As boats are built with more and more features and systems every year, boat owners are looking for more convenient ways to operate all the equipment on their boats. If you’re often using your boat single-handed or with a smaller crew, it is especially important to have convenient and mobile ways of controlling systems on board like bow and stern thrusters or anchor windlasses.

Operating a commercial fishing vessel in the northern reaches of the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of New England is a demanding and taxing job. Headquartered in one of the busiest commercial fishing ports in the United States – New Bedford, Massachusetts – Imtra is intimately familiar with the unique conditions and challenges that commercial fishermen face, and we offer solutions and equipment to make their time on the water safer and more comfortable.  

Thousands of inland towboat operators across the US rely on equipment from Imtra to make their time on the water safer and more comfortable. Offering everything from navigation lighting and searchlights to solar shades and helm chairs, Imtra has been supporting the inland towboat market for decades. 

One of the most common questions about DC electric bow & stern thrusters is how long they can run continuously before overheating, and the answer is dependent on several factors. This article details what those factors are as they relate specifically to Sleipner (Side-Power) thrusters. 

Imtra offers the highest quality products for outfitting your campervan or overland vehicle with everything you need to enjoy your time adventuring. Learn more.

Vimar is one of the world’s top manufacturers of decorative switching and outlet systems, particularly popular in the marine industry thanks to the vast selection of styles and designs. The seemingly endless options can make the initial selection process a bit overwhelming. In this piece we’ll take a look at how to put a system together that is best for your specific application.

Windshield wipers are an integral piece of safety equipment on many powerboats and yachts. While many boaters don’t ever plan to go out on rainy or stormy days, we all know conditions on the water can change in a hurry, and it’s always best to be prepared. In this article, we’ll take a look at the components of a wiper system, and the process to install them.

Learn everything you need to know about marine LED utility lights and the best places to install them on your boat.

Ever wondered if your boat is a good candidate for fin stabilizers? The experts at Imtra go through the best types of boats for Sleipner Vector Fins stabilization system.

For many boat owners in seasonal climates, hauling the boat in the fall for winter storage is an annual routine. While it’s often tempting to get the boat hauled and put away, out of sight and out of mind; a little maintenance in the fall can go a long way towards avoiding headaches and delays when it’s time to launch in the spring. The product experts at Imtra have put together a guide to fall maintenance to help you keep all the systems on your boat functioning properly and efficiently.