Garmin wins National Boating Safety Award for the fifth straight year

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Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) received the 2025 National Boating Safety Award from the Sea Tow Foundation for the fifth consecutive year, with the award presented on Oct. 8, 2025 in cooperation with the Boating Safety Advisory Council.

Garmin won top honors in the Gear, Equipment and Accessories Manufacturer category for safety promotion tied to National Safe Boating Week 2025, citing outreach via blog posts, presentations, e-mail campaigns and social media. Garmin highlighted products such as inReach satellite communicators, charts with daily updates, AIS monitoring, VHF radios, marine radars and camera systems. Garmin was also named Manufacturer of the Year by NMEA for the 11th consecutive year.

Sea Tow Foundation honors Garmin for its commitment to boating safety through product innovation and promotion efforts

OLATHE, Kan., Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's largest¹ and most innovative marine electronics manufacturer, has been awarded a 2025 National Boating Safety Award from the Sea Tow Foundation for the fifth consecutive year. The award, presented in cooperation with the Boating Safety Advisory Council on Oct. 8, highlights for-profit companies in the recreational boating industry that promote safe and responsible boating.

Garmin received top honors in the Gear, Equipment and Accessories Manufacturer category for helping educate customers and the public about the importance of having the right tools, equipment and knowledge to stay safe on the water in conjunction with National Safe Boating Week 2025. Garmin helped reinforce and promote safe boating practices in parallel with the National Safe Boating Week campaign through informative blog posts, presentations, e-mail campaigns and social media giveaways and outreach.

"We are humbled to receive a National Boating Safety Award for the fifth straight year. This recognition highlights our commitment to innovative products and initiatives that help boaters, anglers and sailors stay safe and aware while on the water. We thank the Sea Tow Foundation for this honor, and we look forward to continuing to do our part to support a more responsible boating community."
–Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing

For decades, Garmin products — such as inReach^® satellite communicators, charts and maps with daily updates, AIS monitoring, VHF marine radio systems, marine radars, camera systems and more — have helped provide greater peace of mind and situational awareness from the moment boaters push off from the dock. Garmin continues to prioritize the value of safer boating behavior by offering communication and navigation systems with seamless onboard integration and a variety of resources designed to cultivate greater confidence when leaving shore.

 "We are proud of the hard work and commitment to boating safety that Garmin has put forward. Their innovative campaigns and dedication to safety have made a profound impact, contributing to a safer boating experience for all, not just this year, but as a repeat winner of the National Boating Safety Awards for five straight years." 
—Gail R. Kulp, Sea Tow Foundation Executive Director

For more information about this year's Boating Safety Awards, visit boatingsafety.com/awards.

Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for anglers, sailors, mariners and boat enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing the most innovative, highest quality, and easiest to use marine electronics the industry has ever known, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. For the 11^th consecutive year, Garmin was named the Manufacturer of the Year by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA). Visit the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with @garminmarine on social, or follow our blog. 

¹Based on 2024 sales.

About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin and inReach are registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.

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FAQ

What award did Garmin (GRMN) win on Oct. 8, 2025?

Garmin won the 2025 National Boating Safety Award from the Sea Tow Foundation on Oct. 8, 2025.

Why did Garmin (GRMN) receive the 2025 National Boating Safety Award?

Garmin was honored for promoting safe boating during National Safe Boating Week 2025 via education, blog posts, presentations, e-mail campaigns and social media outreach.

Which category did Garmin (GRMN) win in the Sea Tow Foundation awards?

Garmin won top honors in the Gear, Equipment and Accessories Manufacturer category.

What Garmin marine products were highlighted in the award announcement?

The announcement highlighted inReach satellite communicators, charts with daily updates, AIS monitoring, VHF marine radios, marine radars and camera systems.

How many consecutive years has Garmin (GRMN) won the Sea Tow National Boating Safety Award?

Garmin has won the National Boating Safety Award for five straight years.

Has Garmin (GRMN) received other industry recognition recently?

Yes, Garmin was named Manufacturer of the Year by NMEA for the 11th consecutive year.