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Quick Summary of Maptech's New Products Released at the 2008 Miami Boat Show
I. New Line of Compact, Waterproof ChartKit Books (Full Press Release: click here)
For 30 years ChartKit books have been a popular and trusted chart resource for thousands of boaters. Responding to customer suggestions, Maptech introduces smaller versions of the ChartKit books on waterproof, tear resistant paper. Each full-size ChartKit page is made into a two-page spread for a Compact ChartKit. Compact, waterproof ChartKits retail for $79.95 and full versions sell for $129.95.
Upon registration you will receive free digital nautical charts for the coverage area in the book plus GPS software. Boaters are encouraged to keep the charts current by visiting www.chartkit.com. The new compact, waterproof ChartKits are:
• Florida Keys: Fort Lauderdale to Dry Tortugas • Narragansett Bay to Nantucket: New London to Nantucket and Buzzard’s Bay and South Shore Cape Cod • Upper Chesapeake Bay: C&D Canal to Solomons Island • Northern Bahamas: Abaco to Nassau, Bimini & Berry Islands (July) • Virgin Islands: Easternmost Coast of Puerto Rico to British Virgin Islands (July)
II. International Chart Packages for the PC Boater ---- More Charts, Broader Coverage and Lower Prices (Full Press Release: click here)
Boaters who use a PC for navigation and chart planning on international charts are in for a real treat. Kicking off 2008, Maptech announces the introduction of several new and revised international software titles. For each region there are three different levels of chart data and software: Boating Charts, Chart Navigator, and Chart Navigator Pro. Each title varies in chart data and navigation software, giving boaters a clear choice. The Maptech International Chart Packages offer a complete solution for boaters who desire ease of use and a simple, all-in-one PC navigation package with chart regions.
The charts are in the BSB4 file format, making them compatible with a wide variety of navigation software programs. Current titles released are as follows and additional ones will be announced later in the year.
• U.K. and Ireland --- 3 levels of data and software at $149, $299, and $599 • Central America & Mexico --- 3 levels of data and software at $149, $299, and $599 For a comprehensive description of each new product see www.maptech.com.
III. Embassy Cruising Guide: Long Island Sound (April release) In April, we celebrate the 20th anniversary issue of our Embassy Cruising Guides with our Long Island Sound to Cape May, NJ 11th edition. With expanded coverage of New Jersey, the Hudson River and a new chapter on the New York State Canal system, this guide continues to serve cruising boaters with excellent coverage, detailed navigation and destination advice, and hundreds of color aerial and harbor photos.
Contact Information: Maptech Sales: 888-839-5551 and www.maptech.com. |