Furuno Danmark

What Furuno Danmark does

Furuno Danmark A/S (FDK) is a wholly-owned Danish subsidiary of Japan's FURUNO Electric Co. Ltd. (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 6814), headquartered in Hvidovre, Copenhagen, with additional Danish offices in Esbjerg and Skagen, and wholly-owned subsidiaries in Sweden (FURUNO SVERIGE AB, Västra Frölunda) and Poland (FURUNO POLSKA Sp. z o.o., Gdynia). The company employs over 100 staff across sales, service, and training functions, distributing and supporting the full FURUNO maritime electronics portfolio across Denmark, the North Atlantic (Faroe Islands, Greenland), and select Eastern European markets.

The company's product offering spans integrated navigation systems (NavNet TZtouchXL, TZtouchE, TZtouch3, TZmap, TZ Professional), radar series (X-Class, NXT, IMO-compliant FAR-2xx8, FAR-3005 solid-state, DRS4W wireless), fishing technology (WASSP multibeam sonar with 226 beams, DFF1-UHD+ and DFF3-UHD network sounders, FSV-25S/FSV-75/FSV-85 long-range sonars, CH-500/600), satellite communications (Starlink Maritime PLUS, Iridium, Inmarsat FleetBroadband/Fleet Xpress/FELCOM, OneWeb, VSAT via SAILOR and Intellian), weather radar (WR-2120 dual-pol Doppler and WR-110 single-pol), safety equipment (EPIRB, PLB, AIS SART, AIS MOB), and mobile communications (Motorola MOTOTRBO DMR, TETRA). Core technology relies on proprietary Furuno R&D from Japan, including the patented TrueEcho filter and integration via NMEA 0183/2000 and Ethernet protocols.

Furuno Danmark operates a hybrid B2B revenue model combining hardware sales, professional services, and managed/recurring revenues. Revenue streams include maritime navigation hardware sales, weather radar sales to municipalities, satellite airtime reselling (managed services), MobCom radio solutions for maritime and land-based industrial customers, recurring radio surveys and VDR APT authorized inspections, certified maritime training (NavSkills online, CBT NXT offline, classroom/simulator), and prime-contractor newbuild integration projects. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales (Hvidovre, Esbjerg) with a certified partner installer network covering Jylland, Fyn, Sjælland, Bornholm, Faroe Islands, Greenland, and international distributors in Eastern Europe.

Name

Furuno Danmark

Legal name

FURUNO Danmark A/S

Website

https://furuno.dk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Furuno Danmark A/S is a wholly-owned Danish subsidiary of Japan's FURUNO Electric Co. Ltd., distributing and servicing the full Furuno maritime electronics portfolio across Denmark, Sweden, Poland, and the North Atlantic for commercial shipping, fishing fleets, offshore installations, and land-based industrial customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Hvidovre

