VANCOUVER, CANADA
Effective March 1, 2025, Kinugawa Corporation, a cornerstone Japanese manufacturer of dive equipment including the world-renowned Gull & AQA brands, and Shearwater Research Inc., the world's premier underwater electronics brand, have jointly announced a distribution partnership for Japan.
Since 1955, Kinugawa has held a long-standing commitment to manufacturing, backed by traditions with a sense of responsibility and pride for "Made in Tokyo" quality. The Safety, Reliability, & Authenticity key principles of Kinugawa perfectly meet the Powerful, Simple and Reliable philosophy of Shearwater Research, creating a strong foundation for this natural collaboration.
Founded in 2004, Shearwater Research Inc. has revolutionized the diving industry with its commitment to developing intuitive & durable dive computers designed to improve the journey of divers everywhere. Proudly designed and manufactured in Vancouver, Canada, Shearwater's products embody the rugged dependability and performance under extreme outdoor conditions that Canadian-made equipment is respected for globally.
This strategic partnership aims to strengthen Shearwater's footprint in one of Asia's most sophisticated diving markets. By leveraging Kinugawa's extensive distribution network, warehousing, dedicated customer service, and strong relationships with Japan's diving operators, Shearwater will significantly enhance its brand visibility and product accessibility across all major diving destinations in Japan.
"Our partnership with Kinugawa represents a pivotal moment in our Asian expansion strategy," said Josh Horoshok, Vice President Sales & Marketing at Shearwater Research Inc. "Kinugawa's unmatched understanding of Japanese divers' unique needs, combined with their exceptional logistics capabilities, technical expertise, and dedication to customer education, makes them the ideal partner to bring our products to this discerning market. We are confident this collaboration will provide Japanese divers with better access to our innovative equipment, supported by Kinugawa's renowned service excellence."
This collaboration will enhance Shearwater's position as a global leader in diving innovation, ensuring that more Japanese divers can experience the superior performance, safety, and reliability of Shearwater's equipment in Japan's diverse and spectacular underwater environments.
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For Shearwater inquiries, please contact: info@shearwater.com |
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For Kinugawa Corporation inquiries, please contact: info@kinugawa-net.co.jp |
