As autumn settles in and winter approaches, we’re taking a moment to reflect on an eventful summer for the team at Datum Electronics, one filled with awards, anniversaries, global events, and exciting developments.
Awards & Milestones
Datum Wins King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade
In May, Datum Electronics was honoured with the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade 2025, recognising our continued growth and global reach.
“During the expansion we took the time to redefine and redevelop our calibration expertise. We have successfully increased the dynamic range of our high torque calibration rig, in addition to making safety improvements.
Michael Irons
Managing Director
Datum Electronics celebrate 30th Anniversary
August marked a major milestone: 30 years since our incorporation in 1995. A proud moment to celebrate our journey from a small startup to a global leader in torque and strain measurement.
Global Events & Industry Engagement
Nor-Shipping 2025 – Oslo, June 2–6
Sales Manager Dave Wheatley and Maritime Business Development Manager Hector Sewell joined the UK Pavilion at Nor-Shipping’s 60th Anniversary Trade Fair. The event’s #FutureProof theme aligned perfectly with our mission to support clean, resilient marine operations.
EKC 2025 – Vienna, August 25–28
In August our Lead Marine Project Engineer, Charalampos Tsoumpris, presented at the Europe–Korea Conference on Science and Technology, delivering his talk titled: Recent Experience and a Vision for the Future: Strain Gauge-Based Torque Measurement Sensors as Enablers for Decarbonisation Verification, Predictive Maintenance, and Maritime Compliance.
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DSEI UK 2025 – London, September 7–10
Dave Wheatley represented Datum at the UK’s leading defence and security event, engaging with stakeholders across maritime and aerospace sectors.
Monaco Yacht Show – September 24-27
Hector Sewell attended this luxury-focused event, where sustainability, smart tech, and strategic partnerships were key themes. We see strong potential in the superyacht and expedition yacht markets, driven by environmental pressure and emerging sustainability indices like the SEA Index. Notable builders are shifting toward greener designs, with high-profile investments and collaborations accelerating decarbonisation technologies.
Product Launches & Facility Upgrades
Introducing the RADIX 8000 PTM
This summer saw the launch of the RADIX 8000 PTM, a next-gen torque monitor developed in collaboration with Ground Screw and Helical Pile specialists RADIX, built to deliver precision for installations.
Datum Expands: New Quality Testing & Calibration Facility
As part of our strategy of Continuous Reinvestment in Quality and Testing, we recently expanded our operations the opening of a new facility dedicated to product development, quality testing, and enhanced calibration capabilities.
This development highlights Datum’s commitment to delivering innovative, reliable, and high-quality solutions for our ever-growing global customer base.
Giving Back
Dragon Boat Race for Wessex Cancer Support
In August, the Datum Dragon Warriors took part in Wessex Cancer Support‘s first ever charity dragon boat race, braving fierce competition (and even fiercer weather) to raise money for an essential charity.
The team were proud to do their bit, contributing to a very successful event that raised over £20,000!
Macmillan Treat Week
September saw a sweet and savoury fundraising week for Macmillan Cancer Support. The team really outdid themselves baking a variety of cakes, biscuits, pastries and more, marking a delicious way to support a vital cause.
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From international recognition to community impact, this summer has been a season of growth, connection, and purpose. As we move into the final quarter of the year, we remain committed to innovation, collaboration, and delivering value to our customers worldwide.
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