| Company name | Group | Parent | Subsidiary | Customer | Supplier | Alliance | Bank | Shareholder |
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| JRC | Alphatron Marine | ||||||||
| JRC Europe | ||||||||
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In 2014, Alphatron Marine and JRC entered into a partnership to continue growing.
In 2017, JRC officially acquired Alphatron Marine, and we became part of the Japanese corporate family.
JRC and Alphatron Marine introduced AlphaBridge Inland, a simply designed system for inland vessels, at Maritime Industry 2018. It is suited to vessels that need to lower their wheelhouses to pass beneath low bridges on rivers and canals.
Alphatron Marine’s inland shipping division will exhibit again at the Maritime Industry trade show, presenting navigation and communication equipment for inland waterways in Europe.
From the perspectives of Alphatron Marine's founders and management, this article discusses the company's past, present, and future. It describes how the company grew from a small business into a global enterprise and touches on its outlook.
Alphatron Marine's first 35 years were marked by entrepreneurship, technological innovation, and international growth. The next 35 years are expected to look very different because of technological advances and geopolitical shifts, while a shortage of skilled technology professionals is also a concern.
As JRC's CEO, Jun Nakazawa discussed the importance of international cooperation, entrepreneurship, and diverse perspectives. His career began in marine technology, and he has grown through experience gained around the world.
Alphatron Marine founder and former president Luuk Vroombout discussed the company’s 35 years of growth and international expansion. He recalled its early struggles as a small company in a highly competitive market.
JRC President and CEO Kaichiro Sakuma, who took up the role this year, shared his vision for the future of the JRC Group amid changes driven by technological innovation and digitalization. In the interview, he discussed JRC’s history, current challenges, and future opportunities.
Effective May 4, 2026, Brian Patrick became Service Manager at Alphatron Marine USA. He joined the company in February 2024 and brings more than 40 years of marine electronics experience and a strong commitment to service. In his new role, he will lead the service and warranty, training, and technical support teams.
Alphatron Marine Beheer B.V. has warned that fraudulent emails are circulating. Although they may appear trustworthy, they use fake domains or sender addresses and request payments or the sharing of commercial information.
The new Alphatron Marine Singapore office is intended to strengthen the organization and improve team collaboration, providing a foundation for better customer service in the rapidly changing maritime industry.