Bob Stockley Discusses the Past, Present, and Future of Marine VHF on the SeaVoice Podcast

Marine VHF radio has been the backbone of maritime safety for decades, but how has this familiar technology evolved and where is it heading next?

In the latest episode of Digital Yacht’s SeaVoice Podcast, our Managing Director Bob Stockley joins the conversation with long term business associate and friend Nick Heyes to explore the past, present and future of marine communications.

Throughout the interview, Bob covers essential operating principles like line-of-sight propagation and antenna performance, charts the technology's history from early crystal-controlled sets to DSC, and looks at today's innovations including integrated AIS, Bluetooth® and colour screens. He also offers a glimpse into what’s next on the water, discussing how emerging technologies like LTE could complement traditional VHF in the years ahead.

It’s a practical, fascinating listen packed with insights for anyone heading out to sea.

Listen to the full episode on Spotify: ‘Digital Yacht SeaVoice Podcast: All About Marine VHF Radio’

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