Navicom

What Navicom does

Navicom is a Mumbai-headquartered marine systems integrator founded in 2002 by a group of former Indian Navy officers. The company designs, integrates, commissions, and services marine navigation, communication, automation, instrumentation, and safety systems for defense and merchant maritime customers. Its flagship offering is the Integrated Bridge System (IBS) anchored on Transas software, supported by a portfolio of more than 50 products spanning Raymarine radar and multifunction displays, Hoppe Marine anti-heeling and tank gauging, Mega-Guard alarm monitoring and dynamic positioning, Danelec ECDIS, Sperry Marine gyrocompasses, Coltraco ultrasonic safety equipment, FLIR thermal cameras, LRAD hailing devices, and RWO ballast water management systems.

Navicom operates as the authorized India channel partner for over 20 global maritime OEMs and earns revenue through three streams: (1) hardware resale of partner equipment, (2) Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) and All-Inclusive Maintenance Contracts (AIMC) providing recurring service revenue, and (3) professional services covering installation, commissioning, retrofit, repair, and class-society GMDSS surveys. Service operations run from five regional offices across India (Navi Mumbai HQ, Visakhapatnam, Kolkata, Kochi, Goa) and extend internationally to seaports in China, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, South Korea, and Europe.

The customer base spans the Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard, Bangladesh Navy, ten Indian public-sector and private shipyards (Cochin Shipyard, Mazagon Dock, GRSE, Goa Shipyard, Hindustan Shipyard, L&T, ABG, Pipavav, Bharati, Colombo Dockyard), and merchant fleet operators including Shipping Corporation of India, Essar Shipping, Tolani, Varun and ASP. The company claims a 93% first-time-fix-rate and a 30-minute response SLA during office hours, supported by factory-trained, HUET/BOSIET-certified engineers. Class approvals from ABS, LRS, KRS, NNK, and DNV-GL for GMDSS surveys, plus OEM authorizations for VDR/S-VDR testing, function as key competitive moats.

Name

Navicom

Legal name

Navicom

Website

https://navicomtech.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Navicom is a Mumbai-based marine systems integrator founded in 2002 by former Indian Navy officers, specializing in design, integration, commissioning, and servicing of navigation, communication, automation, and safety systems for India's defense and merchant maritime sectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Systems Integration and Servicing

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Support Activities for Water Transportation (4883), Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Navigation, Communications & Integrated Bridge Systems Engineering (IMAJAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electrical, Automation & Control Systems (Power, PLC/SCADA, Navigation/Comms Integration) (TLAHAMAE), Electrical Engineering & Power Distribution (Generation, Switchboards, Cabling, Lighting) (IMAJAGAF), Retrofits & Modernization (Scrubbers, Ballast Water, Alternative Fuels, Energy-Saving Devices) (IMAJAFAH), Naval & Government Vessel Maintenance & Modernization (TLAKAKAB), Life-Saving Appliances & Safety Equipment (Davit Systems, Lifeboats, Firefighting) (IMAJAIAG)

Keywords

• Marine systems integration
• Navigation communication systems
• GMDSS survey services
• Vessel automation instrumentation
• Integrated bridge systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Mumbai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Marine Equipment Sales: Navicom sells marine navigation, communication, safety, automation and instrumentation systems and equipment from world leading brands including Transas, Raymarine, Hoppe Marine, Inelteh, Praxis, Coltraco, and Veolia Water.
2. Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC): Navicom offers annual maintenance contracts (AMC) and all-inclusive annual maintenance contracts (AIMC) for hassle-free up-keeping of equipment. AMC includes quarterly visits, testing, and repair of equipment plus incident-based repair services. AIMC additionally includes spares and parts in the agreement.
3. Installation, Commissioning and Service: Professional services including installation, commissioning, upgrades, modification, conversion, salvage, repair and maintenance of marine systems. Services are provided at seaports in India and internationally (China, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, South Korea, and Europe).

