Signal Ocean has announced the strategic acquisition of AXSMarine, a leader in maritime freight and commodities tracking.
The move reinforces Signal Ocean’s focus on technology, innovation, and collaboration across the global shipping ecosystem.
AXSMarine brings a well-established suite of products – including AXSDry and Alphaliner – with strong market adoption.
The acquisition combines Signal Ocean’s platform with AXSMarine’s offerings and affiliates, including Next Voyage Maritime Pte. and Shiplex S.A., expanding the group’s reach to more than 1,500 clients worldwide.
The combined portfolio now covers freight, commodities tracking, and voyage and ship management ERP solutions.
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Ioannis Martinos, CEO of Signal Ocean, said: “We respect AXSMarine’s achievements in product development and market position.
“This partnership allows us to build technology and deliver high-quality data that improves the way our industry operates. Together, we can accelerate innovation, strengthen collaboration, and provide faster, more robust solutions for our clients.”
The acquisition also reinforces existing partnerships, including with BRS, a leading shipbroking group.
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Gilbert Walter, CEO of BRS Group, noted: “Transferring AXSMarine to Signal Ocean was a strategic decision. Signal Ocean understands shipping from within the industry, respects its stakeholders, and shares our long-term vision. Our investment in Signal Ocean reflects our confidence in this partnership.”
Jacques Goudchaux, CEO of AXSMarine, added: “We’ve achieved a lot as a company, and now we can expand our impact through this alignment. Maintaining our values while leveraging Signal Ocean’s capabilities will allow us to serve clients more efficiently and meaningfully.”
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For more information:
Signal Ocean – https://www.thesignalgroup.com/
