Cork tech firm eyes global market for ‘digital padlock’

A small Irish tech company which has developed a ‘digital padlock’ and tracker for outboard engines is eyeing global markets after landing a major contract with an engine distributor in England.

BoatWarden, based in Co Cork, will launch its new OutboardWarden marine security device at the Southampton Boat Show tomorrow with Barrus Marine.

But the Youghal-based company, which employs three people, is already in talks with a leading US engine manufacturer and with US insurance companies, and has opened an office in America. It has also been approached by agri-companies to explore potential in the agri-machinery sector.