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Navicom designs, integrates, commissions and services marine navigation, communication, safety, automation and instrumentation systems for merchant shipping and defense customers across India. As the authorised India representative for leading international maritime brands (Transas, Raymarine, Hoppe Marine, Coltraco, Veolia Water, Inelteh and others), the company supplies complete Integrated Bridge Systems alongside installation, retrofit, Annual Maintenance Contracts and class-approved GMDSS surveys.

Product overview

Navicom is a marine technology systems integrator offering a comprehensive portfolio of navigation, communication, safety, automation & instrumentation, and security products for merchant shipping and defense markets. The portfolio centers on the IBS (Integrated Bridge System) as the core platform integrating navigation sensors and steering control. The automation suite includes tank content monitoring, ballast management, alarm monitoring systems, and dynamic positioning. Communication products span satellite TV, fleet broadband, GMDSS, and internal communication systems. Navigation offerings encompass radar (Raymarine Quantum), multifunction displays, ECDIS, voyage data recorders, compasses, and speed logs. Safety products include Coltraco ultrasonic equipment for watertight integrity testing, fire detection, and gas detection systems. Security products feature LRAD, thermal cameras, and search lights. Special products cover pipe/cable sealing (NOFIRNO), Polytron lubricants and fuel additives, and pilot chairs. The company also supplies industrial products including Transfluid fluid couplings and power transmission components. All products are supported through installation, commissioning, and after-sales service.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Integrated Bridge System (IBS) Navicom's flagship turnkey product combining industry-leading navigation equipment and dynamics into one system with user-friendly interface, redundancy and console panel design, supplied on INS Vikrant Indigenous Aircraft Carrier with Transas IBS software and network-configured multifunctional displays.
• Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) and All-Inclusive Annual Maintenance Contracts (AIMC) Recurring service contracts covering quarterly visits, testing and repair of marine equipment with AIMC additionally bundling spares and parts; designed for hassle-free up-keeping of bridge, automation and safety systems across commercial fleets.
• Installation, Commissioning, Upgrade and Retrofit Services Professional services for installation, commissioning, upgrades, modification, conversion, salvage, repair and maintenance of marine navigation, communication, automation and safety systems delivered at Indian and international seaports.
• Class-Approved Annual GMDSS Surveys Certified annual Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) surveys carried out on behalf of classification societies ABS, LRS, KRS, NKK and DNV-GL, with 30-minute response and 93% first-time-fix-rate.
• VDR and S-VDR Annual Performance Testing OEM-approved Annual Performance Test service for Voyage Data Recorders (VDR and S-VDR) delivered under approvals from SAM Electronics, Samsung, Beijing Highlander (HLD-VDR 600/SVDR600), AMI Marine and STX Engine.
• Mega-Guard Alarm Monitoring and Control System (AMCS) and Dynamic Positioning System Automation platform for medium to large vessels delivering alarm monitoring, tank gauging, pump/compressor/valve/temperature control, exhaust gas monitoring (AMCS) and DP1/DP2/DP3 dynamic positioning based on position reference systems, gyrocompasses, wind sensors and motion reference units.
• Hoppe Marine Automation Suite (Anti-Heeling, Tank Content Measuring, Valve Remote Control, Ballast Management, Shaft Power Meter) Integrated automation portfolio spanning anti-heeling transfer control, continuous tank content and temperature monitoring, remote valve and pump control, ballast water operation planning with stability and hull stress support, and Maihak vibrating-string shaft power measurement.
• Clean Ballast Ballast Water Management System Two-stage ballast water treatment system combining filtration and electrochemical disinfection, certified by BSH Germany, RMRS, GL and accepted as AMS by USCG, supplied by Navicom as the India partner for RWO.
• Raymarine Navigation Suite (Quantum Radar, gS Series Multifunction Displays, AIS, GPS Antennas) Raymarine solid-state CHIRP radar, 9-19 inch touch multifunction displays with Lighthouse II integration, Class A/B Automatic Identification Systems and GNSS patch antennas supplied with full India sales, service and AMC support.
• Danelec ECDIS Wheelmark-approved Electronic Chart Display and Information System complying with IMO MSC.232(82) and IMO performance standards, delivered with installation and after-sales support.
• Beijing Highlander HLD-VDR 600 / SVDR600 Voyage Data Recorders IMO-compliant voyage data recorder with Hi-Cloud remote connection supporting fleet management optimisation and annual performance testing executed by Navicom-approved engineers.
• GMDSS and Inmarsat-C Communication Suite (TT-3000E) SOLAS GMDSS installation providing maritime distress and safety communication over Inmarsat-C with two-way data capability for remote area messaging.
• Fleet Broadband SAILOR 150 Satellite Terminal Compact FleetBroadband terminal providing simultaneous global voice and high-quality data connectivity for vessel operations and crew welfare.
• Coltraco Ultrasonic Watertight Integrity and Condition Monitoring Range (Portascanner II, Portamonitor, Portalevel MAX, Portamarine, PERMASCANNER) Portable and semi-fixed ultrasonic equipment for testing hatch-covers, doors, cable transit areas, shell doors, CO2 cylinders, bearing health and lubrication conditions as part of Navicom's India representation for Coltraco.
• Addressable Fire and Smoke Detection System (AFMS-3000) and H2S Gas Detection Type-approved addressable fire detection with 2-8 loops and per-detector identification, complemented by portable oxygen/explosive/toxic gas monitors for harsh maritime environments.
