Signal Ocean acquires AXSMarine to accelerate shipping innovation

Signal Ocean has announced the strategic acquisition of AXSMarine, a recognized leader in maritime freight and commodities tracking. The move reflects Signal’s commitment to advancing technology, innovation, and collaboration across the global shipping ecosystem.

AXSMarine has built a strong suite of products with significant market adoption. Signal Ocean stated the investment underscores a shared belief in the partnership’s long-term potential and the value it will deliver to the industry.

Shared Vision for Industry Technology

Ioannis Martinos, CEO of Signal Ocean, expressed respect for AXSMarine’s achievements. “We have immense respect for AXSMarine’s achievements – both in the strength of its products, like AXSDry and Alphaliner, and its position in the market,” he said.

The investment and partnership is rooted in a shared vision. Both companies aim to build technology and provide quality data that enhance industry operations. “Together, we aim to push the boundaries of innovation, deepen collaboration across market participants, and deliver solutions that truly serve the community across prefixing, postfixing and commodities tracking,” Martinos stated.

For clients, the acquisition will mean more robust data and faster feature development.

Combined Portfolio Serves 1,500 Clients

The combined product portfolio extends beyond the primary offerings. It includes AXSMarine affiliate Next Voyage Maritime and Signal Ocean affiliate Shiplex. These companies develop voyage and ship management ERP solutions.

Together, the group now supports a community of more than 1,500 clients.

Signal Ocean reaffirmed the importance of its broader network of partnerships. This includes its valued relationship with BRS, a leading shipbroking group. BRS remains a long-term satisfied client of both Signal Ocean and AXSMarine solutions.

The companies will continue developing and strengthening their partnership. They aim to create greater alignment and improve efficiency for users across the sector.

BRS Group Invests in Signal Ocean

Gilbert Walter, CEO of BRS Group, said Signal Ocean’s investment strongly endorses their mission. “We are pleased with our decision to transfer the destiny of AXSMarine to Signal Ocean, a company that truly understands shipping, comes from within the industry, and has consistently demonstrated deep respect for its people and its evolution,” he stated.

BRS Group decided to invest in Signal Ocean and participate in its board. The move reflects confidence in the union.

Jacques Goudchaux, AXSMarine CEO, expressed pride in achievements to date. “As we look toward the future of our combined forces, I’m excited to be part of this next chapter in our journey,” he said.

Goudchaux’s goal is to ensure values stay at the core of every decision. The companies will continue creating meaningful impact for customers, partners, and each other. “Our alignment and shared vision will improve and accelerate our ability to serve our markets together for the benefit of our clients,” he stated.

The partnership represents a collective step forward as quality data and technology remain essential to the global freight and commodities tracking space. It combines deep domain expertise with a forward-thinking approach to innovation.

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