The NMMA and Boating Writers International announced the Minneapolis Innovation Award winners at the Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show, naming six winners in four categories in recognition of manufacturers’ and suppliers’ contribution to boat product innovation.
“We’re proud to recognize the recipients of the 2026 Minneapolis Innovation Awards, whose products and technologies continue to move our industry forward,” said show manager Darren Envall in a statement. “These innovations, along with dozens of new marine products on display at the 2026 Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show, give attendees a premier opportunity to explore, compare and shop the latest in boating.”
Princecraft received the Innovation Award in the aluminum and non-fiberglass fishing boat category for its Platinum 190. Vexus was named a winner in the fiberglass fishing boat category for the DVX23s. In the furnishings category, Barletta received an award for the Lusso 25UA Seakeeper collaboration, and Premier Marine also received an award for the Command Anchor. Godfrey won an award in the pontoon category for the Sanpan, and Viaggio won for the Lago Z24B. Judges from Boating Writer International included Brady Kay, Robert Beringer and Bill Gius, reports Trade Only.
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