Simrad, with a rich history dating back to 1946, was born from the collaboration of pioneering companies in marine technology, including Robertson, Simonsen Radio, Shipmate, and Navico. These brands brought years of expertise in marine autopilots, communications, satellite navigation, electronic chartplotters, echosounders, instrumentation, and multifunction displays. The Simrad name originates from Simonsen Radio, which, along with Robertson, started converting surplus radios for commercial fishing vessels post-World War II. Today, Simrad remains at the forefront of marine technology, offering innovative and reliable solutions that enhance safety, navigation, and overall performance on the water.