Organizers of the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference said nominations for this year’s Innovation Awards are now being accepted.

The program recognizes product development, as well as the manufacturers and suppliers that deliver innovative products to the market.

Contracted IBEX exhibitors are eligible to enter the Innovation Awards. Entrants can display products along Innovation Way at the show and on Digital Innovation Way.

The deadline to enter the program is Aug. 16. IBEX is scheduled for Sept. 27-29 in Tampa, Fla.

The Innovation Awards are managed by the National Marine Manufacturers Association and judged by members of Boating Writers International.