• LRAD 300X-RE Long Range Acoustic Device and Raymarine Thermal Cameras Maritime security solutions including long-range hailing and warning acoustic devices and 360-degree thermal night vision cameras for surveillance and threat deterrence.
• Transfluid Fluid Couplings, Clutches, PTOs and Electric Propulsion Systems Industrial and marine power transmission products including constant and variable fill fluid couplings, clutches, PTOs, REVERMATIC 11-700 RBD gear boxes and BUK-series propulsion control levers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 93% first-time-fix-rate for repair and maintenance jobs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• TransascoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom represents Transas in India for Sales, Service and complete after Sales Support & AMC. Transas provides Integrated Bridge System software and navigation technology for the INS Vikrant Indigenous Aircraft Carrier project.
• RaymarinecoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom represents Raymarine in India for Sales, Service and complete after Sales Support & AMC. Raymarine provides radar, multifunction displays, thermal cameras, VHF radios and fish finders.
• Hoppe MarinecoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom represents Hoppe Marine in India for Sales, Service and complete after Sales Support & AMC. Hoppe Marine provides tank content measuring, ballast management, shaft power meters, and anti-heeling systems.
• IneltehcoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom represents Inelteh in India for Sales, Service and complete after Sales Support & AMC. Inelteh provides engine order telegraphs and navigation equipment.
• PraxismajorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom represents Praxis in India for Sales, Service and complete after Sales Support & AMC.
• ColtracocoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom represents Coltraco in India for Sales, Service and complete after Sales Support & AMC. Coltraco provides Portascanner, Portalevel, Portamonitor and Portamarine ultrasonic testing equipment.
• Veolia WatermajorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom represents Veolia Water in India for Sales, Service and complete after Sales Support & AMC.
• KwantmajorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom represents Kwant in India for Sales, Service and complete after Sales Support & AMC.
• RWOmajorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom represents RWO in India. RWO provides Clean Ballast ballast water management systems, reverse osmosis plants, and sewage treatment plants.
• SAM ElectronicscoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom is approved by SAM Electronics to carry out 'Annual Performance Test' of voyage data recorders (VDR and S-VDR).
• SamsungcoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom is approved by Samsung to carry out 'Annual Performance Test' of voyage data recorders (VDR and S-VDR).
• Beijing HighlandercoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom is approved by Beijing Highlander to carry out 'Annual Performance Test' of voyage data recorders (VDR and S-VDR). Highlander provides HLD-VDR 600 / SVDR600 voyage data recorders.
• AMI MarinemajorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom is approved by AMI Marine to carry out 'Annual Performance Test' of voyage data recorders (VDR and S-VDR).
• STX EnginemajorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom is approved by STX Engine to carry out 'Annual Performance Test' of voyage data recorders (VDR and S-VDR).
• Northrop Grumman Sperry MarinecoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom provides Sperry Marine gyrocompass systems including console repeater compasses, bulkhead repeater compasses, and bearing repeater compasses.
• Danelec MarinecoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom provides Danelec ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display Information System) products which are Wheelmark approved by DNV GL and comply with IMO requirements.
• BEELE EngineeringmajorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom provides BEELE Engineering NOFIRNO pipe and cable sealing systems for fire and watertight applications.
• TransfluidmajorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom provides Transfluid industrial fluid couplings, variable fluid couplings, industrial transmissions, clutches and PTOs for industrial and marine applications.
• DHR (David Hunting)majorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom provides DHR searchlights including the 420RCB heavy duty searchlight for tugs, workboats and cargo vessels.
• Cassens & PlathmajorTechnology or IntegrationNavicom provides Cassens & Plath spherical magnetic compasses designed for professional coastal navigation and larger yachts.
• Mega-GuardcoreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom provides Mega-Guard Alarm Monitoring and Control System (AMCS) and Dynamic Positioning System (DP) for medium to large size vessels.
• FLIR (LRAD)coreTechnology or IntegrationNavicom provides LRAD (Long Range Acoustic Device) systems for maritime security including the LRAD 300X-RE for long range communications and hailing capabilities.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Marine Electricals India: Mumbai-listed Indian marine electrical and electronics systems integrator serving shipyards, the Indian Navy and commercial shipping. Most direct head-to-head peer for Navicom's system integration and after-sales service business in India.
• Japan Radio Co (JRC): Japan-based navigation, communication and GMDSS manufacturer competing head-to-head with Transas and Raymarine lines that Navicom represents; relevant peer on equipment-side competition in Indian shipyards.
• Furuno Electric: Major Japanese marine electronics manufacturer (radar, ECDIS, GMDSS, navigation) with its own India channel. Directly comparable as a navigation-equipment principal whose products compete with Raymarine/Transas lines distributed by Navicom.
• Aries Marine Services: India-focused marine service provider offering engineering, supply and maintenance to shipping and offshore — closely comparable geographic and customer footprint to Navicom.

