The Newport International Boat Show is accepting applications for this year’s Newport for New Products awards. The program is open to domestic and foreign boats and products that launched after April 1 and will debut at the Rhode Island show, which is scheduled for Sept. 14-17.
“Our judges have witnessed over the past few years the variety of entries in our Newport for New Products program, and as companies continue to innovate, they have ratcheted up the quality of construction, the elevation of design and overall enhancement of the boating experience,” Jocelyn Emory, marketing director of Newport Exhibition Group, said in a statement.
Winners will be selected in the following categories:
• best new powerboat
• best new sailboat
• best new product – navigation
• best new product — boat operation, maintenance and safety
• best new weather gear (wearable)
A People’s Choice Award for best overall boat debut is chosen by show attendees who vote online before the show.
The awards program also includes “green” and “accessibility” categories. Winners will be announced Sept. 15.
Submissions must be received by June 15. Click here to apply.
