Garmin Ltd. today announced it has acquired Lumishore, a privately-held company that designs and manufactures high-performance above and underwater LED lighting systems for boats.

Lumishore brings an exciting new product category that complements Garmin’s existing marine portfolio and furthers our ability to provide seamless vessel integration. As a technology leader in LED lighting, Lumishore will expand Garmin’s innovative solutions all around the vessel. Together, we look forward to delivering unmatched LED lighting technology to our customers around the world.
–Jarrod Seymour, Garmin Vice President, Marine Segment Leader

With over 15 years of experience, Lumishore offers premium LED lighting systems used on a variety of vessels from runabouts to superyachts. A trusted name in boat-wide LED systems, Lumishore offers a comprehensive range of single, dual and full-color change underwater and above-water lighting systems.

Since our founding, Lumishore has been passionate about creating innovative products that enhance the boating experience. Garmin shares our passion for serving the marine industry, making them an ideal company to carry Lumishore into the future. We look forward to a bright future working together as we continue to elevate the lighting experience for our customers.
–Eifrion Evans, Lumishore Founder and CEO

Lumishore is headquartered in Swansea, United Kingdom with a distribution center in Sarasota, Fla. A vertically integrated company with in-house R&D and production, its associates will become part of the global Garmin workforce. Financial terms of the acquisition will not be disclosed.

About Garmin Ltd.​

Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN) is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin is a registered trademark. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized the aviation, automotive, fitness, marine and outdoor markets. Dedicated to helping people make the most of the time they spend pursuing their passions, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday.

Garmin announced its acquisition of Lumishore, a privately-held company that designs and manufactures high-performance above and underwater LED lighting systems for boats.

Lumishore, a leading manufacturer of high-performance marine LED lighting systems, is proud to announce the expansion of its Eclipse Lighting Collection. This premier lighting solution offers boat owners a cost-effective, easy-to-install, and easy-to-control connected system, now enhanced with additional features tailored for boats up to 45ft.

The Eclipse Collection now includes onboard RGB options such as strip lights, neon flex, and courtesy lights, along with a new White + RGB downlight. These additions provide a spectrum of vibrant, customizable lighting effects, enhancing both the ambiance and functionality of vessels.

The standout feature of the Eclipse Collection is its innovative control system. The Eclipse Command Center is the world’s first ultra-compact box with built-in drivers and zones for various light types. This fully integrated system eliminates the need for additional drivers, dimmer units, or voltage regulators, significantly reducing installation time and cost. Designed specifically for smaller boats where space is at a premium, the Eclipse Collection offers the perfect balance of advanced technology and compact design. Control options include MFD, smartphone, and switch.

"The expansion of our Eclipse Lighting Collection is a significant milestone for Lumishore," said Eifrion Evans, CEO of Lumishore. "We are excited to offer an even broader range of vibrant, customizable lighting options for boats up to 45ft, coupled with the industry’s most innovative control system, which itself has exciting new features. Our goal has always been to enhance the boating experience with advanced, high-quality and value lighting solutions, and the new additions and changes to the Eclipse Collection deliver that."

The expanded Eclipse Collection will have its European launch at the Cannes Yachting Festival and the Genoa International Boat Show, followed by its U.S. debut at IBEX*.

Backed by Lumishore's commitment to quality and reliability and supported by a 3-year warranty for all system components, the Eclipse Collection delivers high-quality lighting solutions at an affordable price. With these latest innovations, Lumishore continues to lead the industry in marine lighting, catering to all your boat lighting needs—from mood-enhancing illumination to practical lighting solutions that enhance safety and aesthetics on all sizes of boats, from runabouts to superyachts.
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