Emerging players

• SAM Electronics (L3Harris): Manufacturer of VDR, integrated bridge and navigation systems whose products Navicom services in India under APT approvals; represents the OEM-side equivalent of Navicom's authorised service model.

Broad incumbents

• Kongsberg Maritime: Global incumbent in integrated bridge systems, automation, DP and naval systems with growing India presence. Competes with Navicom at the shipyard/RFQ level for large platform integration, while also being a potential OEM whose distribution Navicom could rely on.
• Sperry Marine (Northrop Grumman): Global navigation, gyrocompass and bridge systems OEM. Navicom already partners with Sperry Marine in India for gyrocompass supply; Sperry also competes directly with Navicom's integrated solutions for new-build contracts.
• ABB Marine & Ports: Provides marine automation, propulsion and bridge systems. Competes with Navicom in higher-value automation/DP integration for naval and commercial new-builds, especially in Indian shipyards.
• Raytheon Anschütz: Supplier of naval IBS, radar and integrated bridge systems globally. Competes with Navicom for naval platform integration projects including in India.
• Wärtsilä Marine: Major marine systems house offering integrated bridge, automation, ballast water treatment and lifecycle services worldwide — overlaps with Navicom across multiple product categories served into Indian shipyards and shipping.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/navicom-technology-international-private-limited

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Navicom