Meet Navico Group Employee, David Hopley! David is a Senior Mechanical Engineer, specializing in marine actuation projects. He has been with the company for 11 years, starting as a Product Design Engineer in the RV sector before transitioning to marine projects. David values the variety of work and the chance to collaborate with global teams, which has enriched his experience across both RV and marine industries. Outside of work, David is a qualified scuba diver, certified in 2017 in Gili Air, Indonesia, and has explored stunning dive sites in Egypt, Thailand, and Bali. He’s also an avid golfer and a member of the Whale/Navico Bangor golf society. In his spare time, David enjoys paddle boarding, kayaking, following Formula 1, tackling DIY projects, and travelling. #MeettheTeam #Whale #NavicoGroup
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Bangor, County Down, Northern Ireland 1,888 followers
Whale® is a global supplier of high quality low voltage pumps, plumbing, and space and water heating systems. #Whale
About us
Whale® is part of the Navico Group, a division of Brunswick Corporation. Whether on water or on the road, delivering an optimal user experience is at the heart of our business. It’s why we are proud to be the world’s leading supplier of products and integrated systems to the marine, RV, and Specialty Vehicle industries. Our broad portfolio of market leading brands in power management, digital control & monitoring and networked devices are distributed globally to a diverse aftermarket and OEM customer base. Navico Group is driven every day, to be the world’s most trusted partner to the marine and mobile industries. Whale® is a market leader in the leisure marine, recreational vehicle, shower drainage and industrial markets, with a reputation built on decades of high-quality design expertise. We specialize in the design and manufacture of water, waste and heating products including manual and electric freshwater, bilge and waste pumps, Quick Connect plumbing systems, faucets, showers, space and water heaters, and accessories. Whale® shares a contagious enthusiasm for innovation and combines it with excellent customer service to supply manufacturers with market-leading products. Our forward-thinking approach is driven by a dedicated team who exude a passion for delivering the best possible product and service for our customers. Quality is central to everything we do at Whale®, therefore we continually evaluate our systems to drive improvement in design, product build, and service quality. We at Whale® recognise that providing our customers with a quality service whilst minimising our impacts on the environment and ensuring the safety of our staff are critical to our business. We are committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure we continuously improve our business practices within these core areas. Whale® is an ISO certified company implementing best practices and the EFQM business excellence model to drive continuous improvement.
- Website
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whale.navico.com
External link for Whale
- Industry
- Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Bangor, County Down, Northern Ireland
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1810
- Specialties
- Water System Management, Electric pumps, Manual Bilge Pumps, Water and Space Heaters, Cooking Appliances, Gas Supply, and Tanks and Lockers
Locations
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2 and 2A Enterprise Road
Bangor, County Down, Northern Ireland BT19 7TA, GB
Employees at Whale
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Alberto Busà
Nautical Product Manager 15 year experience on the role, linking international brands with OEM, retail and one-off yachting markets
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Damian Burns
at Whale Pumps
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Filipe Resende
Product Designer, Business Designer, UX UI Designer
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Captain Voss
Senior Consultant at One Florida United
Updates
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Whale's space heating solution, Heat Air, and Easi-Slide sockets were both included on the The Swift Group, LLC Trekker at the 2024 Motorhome and Caravan Show. The slick control panel and black Easi-Slide lid go perfectly with the vehicle aesthetics - the Trekker is built for exploration and new adventures. #Whale #NECCaravanShow #CampervanShow #Swift
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We’re proud to see our Easi-Slide socket product range featured in Bailey of Bristol stunning lineup, including the Phoenix GT75, Alora, NEW Unicorn Deluxe, and Pegasus Grande GT75 ranges. Be sure to stop by the 2024 Motorhome & Caravan Show today before the show ends. #Whale #NECCaravanShow #CampervanShow #Bailey
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Explore the Avante 840 by Elddis Caravan at the 2024 Motorhome and Caravan Show, equipped with our innovative Heat Air system, ensuring exceptional performance and instant comfort for year-round use. #Whale #NECCaravanShow #CampervanShow #Elddis #ErwinHymerGroup
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Explore the V-Line SE range by Auto-Trail at this year’s Motorhome and Caravan Show. This range includes Whale’s innovative space and water heating systems, Heat Air and Expanse and our easy-to-use Heat Control panel, giving you the ultimate comfort and convenience on your travels. Check out these products first-hand at the show. #Whale #NECCaravanShow #CampervanShow #AutoTrail
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We’re delighted to be at the 2024 Motorhome & Caravan Show! As a leading manufacturer of essential products for motorhomes, campervans, caravans, we’re excited to showcase our vast product range. Visit us at Stand 20.15, from now until 20th October to find out how our products can enhance your RV experiences. #Whale #MotorhomeShow #NECCaravanShow #NECCampervanShow #NECMotorhomeShow #CampervanShow
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We recently held a fantastic sustainability event at Whitespots Country Park in collaboration with Ards & North Down Borough Council. Our amazing team of volunteers came together to remove tree guards and metal posts, and we filled 10 bags with debris. Amazing teamwork—together, we’re making a positive impact on our environment. #Whale #NavicoGroup #Sustainability
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Congratulations to our newly certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belts! Your dedication to mastering process improvements and operational excellence is truly commendable. This achievement highlights your commitment to driving efficiency and quality within our organization. #Whale #NavicoGroup
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We are pleased to see our products featured across several yacht models at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival. If you’re in Cannes, we encourage you to visit the festival and explore how our products are integrated into the latest yacht designs. #Whale #CannesYachtingFestival2024
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Whale recently held a BBQ fundraiser in support of, Behind The Stable Door Ltd, a Northern Ireland social enterprise that harnesses diverse talents working collaboratively towards promoting waste repurposing and crafting inclusive environments for those with particular social needs. We appreciate the dedication of all participants and look forward to continued efforts in supporting our community.
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