Safomar Technologies has signed a new distribution agreement with Canada-based avionics manufacturer Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing (AEM) to bring its special mission communication products to Africa. AEM specialises in designing and manufacturing high-quality equipment for the aviation and aerospace industries, from advanced audio systems and intercoms to purpose-built radios, specialty audio products and powerful external PA systems.

Safomar Technologies will be the sole African distributor for AEM's P139-HD digital audio system, AS350/H125 avionics and switch consoles, loudspeaker systems, remote and panel-mount mission radios, as well as its specialty audio accessories and caution/warning panels.

"We see significant long term operational and reliability benefits to our customers by offering AEM's avionics systems and solutions. AEM has a reputation for providing trusted and reliable special mission communications equipment to law enforcement, aerial search and rescue and aerial firefighting operators across the Americas, Europe and Asia, so the opportunity to bring these solutions to our customers and the wider market in Africa adds significant value and aligns with our long term regional strategic objectives," says managing director Walter Bold.

AEM director of sales and marketing Tony Weller adds: "Partnering with Safomar Technologies helps get our solutions into aircraft and into service faster and more efficiently. Both our organisations are committed to supporting the unique requirements and needs of our customers, and leveraging the experience and reputation Safomar has in the region will make sure operators have access to the most up-to-date equipment necessary to complete their missions safely and on time."

The joint distribution process is currently being set up and both companies are now taking orders.