MetOcean Telematics News

MetOcean Telematics at IWCE 2022: Satellite communications

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce they will be exhibiting at International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) in Las Vegas, Nevada from March 23-24, 2022. IWCE is the annual event for critical communications technology professionals around the world to gather and evaluate, learn and network with industry pioneers. They are looking forward to connecting with clients and attendees at the show, and showcasing MetOcean’s latest satellite communications technology. Visit the team at...

MetOcean Telematics achieves top employer status again

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean) is pleased to announce it has been selected as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for the third consecutive year. Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers is an annual competition organised by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. This special designation recognises the employers in Canada’s four Atlantic provinces that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Employers are evaluated by the editors of Canada&r...

MetOcean wins 5-year contract for SAR buoys with Canadian DND

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a five-year contract from the Canadian government to supply the Department of Defence (DND) and the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) with its search and rescue (SAR) buoy, the Iridium Self Locating Datum Marker Buoy, iSLDMB. The MetOcean iSLDMB was developed 25+ years ago and has been providing Coast Guards and Defence agencies around the world with an easy-to-use and reliable buoy system that augments rescue efforts...

STOKES Iridium tracking drifter By MetOcean Telematics

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce the official release of the STOKES Iridium tracking drifter. It is available for purchase. The STOKES drifter was designed and tested in technical partnership with Florida State University (FSU). STOKES drifter The STOKES drifter is a compact drifting buoy that tracks water currents at the surface. The small lightweight buoy is equipped with Iridium satellite telemetry, GPS positioning, and a sea surface temperature sensor. Iridium satellite telemet...

MetOcean Telematics at International WorkBoat Show 2021

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce it will be exhibiting at the International WorkBoat Show in New Orleans, LA from December 1-3, 2021. The International WorkBoat Show is a trade-only conference and expo for commercial vessel owners, operators, and builders as well as the vendors and suppliers that serve them. International WorkBoat Show MetOcean is looking forward to connecting with partners and attendees in the industry and showcasing the latest MetOcean systems and Iridium products...

Meet MetOcean Telematics at Pacific Marine Expo 2021

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce we will be exhibiting at Pacific Marine Expo in Seattle, WA, from November 18-20, 2021.  Pacific Marine Expo is the largest commercial marine trade show on the West Coast, serving commercial mariners from Alaska to California.  Pacific Marine Expo 2021 MetOcean Telematics is looking forward to connecting with attendees and showcasing the latest MetOcean systems and Iridium products and technology. Visit the MetOcean Telematics team at booth...

MetOcean partners with ATEK for ANZ security solutions

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to announce the appointment of Atek Pty Ltd. (ATEK), as its Partner for MetOcean’s suite of surveillance and military communication solutions within Australia and New Zealand. ATEK is an independent Technical Security firm specialising in High Technology Solutions for Law Enforcement, Military, Intelligence and Government Agencies. ATEK holds extensive experience in application-based solutions, services, and support of law enforcement operational...

OmniCom VMS & FMS portfolios acquired by MetOcean Telematics

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Orolia’s OmniCom vessel management systems (VMS) and fleet management solutions (FMS). OmniCom is the next generation of trusted real-time fleet management technology designed to provide constant connectivity to customers, businesses, vessels, and crew while at sea. The acquisition includes the complete portfolio of OmniCom Global and OmniCom Vessel Monitoring System (VMS). OmniCom’s range of products OmniCom...

MetOcean Telematics to exhibit at NATIA 2021 event in Tampa, Florida, USA

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce it will be exhibiting at NATIA 2021 in Tampa, Florida, USA, from July 12th to 14th, 2021. They are looking forward to connecting with NATIA members and showcasing their latest products and technology. Visit the MetOcean Telematics team at booth 826 at the NATIA 2021 event. MetOcean Telematics at NATIA 2021 event NATIA is comprised of over 3,500 law enforcement, intelligence, and support personnel, who provide electronic surveillance, technical operat...

MetOcean Telematics: Top 100 defence companies, CDR 2021

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to announce that it has been selected as one of Canadian Defence Review’s (CDR) Top 100 defence companies for 2021. Canadian Defence Review is Canada’s pioneering defence and military journal, serving the information needs of Canada’s defence community.  The selection process for CDR’s Top 100, consists of an evaluation panel of CDR editorial staff and independent advisors who rank the companies annually based on factors su...

