TIMAGE & CO. LIMITED

What TIMAGE & CO. LIMITED does

Timage & Co. Limited, trading as Timage Marine, is a UK-based distributor of marine-grade hardware, lighting, bathroom and plumbing fittings, engineering equipment, furniture, and outdoor accessories, founded in 1978 by Giorgio Lanza and headquartered in Braintree, Essex. The company operates a B2C/B2B e-commerce platform (timage.co.uk) that organizes its catalog into nine categories: hardware, lighting, bathroom and plumbing, engineering, furniture, audio, fabrics, protective films, and lifestyle/giftware. Its customers include private boat owners, yacht builders, marine refit specialists, and trade professionals, with a secondary segment addressing architects and interior designers specifying marine-style hardware for luxury non-marine projects.

The core technology stack centers on marine-grade 316/A4 stainless steel components for corrosion resistance, IP65-IP68-rated LED lighting using Nichia chips with CRI above 90, multi-protocol dimming systems (DMX512 RDM, DALI, 0-10V, Bluetooth LE) programmable via mobile app, and a patented pre-preg carbon fibre telescopic awning system with shallow-mount waterproof deck sockets. Timage holds UK distribution relationships with several European premium manufacturers, including Italian suppliers Foresti & Suardi (hardware and lighting components), Besenzoni (hydraulic platforms, automatic roof systems, cranes, passerelles), Idromar (desalinators), French furniture maker Sifas (Kalife collection), and audio brand Rockford Fosgate, with spare-parts support layered on top of finished-goods distribution.

The business model is direct e-commerce retail to consumers and trade customers, with a proforma trade account program that provides discounts for verified trade buyers. Pricing is per-unit with free UK shipping on orders above £200, no subscriptions, and no disclosed recurring revenue. The company is privately held, with no institutional investors, no disclosed M&A activity, no subsidiaries, and no disclosed headcount or revenue figures.

Name

TIMAGE & CO. LIMITED

Legal name

Timage & Co Ltd

Website

https://timage.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Timage & Co. Limited (Timage Marine) is a UK-based e-commerce distributor founded in 1978 that supplies marine-grade hardware, lighting, bathroom fittings, engineering equipment, and outdoor furniture to yacht owners, boat builders, and marine refit specialists across the UK.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Hardware & Fittings

NAICS

Ship and Boat Building (33661)

SIC

Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRAMAIAI

Docking, Anchoring & Mooring Equipment Retail

Consumer Products & Retail/Sporting Goods & Outdoor Retail/Water Sports & Marine Recreation Retail

Keywords

• Marine hardware supplies
• Yacht fittings
• Marine LED lighting
• Marine engineering equipment
• Boat deck hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Braintree

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. E-commerce Retail Sales: Direct B2C and B2B online sales of marine hardware, lighting, furniture, and accessories through timage.co.uk e-commerce platform. Products sold at retail prices with trade discount available for proforma account holders.
2. Trade/Proforma Accounts: Business accounts for trade customers offering proforma invoicing and trade discounts on marine products. Trade customers contact sales team to establish account terms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Timage & Co. Limited supplies finished marine hardware, lighting, bathroom fittings, engineering equipment, furniture, audio, fabrics, and accessories for yacht builders, marine refit specialists, and private boat owners. The company operates a UK-focused e-commerce platform (timage.co.uk) distributing its own carbon fibre awning systems alongside premium third-party brands such as Foresti & Suardi, Besenzoni, Idromar, Sifas, Rockford Fosgate, Clamcleat, and Nautinox. Customers purchase either at retail prices through the self-serve online store or under trade/proforma accounts with trade discounts for professional buyers.