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Maritime Navigation & Communication Hardware: Sale of radar, ECDIS, AIS, GPS/chartplotters, sonar, satellite communication terminals, weather radars, and integrated navigation systems (NavNet, TimeZero) to commercial and recreational vessels.
2. Radio Survey & VDR APT Services: Authorized inspection and testing services for radio equipment and Voyage Data Recorders (VDR) on behalf of classification societies. Recurring revenue driven by regulatory compliance requirements.
3. Weather Radar Systems: Sale and installation of compact X-band Doppler weather radars (WR-2120, WR-110) to municipalities, utilities, and public authorities for precipitation monitoring and storm warning.
4. Mobile Communication Solutions (MobCom): VHF, UHF, DMR/TETRA radio systems and satellite communication solutions sold and installed for maritime, land-based industrial (construction, concerts), and government customers, including hardware, consulting, installation, and training.
5. Satellite Communication Airtime: Sale of Inmarsat, Iridium, Starlink, OneWeb, and VSAT airtime subscriptions for maritime and land-based satellite connectivity.
6. Maritime Training: Certified training courses for professional navigators and recreational sailors on FURUNO equipment and general radar/AIS operations, delivered online (NavSkills), offline (CBT), and in classroom/simulator formats.
7. Newbuild Integration Projects: Total concept delivery of electronics packages for new vessel builds, acting as prime contractor coordinating with shipyards, integrating navigation, communication, fishing, and safety equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Furuno Danmark A/S sells, installs, and services FURUNO-brand maritime navigation, communication, and fish-finding electronics for commercial vessels, fishing fleets, offshore installations, and selected land-based customers in Denmark, Sweden, Poland, and surrounding markets. The portfolio spans radar (X-Class, NXT, FAR series), integrated navigation MFDs (NavNet TZtouchXL/TZtouchE/TZtouch3, TZmap), ECDIS, AIS, GPS/chartplotters, sonar and multibeam systems (WASSP, FSV series, DFF sounders), Doppler weather radars, satellite communications (Starlink, Inmarsat, Iridium, OneWeb, VSAT), and mobile radio solutions (MOTOTRBO, TETRA). The company also delivers authorized radio survey and VDR APT services, newbuild electronics integration, certified maritime training (NavSkills), and satellite airtime subscriptions.

