Miami Innovation Award Winners Announced
Published on February 14, 2025
The National Marine Manufacturers Association and Boating Writers International (BWI) honored 12 recipients and three honorable mentions with the 2025 Miami Innovation Awards during the Industry Breakfast at the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show®. The Miami Innovation Awards recognize manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, innovative products to the market.
The Miami Innovation Awards judges’ committee was comprised of seven BWI members who perform product testing throughout the year and have specific expertise in marine products and equipment. The judging panel included Tim Murphy (Chair), Ben Stein (Co-Chair), Gary Reich, Kim Knudsen, Tony Esposito, Kate Bush, and Kelsey Bonham.
The 2025 Miami Innovation Award winners are:
- Alternative Propulsion: YANMAR Marine International, E-Saildrive
- Cabin cruisers, Motor Yachts, Trawlers: Azimut Yachts, Azimut Fly 72
- Center Console/Walkaround Fishing Boats: SOLACE Boats, SOLACE 37Pilot
- Consumer Electronics, Mobile Applications and Software: Avikus, NeuBoat Dock V2
- Honorable Mention:Leopard Catamarans, Leopard Catamarans App with Marine Chat AI
- Consumer Safety Equipment: Mustang Survival, Atlas 190 DLX Life Jacket
- Cuddy Cabin, Bowrider, Deck Boats: Monterey Boats, Elite 30
- Honorable Mention: Chris-Craft, Chris-Craft Sportster 28 Outboard Edition
- Docking and Fendering Equipment: Sunstream Boat Lifts, LiftBar
- Honorable Mention: Golden Boat Lifts & Marine Systems, Slotted Bunks
- Fishing Equipment, Gear & Tackle: Lee’s Tackle, Lee’s Ultima Outrigger
- (Dual Winners) Mechanical & Electrical Systems: Dometic, Dometic DG3 Gyrostabilizer
- (Dual Winner) Mechanical & Electrical Systems: Lithium Pros, S2460 Sodium-Ion Battery
- Personal Watercraft: Yamaha WaterCraft, Yamaha JetBlaster WaveRunner Series
- Tow Boats: MasterCraft Boat Company, XStar
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