The National Marine Manufacturers Association last week announced that product registration for the IBEX Innovation Awards is open. The awards program recognizes manufacturers and suppliers that bring new, pioneering products to the marine market.

Entries are judged in 15 categories by marine journalists, editors and writers selected by Boating Writers International. The awards will be presented during the Industry Breakfast on the first day of the show, Sept. 27.

Click here for more about the awards program and to register products for consideration. The deadline to enter is Aug. 16.

IBEX is scheduled for Sept. 27-29 in Tampa, Fla.