Product overview

FURUNO Danmark is a maritime electronics subsidiary of FURUNO Electric Co. Ltd., offering a comprehensive portfolio of navigation, communication, and fishing equipment. The core product line includes NavNet integrated navigation systems (TZtouchXL, TZtouchE, TZtouch3, TZmap) that serve as multi-function displays connecting radar, AIS, chartplotters, fish finders, sonar, and autopilots. Radar products span from wireless DRS4W for recreational vessels to high-end X-Class and NXT radar series for professional navigation. Fishing technology includes WASSP multibeam sonar, DFF network sounders, and specialized sonars (FSV series). Communication solutions encompass VHF/AIS equipment, MOTOTRBO digital radios, TETRA systems, and satellite communications including Starlink, Iridium, Inmarsat, and VSAT through partners SAILOR/Cobham and Intellian. Weather radar products (WR-2120, WR-110) serve municipal drainage monitoring. The company also provides safety equipment (EPIRB, PLB, AIS MOB), training services via NavSkills platform, and authorized radio/VDR inspection services for classification societies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• X-Class Radar Series High-end radar series for NavNet and TZ TimeZero navigation systems with up to 25 kW peak output, Bird Mode for fish finding, Fast Target Tracking for up to 30 simultaneous targets, and 20 m minimum detection range. Models include DRS6A X-Class (6 kW), DRS12A X-Class (12 kW), and DRS25A X-Class (25 kW).
• NXT Radar Series Next-generation solid-state radar technology series for NavNet TZtouch navigation systems with advanced target detection capabilities.
• DRS4W 1st Watch Wireless Radar Wireless radar dome for recreational vessels with compact design and wireless connectivity to Furuno navigation displays.
• FAR-3005 Solid State Multi-Function Radar Solid-state multi-function radar system meeting IMO compliance requirements for commercial maritime vessels.
• FAR-2xx8 IMO Compliant Marine Radar IMO compliant marine radar meeting international maritime organization standards for commercial vessels.
• FAR-15x8 High Performance Radar High-performance radar system for commercial maritime applications with advanced target tracking.
• NavNet TZtouchXL Top-tier network multi-function display for multi-console vessels featuring 1,000 Mbps Ethernet, AI Avoidance Route, AI Routing, Risk Visualizer, dual CHIRP fish finder, Side-Scan, and NavPilot Control integration. Supports all NXT and X-Class radar models.
• NavNet TZtouchE Network multi-function display for single-console vessels featuring 100 Mbps Ethernet, Type-C USB, WiFi for TZ iBoat, and support for all NXT and X-Class radar, internal fish finder, AIS, and built-in GPS.
• TZMAP Standalone MFD Standalone all-in-one chartplotter with built-in fish finder in an elegant design, offering a price-attractive entry-level MFD that can connect to external sensors within the NavNet ecosystem with TZ Map support.
• WASSP Multibeam Sonar Multibeam sonar system with 226 beams for commercial fishing vessels providing wide-depth seabed mapping including bottom hardness analysis to help avoid bottom trawl damage; supports Trawlposition in TimeZero Pro.
• FSV-25S Long-Range Sonar Long-range sonar with 3D visualization capability for commercial fishing vessels, part of FURUNO's complete sonar program.
• FSV-75 / FSV-85 Sonars Professional sonar systems operating at 180 kHz (FSV-75) and 80 kHz (FSV-85) for deep-water fishing applications.
• DFF1-UHD+ Network Sounder Latest network fish finder with dual frequency CHIRP and single frequency SideScan; successor to DFF1-UHD and BBDS-1. Compact design with bottom discrimination, compatible with 50/200T and CM265LHG transducers.
• DFF3-UHD Network Sounder Multi-frequency sounder integrating directly with TimeZero Pro. Operates 28 kHz to 242 kHz with 3000 watts power output and features FURUNO's TrueEcho filter.
• WR-2120 Doppler Weather Radar Compact, economically attractive dual-pol Doppler weather radar for drainage areas up to 15,000 square kilometers (70 km radius). Solid-state technology requires minimal maintenance. Volume scan every minute with 50 m resolution.
• WR-110 Weather Radar Single-pol version of WR-2120 weather radar using the same antenna and housing but without vertical polarization, offering a cost-effective solution suitable for automatic operation.
• FM-4800 VHF Radio with AIS VHF radio with built-in GPS and AIS transponder, allowing both sending and receiving of AIS signals.