MetOcean named top SME employer in Canada for 2021

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to announce it has been selected for a second consecutive year, as one of CANADA’s Top Small and Medium Employers. MetOcean has also proudly secured a second win for 2021, as one of Atlantic Canada and Nova Scotia’s top Employers. Now in its 8th year, Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers is an editorial competition that recognises the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that offer the nation’s best workplaces and forward-th...

MetOcean secures long-term contract for Iridium services

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean) is pleased to announce it has been awarded an extensive long-term contract to provide global satellite communications to the Canadian Government, exclusively through the Iridium® satellite network.  The contract will feature MetOcean’s vast portfolio of Iridium-based products and services, which will be utilized by over 150 Canadian Federal and Provincial agencies.  The Iridium network is the sole satellite constellation to offer true 100...

MetOcean secures top employer spot in Atlantic Canada

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to announce it has been selected for a second consecutive year, as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers. MetOcean has also proudly secured a second win for 2021, as one of Nova Scotia’s top Employers. Canada’s Top Employers project for Atlantic Canada and Nova Scotia is a competition to determine which employers lead their industries in offering exceptional workplaces for their employees. Employers are evaluated by the editors of Ca...

Reliable SAR buoys by MetOcean support USCG operations

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a five-year blanket purchase agreement (BPA) to supply the United States Coast Guard (USCG) with its world-renowned search and rescue buoy, the Iridium Self Locating Datum Marker Buoy, also known as the iSLDMB. MetOcean Telematics has supported and supplied Coast Guards (CG) around the globe with a cost-effective and reliable search and rescue (SAR) buoy for over two decades. The United States Coast Guard a core-use...

MetOcean named top employer in Atlantic Canada for 2020

MetOcean is excited to announce that it has been named one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 2020! This is a very special award to be honored and recognised as one of the top places to work in Atlantic Canada.   MetOcean strives to create a world-class working environment that enables extraordinary opportunities for success among all of its employees as it works to develop and manufacture state-of-the-art data acquisition and end-to-end telematics solutions. Company's growth in...

MetOcean welcomes Kyle MacInnis as business development manager

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to announce Kyle MacInnis has joined the MetOcean Telematics Sales Team, as the MetOcean Systems Business Development Manager. Based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Kyle will support and manage global business development efforts for the MetOcean Systems group. Kyle brings over 10 years of successful experience within the Ocean-Tech sector. His overall experience coupled with his extensive channel management expertise, will greatly complement MetOcean&rsquo...

MetOcean announces Iridium edge pro satellite device

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to announce the availability of the NEW Iridium Edge® Pro (Edge Pro). Now available for purchase from MetOcean. The Iridium Edge Pro is a standalone smart Iridium satellite communication device. The device offers solution providers with a more simplistic and timely way to integrate real-time Iridium satellite communications into their applications. Through the use of Java applications, the Edge Pro collects, and processes data based...

PL Tech becomes exclusive Canadian rep for MetOcean

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to announce the appointment of PL Technology Solutions Inc. (PL Tech), a Price Langevin company, as its Exclusive Canadian Representative for MetOcean’s suite of security tracking products. PL Tech PL Technology Solutions Inc. (PL Tech), located in Edmonton, Alberta, is an independent Technical security firm specialising in High Technology Solutions for Law Enforcement, Military, Intelligence, and government agencies. PL Tech holds extensive ex...

MetOcean Telematics expands team with new leadership

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean), is pleased to welcome two new members to its expanding team: Paul Brooks, as VP of Engineering and Operations, and Sheldon Hope, as Director of Manufacturing. Both Paul Brooks and Sheldon Hope will operate out of MetOcean’s head office location in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Paul Brooks MetOcean is a familiar territory for Paul Brooks (Paul). Paul was previously MetOcean Data Systems’ VP, of Engineering from 2012-2016 and MetOcean is excited to welcome...

MetOcean Telematics secures Royal Navy MASS contract

MetOcean Telematics, is pleased to announce that it will supply the Royal Navy with its new Maritime Acoustic Scoring and Simulation System (MASS). The United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (MoD) awarded MetOcean an extensive contract vehicle to supply MASS, and systems will soon be commissioned by the Royal Navy. Maritime Acoustic Scoring and Simulation System (MASS) MASS eliminates the need for land bombardment ranges and the necessity to destroy physical targets MASS is the world’s fir...

MetOcean Telematics opens new office in Ottawa

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce that it has officially opened a new office in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. MetOcean Telematics shows continued growth with the opening of a new office that houses a dedicated team of sales and product development professionals. Sales and product location This new regional office is positioned to further support the growing customer base This new regional office is positioned to further support the growing customer base, which seeks to further increa...

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