Product overview

TIMAGE & CO. LIMITED is a UK-based supplier of finished marine parts and components to the marine and architectural industries. The company operates a multi-category product portfolio organized into nine core divisions: Hardware (marine-grade stainless steel fittings, cleats, handles, hinges), Lighting (LED spotlights, neon flex strips, downlights including the Nettuno range), Bathroom & Plumbing (316 stainless steel tapware, showers, sinks), Engineering (hydraulic platforms, anchor systems, cranes, passerelles), Furniture (outdoor furniture including the Kalife collection by Sifas, director's chairs, seating), Audio (Rockford Fosgate marine audio equipment), Fabrics (marine upholstery and vinyls), Protective Films, and Lifestyle & Giftware. The company also offers spare parts for major brands including Besenzoni and Idromar. Products are sold through a consumer e-commerce platform with trade account options available. Founded in 1978 by Giorgio Lanza, the company is headquartered in Braintree, Essex.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Marine Hardware Marine-grade hardware range including stainless steel bow rollers, coat hooks, deck hardware, door furniture, handrails, hatch locks, hinges, horns, portholes, securing devices, ship's bells, skin fittings, stanchions, steering wheels, sun awnings, tender supports, and deck fillers for yacht builders and marine specialists.
• Marine Lighting Marine lighting solutions including LED spotlights (Nettuno range), LED strip lighting, neon flex strips, courtesy lights, navigation lighting, wall lights, work lights, table lamps, and mains/low voltage accessories for interior and exterior marine applications.
• Marine Bathroom & Plumbing Marine bathroom fixtures including 316 stainless steel tapware, mixer taps, folding taps, showers, sinks, and bathroom accessories for yacht heads and galleys.
• Marine Engineering Engineering solutions including automatic anchor systems, hydraulic platforms, cranes, passerelles, bathing ladders, pumps, windscreen wiper systems, automated TV lifts, and custom fabrication for marine refit and new-build yards.
• Marine Furniture Marine and outdoor furniture including director's chairs, modular sofas (Kalife collection by Sifas), tables, seating, teak trunks, outdoor furniture, pilot seats, and mattresses.
• Marine Audio Marine-grade audio equipment including amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, source units, and cables & accessories distributed from Rockford Fosgate.
• Marine Fabrics Marine fabrics including interior and exterior vinyls, upholstery materials, boat covers, and OEM upholstery services.
• Protective Films for Marine Surfaces Protective film products for marine surfaces including hulls and brightwork.
• Marine Lifestyle & Giftware Marine lifestyle products including boat hooks, clocks, barometers, glass chillers, porthole mirrors, and mobile phone accessories.
• Nettuno GTP Spotlight IP65 waterproof shallow-depth LED spotlight at 28mm deep with Nichia LED chip and CRI>90, available in 3200K or 4000K color temperatures, chrome-plated brass body for yacht interior/exterior lighting.
• Nettuno GT Spotlight IP65 waterproof shallow-installation antiglare LED spotlight at 28mm depth with Nichia LED chip and CRI>90, available in 3200K or 4000K color temperatures.
• Nettuno Big GT Spotlight Larger Nettuno GT spotlight at 30mm depth, 5.5W power, IP65 waterproof rating, Nichia LED chip with CRI>90.
• Silicone Neon Flex LED Strip - Side View 12mm x 20mm IP67 rated silicone neon flexible LED strip with side view light output, available in 5W/10W/15W per metre variants and white temperatures from 2200K-6000K plus RGB and RGBW options for marine accent lighting.
• IP68 Polyurethane Neon Flex LED Strip IP68 rated polyurethane neon strip designed for harsh environments and underwater installation, highly resistant to UV, solvents, seawater, and chemicals including chlorine and bromine.
• Telescopic Carbon Fibre Removable Sun Awning Poles Premium telescopic carbon fibre awning poles available in Ø66mm and Ø86mm diameters with patented deck socket design, featuring internal pulley system with Dyneema rope, Clamcleat tensioner, matt carbon finish with stainless steel components.
• IP66 Sun Awning Deck Socket 316-grade stainless steel deck socket for Ø66mm awning poles, IP66 waterproof with shallow design requiring no drainage, available in surface-mount and flush-mount versions.
• IP86 Sun Awning Deck Socket 316-grade stainless steel deck socket for Ø86mm awning poles, available in drilled/countersunk and blind fitting versions.
• 316-Grade Stainless Steel (A4) Hex Head Precision Screws & Nuts 316-grade A4 stainless steel metric hexagon head screws and nuts to DIN 933 / DIN 934 standards offering excellent corrosion resistance for marine assembly and deck fitting applications.
• 316 Stainless Steel Retractable Deck Cleat Viton-sealed retractable deck cleat in 316 stainless steel available in four sizes (A, B, C, D) with smooth operation and polished finish, with optional water drain connections for yacht mooring and tender securing.
• Spring Loaded Recessed Handle Marine-grade 316L stainless steel spring-loaded flush handle, hand-polished to mirror finish, designed for panels 7mm-14mm thick for cabinets and lockers on yachts and boats.
• Chrome Plated Door Handles with Curved Design Italian-made solid brass door handles with chrome plating, featuring minimalist curved design with concealed fixings; includes roses and spindle for interior joinery applications.
• 4-Channel DIN Rail 8-53Vdc Dimmer Multi-functional 4-channel DIN-rail dimmer module supporting DMX512 RDM, DALI, PUSH, 0-10V, potentiometer and Bluetooth LE control, programmable via Android/iOS app, RGBW compatible with 17 operational modes.
• LED & Halogen Low Voltage Dimmer Unit Multi-functional dimming device for 12/24Vdc halogen and LED luminaires, compatible with single or double pole dimming switches for marine low-voltage lighting circuits.
• Kalife Outdoor Furniture Collection Premium modular outdoor furniture collection by Sifas featuring aluminium structure with PVC-coated polyester braid, including sofas, loveseats, lounge chairs, corner chairs, ottomans, and tables for marine decks and terraces.
• Midnight Parasol Marine parasol with 2.50m diameter shade, UPF 30+ rating, water-resistant coating, hand crank mechanism, compatible with S40 Fast Lock Socket system for deck shading.
• Heritage Collection Heritage-styled marine hardware collection featuring classic designs for traditional and classic boat applications.
• Spare Parts Replacement spare parts for Besenzoni systems, Timage lighting products, Idromar desalinators, and other hardware items.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Foresti & SuardicoreTechnology or IntegrationItalian manufacturer of premium marine hardware including door handles, sinks, bathroom fixtures, and lighting components. Timage distributes their products in the UK market as a key supplier relationship.
• BesenzonicoreTechnology or IntegrationItalian manufacturer of marine engineering products including automatic roof systems, hydraulic platforms, cranes, passerelles, and gangways. Timage stocks spare parts and full systems.
• Rockford FosgateminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMarine-grade audio equipment including amplifiers, speakers, and subwoofers. Timage distributes Rockford Fosgate marine audio products in the UK.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Defender Industries: Established US marine retailer and distributor with deep catalogue across marine hardware, deck equipment, and accessories — comparable product breadth and B2B/B2C model but operating at significantly larger scale.
• West Marine: Large US-based marine retail chain with extensive catalogue of hardware, electrical, and chandlery products serving a comparable end customer — operates at much greater scale and acts as a broad incumbent reference point.

