The Sea Tow Foundation, a boating safety nonprofit, announced the winners of its fifth annual National Boating Safety Awards. These awards recognize efforts to promote boating safety within the for-profit sector of the boating industry. This year, the Sea Tow Foundation received a record-breaking number of entries. The winners of the 2023 National Boating Safety Awards are:

• Top Marine Manufacturer of boats and engines: Yamaha
• Top Marine Gear and Equipment Manufacturer: Garmin International..
• Top Marine Media Outlet: Bonnier Corporation
• Top Marine Public Relations and Marketing Efforts: Boston Whaler
• Top Marine Social Media Influencer: Boat Safe Chicago. Utilizing platforms like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok allowed Boat Safe Chicago
• Top Marine Retailer winner: Regal & Nautique of Orlando
• MarineMax received an honorable mention in the Marine Retailer Category for the 2023 National Boating Safety Awards.
• Top Marine Trade Association: Water Sports Industry Association
• Top Community Boating Education Program: Boat Safe Chicago