin, Icom, Intellian, KVH, Wärtsilä, Simrad/Lowrance, and others.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Marine Inspections Regulatory inspection services for vessels including FCC Inspections, ABS Inspections, and Lloyd's Register Inspections to ensure compliance with maritime safety and communication standards. Conducted by FCC-licensed (Elements 1, 3, 8, 9) and factory-certified technicians.
• Marine Navigation Systems Sales, installation, and service of marine navigation equipment including GPS, Radar, AIS, Compass, Chartplotter, ECDIS, Autopilot, and Rosepoint/Coastal Explorer systems for commercial vessels.
• Marine Communications Systems Installation and service of vessel communication systems including VHF, UHF, VSAT, SSB, GMDSS, and PA/GA systems.
• Dynamic Positioning (DP) Systems Service Sales, installation, troubleshooting, and service of Dynamic Positioning systems for DP1, DP2, and DP3 vessels, including Gyro Compass, Fanbeam, Cyscan, Radascan, Windbird, DGPS, and MRU reference systems.
• Steering Systems Service Service and custom building of marine steering systems tailored to vessel requirements.
• Automation Systems Service Troubleshooting, new installation, and testing services for marine automation systems.
• Fire Detection Systems Service Installation and troubleshooting repair services for marine fire detection systems.
• Generator Services Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting services for marine generators up to 200kw.
• Switchboard Services Installation and troubleshooting for switchboards, main breakers, sub panels, under voltage trips, auxiliaries, and control transformers.
• Motor and Controls Services Installation, troubleshooting, and megger report services for motors and motor starters, including fire pumps, bilge pumps, compressor motors, and deck winches.
• Marine Electrical Services Services for search lights, flood lights, xenon searchlights, sound powered phones, general alarms, and indoor light fixtures, receptacles, and switches throughout vessels.
• Marine Electronics Sales Sale of marine communication, navigation, and dynamic positioning equipment from manufacturer partners including Furuno, JRC, Garmin, Icom, Intellian, KVH, Wärtsilä, Simrad/Lowrance, Koden, SeaTel, SAAB, ComNav, and C-Nav.
• Furlong Unity Position Reference Sensor Advanced local position reference sensor for Dynamic Positioning (DP) vessels, offered through partnership with Furlong Sensing.

Quantifiable outcome

• Return vessel to service quickly and efficiently with minimal downtime

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Furlong SensingcoreTechnology or IntegrationStar-Tech Marine Electronics announced a partnership with Furlong Sensing to offer the Furlong Unity, an advanced local position reference sensor for DP (Dynamic Positioning) Vessels. This partnership enhances Star-Tech's offerings for dynamic positioning systems with state-of-the-art position reference technology.
• FurunocoreTechnology or IntegrationFuruno is a total marine electronics manufacturer operating on a global scale since 1948, known for developing various types of marine electronics including fish finders, radar, and navigation systems.
• JRC (Japan Radio Company)coreTechnology or IntegrationJapan Radio Company is a supplier to deep draught merchant fleets of the world, specializing in navigation and communications equipment. JRC provides products suited to workboat and commercial vessel industries.
• KVH IndustriescoreTechnology or IntegrationKVH Industries provides marine communications and navigation equipment including satellite communications, inertial navigation systems, and TV antenna systems for vessels worldwide.
• IntelliancoreTechnology or IntegrationIntellian is a global leader in maritime satellite antenna systems, providing communication solutions for commercial and recreational vessels.
• WärtsiläcoreTechnology or IntegrationWärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets, emphasizing sustainable technology and services with 17,500 professionals in 240+ locations in 79 countries.
• Icom AmericacoreTechnology or IntegrationIcom America provides communications equipment and products based in the marine, avionics, land mobile and wide-band receiver industries, part of Icom Incorporated founded in 1954 in Osaka, Japan.
• GarmincoreTechnology or IntegrationGarmin is a global provider of navigation and communication devices for the marine industry, offering GPS, radar, chartplotters, and fish finders.
• Simrad/Lowrance (Navico)coreTechnology or IntegrationNavico is currently the world's largest marine electronics company, providing navigation solutions, communications equipment and instrumentation under brands including Simrad Yachting, Lowrance, and B&G.
• C-NavcoreTechnology or IntegrationC-Nav provides DGPS correction services and marine positioning solutions for maritime applications.
• ComNav (Communications Navigation)coreTechnology or IntegrationComNav provides marine navigation and communication equipment solutions for commercial vessels.
• SAABcoreTechnology or IntegrationSAAB provides maritime technology solutions including navigation systems and naval electronics.
• KodencoreTechnology or IntegrationKoden provides marine electronics including radar and navigation equipment for commercial and recreational vessels.
• SeatelcoreTechnology or IntegrationSeaTel provides stabilized satellite antenna systems for maritime communications and entertainment.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• Intellian Technologies: Intellian is a global manufacturer of maritime satellite antenna systems used for VSAT and communications. Star-Tech integrates Intellian products for commercial vessels; overlap in product, but Intellian is an OEM/supplier to Star-Tech rather than a service competitor.
• Navico (Simrad / Lowrance / B&G): Navico is one of the world's largest marine electronics companies, operating Simrad, Lowrance, and B&G brands. Star-Tech partners with Simrad/Navico for navigation and communications equipment; overlapping product set but Navico is a manufacturer rather than a service peer.
• Furuno USA: Furuno is a major marine electronics manufacturer and one of Star-Tech's core OEM partners, supplying radar, GPS, AIS, and other navigation equipment. Comparable product portfolio, but Furuno is a manufacturer and supplier rather than a service competitor; Star-Tech resells and integrates Furuno products.
• KVH Industries: KVH Industries provides marine satellite communications, inertial navigation, and antenna systems used by commercial fleets. Star-Tech is a KVH reseller and integration partner; product overlap exists but business models differ (manufacturer vs. service integrator).
• Garmin Marine: Garmin's marine division produces GPS, radar, chartplotters, and fish finders used in commercial and recreational vessels. Star-Tech resells and integrates Garmin marine products; comparable product offering but Garmin is a manufacturer serving a much broader market.
• Japan Radio Company (JRC): JRC is a long-established Japanese manufacturer of marine navigation and communications equipment serving deep-draught merchant fleets. Comparable marine electronics products, but JRC is a manufacturer and OEM partner to Star-Tech, not a direct service competitor.

Broad incumbents

• Wärtsilä Voyage: Wärtsilä Voyage (incorporating Transas) is a major provider of marine navigation, automation, and DP systems with a global service network. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering overlapping navigation, communications, and DP capabilities but operating at much larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Kongsberg Maritime: Kongsberg Maritime is a global supplier of marine automation, navigation, and dynamic positioning systems, including DP1/DP2/DP3 reference products. Comparable to Star-Tech as a provider of DP and integrated marine electronics, but at substantially greater scale and as an OEM rather than integrator.
• SAAB Seaeye / Transas: SAAB provides maritime and naval electronics including navigation and DP-related systems. Listed by Star-Tech as a partner; comparable in marine electronics offering but operates as a large defense and maritime OEM with significantly broader scope.

Direct peers

• Mackay Marine: Mackay Marine is a marine electronics sales, service, and distribution company serving commercial marine customers worldwide. Directly comparable to Star-Tech as a third-party service and integration partner for navigation, communications, and DP systems on commercial vessels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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