Others

• Foresti & Suardi: Italian premium marine hardware manufacturer (door handles, sinks, lighting, bathroom fittings) that is one of Timage's core supplier partners — comparable in marine hardware category but upstream as a manufacturer rather than retailer.
• Sifas: French premium outdoor furniture manufacturer whose Kalife collection is distributed by Timage — adjacent product overlap in marine-grade furniture but operates as a designer-manufacturer, not a UK retailer.
• Besenzoni: Italian manufacturer of marine engineering systems (hydraulic platforms, passerelles, automatic roofs, anchor systems) that supplies Timage — comparable product categories but operates as manufacturer rather than UK retailer.

Direct peers

• Force 4 Chandlery: Well-established UK marine chandlery with extensive e-commerce catalogue covering hardware, electronics, deck equipment, and interior fittings — overlapping significantly with Timage's nine-category offering.
• JP Nautical (JPC Direct): UK online chandlery offering marine hardware, plumbing, electrical, and deck equipment with trade account options — directly comparable business model and product breadth to Timage.
• Marine Super Store: UK online marine retailer specialising in chandlery, deck hardware, safety equipment, and boat fittings for leisure craft — a direct e-commerce competitor in the same customer segment.
• ASAP Supplies: UK marine chandlery and hardware retailer operating an e-commerce platform selling marine fittings, deck hardware, plumbing, and lighting to boat owners and trade customers — directly comparable to Timage's product mix and target market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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 →

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