• FM-4850 VHF Radio with DSC Professional VHF radio for maritime communication with DSC distress calling capability.
• easyTRX3 AIS Transponder AIS transponder connecting to existing VHF radio; available with GPS and sender/receiver capability for both sending and receiving AIS signals.
• Tron SA20 EPIRB Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon transmitting distress signals via COSPAS/SARSAT satellite network; GMDSS compliant.
• easy2-MOB AIS MOB Device Personal AIS man-over-board device sending a distress signal when manually activated or upon water contact; typically worn in a life jacket.
• Starlink Maritime PLUS Starlink maritime broadband solution with 24/7 support, installation services, and bundled data subscriptions. FURUNO DANMARK provides complete service from installation to operation support as a value-added Starlink reseller.
• Iridium Certus Fixed satellite communications with higher data speeds and multiple simultaneous channels via Iridium NEXT satellites, suitable for maritime and land-based use.
• FELCOM251 Maritime Inmarsat Terminal FURUNO maritime Inmarsat terminal for satellite communications and GMDSS compliance.
• SAILOR/Cobham VSAT Antennas VSAT satellite communications including SAILOR 1000 for maritime vessels, resold by Furuno Danmark with installation and service support.
• OneWeb Satellite Communications Near-global satellite network with guaranteed minimum bandwidth. FURUNO is authorized reseller for maritime and land-based solutions.
• MOTOTRBO Digital Mobile Radio Systems Motorola MOTOTRBO digital mobile radio systems including DP2400e and R5 models, with Capacity Plus digital trunking. FURUNO MobCom division provides complete solutions for maritime, construction, and industrial communication.
• TETRA Radio Systems Digital TETRA radio standard for secure critical communications including police, fire services, and emergency services. Encrypted communication with group calling and prioritization capabilities.
• Authorized Radio Survey Services Radio inspection services performed by FURUNO DANMARK technicians with GOC certificates. Authorized by Søfartsstyrelsen (Danish Maritime Authority), Bureau Veritas, DNV, NKK, RINA, ABS, Lloyd's Register, MCA, and Jotron.
• VDR APT Services Voyage Data Recorder Annual Performance Testing authorized by Bureau Veritas, DNV, NKK, and ABS. Furuno Danmark is designated as one of FURUNO Japan's World Wide VDR service centers.
• NavSkills Maritime Training (Online and CBT) Certified maritime training delivered through NavSkills online platform and CBT NXT offline computer-based training for FURUNO ECDIS (FMD series) and general radar/AIS operations; also includes classroom and simulator courses at the Hvidovre training center.
• GP-1971F Chartplotter 9-inch chartplotter with CHIRP fish finder for recreational and small commercial vessels.
• WV-100 Wave Analyzer Radar-based wave analysis system for maritime conditions monitoring.
• FICE-100 Ice Detection Radar Specialized radar for ice detection and monitoring maritime conditions.
• DFF-3D Multibeam Sonar 165 kHz multibeam sonar with 120-degree port-to-starboard coverage. Supports sector view, traditional echo sounder view at three angles, history view, and SideScan visualization in TimeZero Pro.
• TZ Professional Navigation Software Professional navigation software for commercial vessels that integrates with FURUNO sonar, radar, and fishing equipment including WASSP multibeam systems with Trawlposition functionality and oceanographic forecast features.
• Squall Warning System (SWS) Software developed by Aalborg University for storm-threatened areas, integrated with FURUNO WR-21X0 and WR-110 weather radars to detect high reflection levels and Doppler speeds against preset limits.
• VDR LivePlayer Software Software for presenting VDR data in a simple, manageable format, enabling shipping companies to use voyage data for training and incident analysis.
• NavNet Video Wall System Multi-display configuration of 4-6 x 55-inch displays for newbuild vessels, integrating navigation and fishing systems via a video matrix for enhanced bridge situational awareness.
• Newbuild Electronics Integration Projects Total concept delivery of electronics packages for new vessel builds, acting as prime contractor coordinating with shipyards to integrate navigation, communication, fishing, and safety equipment as one package.

