2025 Miami Innovation Awards announced

On Feb. 13, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI) announced the winners of the 2025 Miami Innovation Awards. The Miami Innovation Awards recognize manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, innovative products to 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.
“We live in a time of fundamental change in boating—how we store and use energy, how we control our boats, how we collect and send dynamic information, how we draw in younger boaters and those who haven’t tried it yet,” said Murphy. “There are so many new ways to enjoy time on the water, and the 2025 Innovation Awards are showcasing those changes as they happen.”
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
- Consumer Safety Equipment: Mustang Survival, Atlas 190 DLX Life Jacket
- Cuddy Cabin, Bowrider, Deck Boats: Monterey Boats, Elite 30
- Docking and Fendering Equipment: Sunstream Boat Lifts, LiftBar
- Fishing Equipment, Gear & Tackle: Lee’s Tackle, Lee’s Ultima Outrigger
- (Dual Winners) Mechanical & Electrical Systems: Dometic, Dometic DG3 Gyrostabilizer and Lithium Pros, S2460 Sodium-Ion Battery
- Personal Watercraft: Yamaha WaterCraft, Yamaha JetBlaster WaveRunner Series
- Tow Boats: MasterCraft Boat Company, XStar
For more information about the awards, email NMMA’s Rachel Harmon.