SafetyNet Technologies has struck an agreement to supply the CatchCam fishing gear-mounted camera to the Australian market, signing up Queensland-based Hampidjan Australia as its distributor.
“We like to be in the forefront with fishing gear technologies in Australia and are excited to introduce CatchCam to the commercial fishing market,” said Hampidjan Australia Managing Director Thorsteinn Benediktsson, commenting that both Hampidjan and SafetyNet Technologies firmly believe that their partnership will make a real impact on the fishing industry by introducing precision fishing technologies and practices to the Australian market.
CatchCam is seen as a logical addition to the company’s suite of products as it allows fishermen to easily see their gear underwater, making it possible to quickly identify any issues and solve them as needed.
Hampidjan Australia recognises that innovation starts with fishermen, and Benediktsson said that by providing “eyes on the net”, CatchCam cameras can accelerate innovation and help the fishing industry hit its sustainability goals.
CatchCam is the most robust underwater video camera on the market for commercial fishing. It comes with a battery life in excess of four days, complete wireless operation, and a suite of settings specific to fishing operations.
“Working with Hampidjan is perfect for us. They are an internationally recognised brand with a very strong reputation in fishing,” said Tom Rossiter, head of precision fishing at SafetyNet Technologies.
“The fishermen trust them, and they are the partner we need in Australia. Our products have been designed with fishermen, for fishermen and working with Hampidjan will help us to build on this with new customers in Australia.”