Quantifiable outcome

• WR-2120 weather radar performs volume scan every minute with spatial resolution down to 50m, covering drainage areas up to 15,000 sq km (70 km radius).
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration21 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• FURUNO Electric Co. Ltd. (Japan)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFURUNO Danmark A/S is a subsidiary of FURUNO Electric Co. Ltd., a global leader in maritime electronics based in Nishinomiya, Hyogo, Japan. The parent company has over 80 years of experience and provides the product portfolio, R&D, and global brand. Furuno Danmark operates as the regional hub for Denmark, Sweden, and Poland.
• FURUNO Training (Hvidovre, Denmark)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFURUNO Training is a separate entity also based in Hvidovre, Denmark, providing FURUNO's global maritime training solutions including NavSkills online platform, CBT NXT offline training, and classroom simulator training.
• HE Marine A/SmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified partner with offices in Grenå, Thyborøn (Jylland), and Lindø (Fyn), handling installation and service of FURUNO equipment across Denmark.
• Seamech A/SmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified partner with offices in Skagen and Hirtshals covering northern Denmark fishing fleet, specializing in FURUNO fishing electronics installation and service.
• AllSet Industries A/SmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified partner based in Esbjerg serving western Denmark with FURUNO product sales, installation, and service.
• Scanel International A/SmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified partner in Frederikshavn serving northern Denmark maritime market with FURUNO installation and service capabilities.
• O.S. Electronic ApSmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified partner based in Nuuk, Greenland serving the Greenlandic maritime market with FURUNO product installation and service.
• MP Teknik Sp/fmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified partner based in Klaksvik, Faroe Islands serving the Faroese fishing fleet with FURUNO product sales and service.
• Radioservice Sp/FminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified partner in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands serving Faroese maritime market.
• TelenauticminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified partner in Fredericia covering southern Denmark with FURUNO installation and service.
• Vest-El A/SmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified partner with offices in Hvide Sande and Thyborøn covering western Jutland fishing ports with FURUNO product installation and service.
• EMRI A/SminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner listed in FURUNO's global sales network, based in Herlev, Denmark.
• FURUNO SVERIGE ABcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWholly-owned subsidiary of FURUNO Danmark A/S based in Västra Frölunda, Sweden, serving the Swedish maritime market.
• FURUNO POLSKA Sp. z o.o.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWholly-owned subsidiary of FURUNO Danmark A/S based in Gdynia, Poland, serving the Polish maritime market.
• Søfartsstyrelsen (Danish Maritime Authority)majorTechnology or IntegrationFuruno Danmark is authorized by the Danish Maritime Authority to perform statutory radio surveys on Danish-flagged vessels.
• Bureau Veritas (BV)majorTechnology or IntegrationBV has authorized Furuno Danmark to perform radio surveys and VDR APT on vessels classed with BV.
• DNV (Det Norske Veritas)majorTechnology or IntegrationDNV has authorized Furuno Danmark to perform radio surveys and VDR APT on vessels classed with DNV.
• Motorola Solutions (MOTOTRBO)majorTechnology or IntegrationFuruno Danmark's MobCom division resells and installs Motorola MOTOTRBO DMR radio systems as part of its mobile communication solutions, including MOTOTRBO R5, DP2400e, and Capacity Plus digital trunking systems.
• SpaceX (Starlink)majorTechnology or IntegrationFuruno Danmark offers Starlink Maritime PLUS with 24/7 service support, equipment delivery, and airtime management as a value-added reseller of SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Simrad (Navico): Simrad, part of Navico, is a direct competitor to Furuno in fishing electronics, sonar, radar, and multifunction displays for commercial and sportfishing vessels — a key segment where Furuno's WASSP multibeam and FSV series compete head-to-head.
• B&G (Navico): B&G, part of Navico, is a direct competitor in sailing and cruising marine electronics, including chartplotters, radar, AIS, and wind/instrument systems that overlap with Furuno's recreational and Furuno Fritid product range.
• Garmin: Garmin competes with Furuno in marine chartplotters, radar, sonar, and AIS, particularly in the recreational and small-commercial segments. Garmin's broader consumer-electronics scale and integrated ecosystem (GPSMAP, Fantom radar) make it a direct competitor in Nordic leisure markets.
• Japan Radio Co. (JRC): JRC is a direct competitor to Furuno in commercial maritime electronics, particularly in IMO-compliant radar, ECDIS, GMDSS communication systems, and integrated navigation. Both are Japanese-rooted suppliers targeting the same commercial fleet and newbuild integration market.
• Lowrance (Navico): Lowrance, a Navico brand, directly competes with Furuno in fish finders, sonar, and chartplotters for the recreational and small-commercial fishing segments — overlapping with Furuno's recreational fish-finding products.
• Raymarine (Teledyne): Raymarine is a direct peer in marine navigation electronics, offering radar, chartplotters, AIS, fish finders, and integrated multifunction displays (Axiom, Element) for recreational and light-commercial vessels — directly overlapping Furuno's NavNet TZtouch and recreational product lines.

Broad incumbents

• Kongsberg Maritime: Kongsberg Maritime is a broader incumbent offering integrated vessel control, ECDIS, radar, dynamic positioning, and bridge systems to commercial shipping and offshore. Furuno competes with Kongsberg on ECDIS/radar but on a much narrower product scope.
• Sperry Marine (Northrop Grumman): Sperry Marine supplies commercial marine radar, ECDIS, and integrated bridge systems globally. As part of Northrop Grumman, it competes with Furuno in IMO-compliant navigation and is a broad incumbent in commercial maritime electronics.
• HENSOLDT (formerly Kelvin Hughes): HENSOLDT's Kelvin Hughes division provides commercial marine radar and ECDIS to naval and commercial markets. A broad incumbent competitor to Furuno in commercial radar and integrated navigation for larger vessel segments.
• Wärtsilä Voyage (formerly Transas): Wärtsilä Voyage, formed from the Transas acquisition, is a broad incumbent in ECDIS, navigation software, and integrated bridge systems for commercial fleets. Overlaps with Furuno's commercial ECDIS and integrated navigation offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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