ABOUT DANPHONE

Danphone is a global partner and supplier within the maritime sector providing coastal radio, NAVTEX, AIS systems and test equipment for radio inspections. Danphone is a part of the ecosystem for critical infrastructure for communication and safety in the maritime sector.

Since 1990 the development and manufacturing of Danphone products and systems have been located under the same roof in Northern Denmark. Hereby, we ensure complete control of manufacturing procedures resulting in high quality products and quick adaption of product features to meet customer needs.

We thrive on the personal contact to our customers as well as our partners in the pursuit of delivering flawless customised solutions with high standards.

Danphone’s engineers have more than 25 years experience with developing, manufacturing and installation of systems in challenging environments including system integration and network management.

Today, Danphone is a world leader, supplying Coastal Radio and NAVTEX transmitters in more than 40 countries – and Futronic GMDSS testers in 85 countries.

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Business Strategy

 

Our vision is to maintain a position as a leading independent supplier of Coastal radio communication and safety systems and related test equipment.

Danphone acknowledges that we are a part of the global ecosystem in maritime technology, and we always seek to partner with leading suppliers.

We work closely together with end users/operators, prime contractors, subcontractors and other complementary suppliers. Danphone understands the dynamics of strategic co-operation.

Danphone follow and develop the future systems for maritime communication and safety in close co-operation with customers and partners.

Danphone's business objective is to develop, manufacture and deliver customised radio equipment, systems and related services, which ensure the fulfilment of product specifications, approval requirements and agreed delivery times and prices.

In all of the company’s activities, customer satisfaction is of the utmost concern.

We maintain continuously close relationships with customers and partners in order to fulfil requirements and support all installed systems and products.

OUR MISSION

 

ENSURING GLOBAL MARITIME RADIO COMMUNICATION AND SAFETY 

Our mission is to develop, manufacture and deliver on time customised radio communications equipment, systems and related services, which ensure the fulfilment of product specifications and approval requirements.

In all of our activities, customer satisfaction is of the utmost concern. Danphone operates and focuses on continuous improvements based upon our Quality Management System conforming to the international standard DS/EN ISO 9001.

Corporate Social Responsibility

 

Danphone supports the UN’s Global Compact, which is the world’s largest initiative on corporate social responsibility.

The Global Compact is a set of guidelines for how companies can contribute to solving the social and environmental challenges that come with globalization.

With the accession to the UN Global Compact, Danphone is committed to adapting our work and strategies to the ten principles in the areas of human rights, labor rights, the environment and anti-corruption.

 

For more information please see the 10 principles

International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA)

 

Danphone is official member of IALA. Established in 1957, IALA is a non-profit, international technical association that brings together authorities, manufactures, consulants, scientific institutes, and training centers from across the globe. The membership offers Danphone the opportunity to exchange knowledge and experiences with industry experts, contributing to the advancement of maritime safety and efficiency worldwide.  

As a member of IALA, Danphone collaborates with other stakeholders in a concerted effort to harmonise Marine Aids Navigation practices globally. Together, we stive to ensure that vessel movements are safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible. Through the work of various committees, Danphone and fellow members develop common best practices, culminating in the publication of IALA Standards, Recommendations, Guidelines, and Model courses. 

This collaborative effort not only enhances the safety of life and property at sea but also contributes to the protection of the marine environment. By reducing marine accidents and promoting cost-effective navigation solutions, IALA plays a crucial role in safeguarding our oceans. 

For more information please visit IALA's website here.

Danphone Sustainable Brand

 

As a part the Danphone environmental policy and brand strategy we are a sustainable brand.

We ensure correct handling, disposal, reuse or recycling at end-of-life of all Danphone and Futronic Equipment. Customers are offered to return old or replaced equipment to Danphone and we will ensure correct handling with our partners, e.g. Stena Recycling.

FUTRONIC GMDSS TEST BOXES

 

Futronic GMDSS test boxes form another important business activity for us. Developed and manufactured by Danphone under the brand name Futronic, these test boxes are used for the periodical surveys of ship-borne communications equipment, radio beacons, AIS and Search and Rescue transponders.

Futronic test boxes serve classification societies, equipment manufacturers, radio inspectors and maritime service providers worldwide.

Futronic test boxes are fully compliant with SOLAS requirements for radio inspections and are used worldwide for the inspection of communication and navigation equipment on board ships on behalf of various classification companies and port state control authorities.

There are more than 2,000 Futronic GMDSS testers in use located in more than 80 countries.

DigitalLead - Denmark's cluster organization for digital technologies

Denmark's cluster organization for digital technologies, DigitalLead, is a gathering point for digital innovation - for companies developing digital solutions as well as for other industries and sectors in need of innovative digital solutions.

Our work takes its point of departure in four trail-blazing focus areas:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Data Science and High Performance Computing
• Cyber security

In all our activities, we combine technology with a holistic approach to the succesful development of innovative digital solutions with a focus on business models and processes, ethics, UX and design thinking as well as sustainability and the SDGs.

InterForce

 

At Danphone, we uphold our social responsibility by actively supporting the Danish Defense and Emergency Services through our membership of InterForce. We support InterForce and are proud of contributing to Denmark’s overall safety and security. InterForce, an integral part of the Danish Defense, plays a crucial role in fostering collaborative partnerships between private enterprises and Denmark's Defense and Emergency Services.

Aalborg Maritime & Logistics 

We support the development of a visible, competitive, international and recognized Maritime sector around Aalborg. Aalborg Maritime & Logistics is a part of the Danish Maritime Community.