The story behind TELEMAR

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history

Established back in 1947 as Compagnia Generale Telemar to manage radio communication on board italian ships, we have since become a worldwide leader in bridge electronics equipment and on board maintenance services.

2018

ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Telemar’s certification upgrade from ISO 9001:2008 to the latest ISO 9001:2015 demonstrates involvement toward continuous Quality System's improvement.


70 years of service excellence
1947-2017: Maritime electronics pioneer Telemar turns 70 and launches a new logo and company-wide branding.

2017


2016

Marlink & Telemar joining forces
Marlink and Telemar create a new Maritime Group dedicated to providing an integrated offering of broadband communications, digital solutions, bridge electronics and on-board maintenance.


Major Innovation
Telemar Yachting develops the Glass Bridge console for luxury yachts.

2014


2013

Acquisition
Telemar acquires Funkelektronik Dieter Pundsack, a specialist of sales, installation, repair and servicing of communications and navigation electronics systems.


 

First Inmarsat Global Xpress VAR
Inmarsat appoints Telemar first Global Xpress VAR (Value Added Reseller) for the maritime sector.

2012


2010

Expansion
Creation of Telemar Norway and foundation of Telemar Yachting Italy.


Serving Chinese Market
Creation of Telemar Shanghai Ltd.

2007


2003

Telemar Finland 
Creation of Telemar Finland in Helsinki


Telemar USA 

2001


1999

Expansion
Acquisition of Litton-Sperry Italian subsidiary and creation of Telemar UK.


Introduction of Maintenance Contracts
Integrated maintenance of communication, navigation and safety equipment to enable ships to minimize risks, delays and costs.

1990's


1970's

Full bridge navigation added to portfolio


First radar installed on a commercial ship

1952


1947

Creation of Compagnia Generale TELEMAR
Creation of Compagnia Generale to manage radio communications on board Italian ships