8.4.2019 Savox Communications appoints Sami Paihonen as CTO
Sami Paihonen has been appointed CTO to lead Savox’s technology and business development with immediate effect. In line with Savox's strategy for 2022 focusing on situational awareness, Paihonen will concentrate on future technologies and platforms.
In the past couple of years, Savox has doubled its revenue, reaching almost 40 million euros in 2018. Paihonen will join this successful journey by developing Savox’s business and contributing with his strong experience to create “game changing” smart technology solutions to keep people safe at work.
Paihonen joins Savox after running Savox Ventures as Senior Advisor.
”I have followed Savox for 9 months now and participated in many initiatives to learn and support the company in moving forward. It goes without saying that I am very positive about Savox’s future and proud to be joining this team now – looking forward to this journey!” Paihonen said.
Paihonen is a graduate (M.Sc.) of University of Oulu, where he studied Work Sciences. Before Savox Ventures, he has served in various positions at Digitalist Group Plc. (former Ixonos Plc) such as CEO and President of Digitalist Group Plc (former Ixonos), heading Ixonos/Digitalist Group’s North America operations twice and establishing a Design business unit for the company. Prior to this, he worked in South Korea at Samsung as Director for Mobile User Experience Design and Strategy. In addition to these, he had a 10-year career at Nokia in its various units, including leading the Nokia Services & Solutions UX unit as well as Nokia’s Solution Creation and Delivery UI in Finland.
Paihonen will be based in Espoo, Finland, reporting to Jerry Kettunen. Accordingly, the Management Group, effective as of 1 April 2019, consists of the following members: Jerry Kettunen, Mikko Wartiovaara, Terhi Rantala, Henrik Aure and Sami Paihonen.
For more information, please contact:
Jerry Kettunen, CEO Savox Communications
Tel. +358 40 044 4615
jerry.kettunen@savox.com
19.12.2018 Savox Communications acquires Silenta
Savox Communications has acquired Silenta Group’s entire share capital. Silenta, a company specialized in hearing protection, became a part of Savox Group on 17 December 2018, retaining its successful Silenta brand. Silenta will continue its operations in Jyväskylä.
Along with the acquisition, Savox strengthens its hearing protection expertise, whereas Silenta expands its hearing protection portfolio through Savox's communication know-how.
"The acquisition creates a stable foundation for Savox's business growth. Silenta's solid know-how as an expert in hearing protection business and as an industrial actor are in line with Savox's strategic goals: Savox’s end-user requirements are diverse and there’s a demand for hearing protection among our market segments. On the other hand, Savox's expertise as electronics manufacturer and communication technology pioneer, including e.g. ATEX products, expands Silenta’s portfolio", says Savox’s CEO Jerry Kettunen.
The combination of Savox and Silenta's unique offering strengthens the company’s reputation as a reliable supplier of products suitable for critical environments.
For more information, please contact:
Jerry Kettunen, CEO, Savox Communications, +358 40 044 4615 or jerry.kettunen@savox.com
30.11.2018 Talking Headsets, Savox's Customization Partner in Europe
As of 1 January 2019 the UK distributor Talking Headsets will act as Savox's official customization partner in Europe. Savox and Talking Headsets will continue to grow the long standing and strong partnership to better support the re-sellers around the world. The aim is to achieve a greater success rate of turning customized or non-standard opportunities into orders.
Talking Headsets will operate under license and use Savox genuine components where possible. The partnership applies mainly to PTT- and RSM-products excluding all ATEX-products. Customized products will be re-branded "SWATCOM", which is Talking Headsets' own brand. All warranties and repairs will be supported by Talking Headsets and all the inquiries will be redirected to Talking Headsets.
For more information, please contact
Johanna Björklund (johanna.bjorklund@savox.com)
Jussi Havakka (jussi.havakka@savox.com)
17.7.2018 Savox showcases IMP at MACC
Savox showcases the tactical intercom system IMP at the Multi-Agency Craft Conference (MACC) in Baltimore on 18-19 July 2018. MACC is an open forum for the exchange of operational and technical information on small boats and craft between Government agencies and the maritime community.
The Conference shares information on new technologies and new product offerings as well as information on Army and Navy service craft, Navy and Coast Guard patrol boats, Navy and USMC expeditionary craft, and Naval Special Warfare craft.
26.6.2018 SOLAS deadline is approaching
The SOLAS regulation II-2/10 comes into force soon, make sure you are compliant. If you are still searching for products to meet the requirements, check our SOLAS portfolio.
18.6.2018 Savox into new location in Keilaranta
We are happy to announce that Savox Communications Oy Ab Headquarter Office moves into a new location in Keilaranta, Espoo. The new address is as of 25th of June 2018:
Savox Communications Oy Ab
Keilaranta 15 B
02150 Espoo, Finland
The new office offers a bright and spacious atmosphere, but more importantly it allows Savox to adapt the space to our needs.
“As a dynamic organization we are prepared to meet the trends and challenges of the business. We keep on moving – the relocation is one step forward”, envisions CEO Jerry Kettunen.
We look forward to welcoming you to our new office!
