Lightspeed announced the recipients of the 2025 Marine Repair Event Cycle Time Excellence & Innovation Awards. They were presented Dec. 9 during MRAA’s Dealer Week conference in Tampa, Fla.

“These organizations represent the future of the marine industry where efficiency, innovation, and customer care come together to create world-class service experiences,” said Brian Provost, CEO of Lightspeed, in a statement. “We are proud to recognize the dealers and manufacturers who continue to raise performance standards, adopt smarter technology, and invest in a stronger service journey for every boater.” 

Barletta was named Marine Innovator of the Year. (From left) Todd Smith, Lightspeed; Rob Grant, Lightspeed; Jeff Roth, Barletta; Jeff Haradine, Barletta; Matt Thompson, Barletta; Ryan Kloppe, Lightspeed; Taylor Allis, Lightspeed. PHOTO COURTESY LIGHTSPEED

These are the award winners:

• Most Improved RECT Award: Gulf Coast Marine

• RECT Performance Excellence Award: Rapid Marine of Rogers

• Technology Innovator Award: Colorado Boat Center

• Fast Track Service Award: Devils Lake Water Sport

• Marine Innovator of the Year: Barletta Boat Co.

The Lightspeed RECT Excellence Awards are based on performance data and service metrics that reflect dealership productivity, repair velocity and customer-touchpoint quality. The Marine Innovator of the Year Award honors a manufacturer that consistently demonstrates leadership in technology adoption, operational collaboration and dealer support excellence.