Garmin Honored with 2024 National Boating Safety Award
Garmin, a leader in marine electronics, has once again been recognized for its commitment to boating safety. The company received the prestigious 2024 National Boating Safety Award from the Sea Tow Foundation for the fourth consecutive year. This accolade was presented on October 2, 2024, in collaboration with the Boating Safety Advisory Council. The award celebrates companies in the recreational boating sector that actively promote safe and responsible boating.
Garmin stood out in the Gear and Equipment Manufacturer category. The company was acknowledged for its efforts to educate both customers and the public about the crucial role that the right tools, equipment, and knowledge play in ensuring safety on the water. This initiative was part of National Safe Boating Week 2024. Garmin not only engaged audiences with social media posts but also shared informative blog content. These resources provided practical tips for staying alert on board and highlighted real-life stories of how Garmin’s products have safeguarded boaters. Moreover, Garmin organized a special marine webinar that offered demonstrations on using Garmin electronics and emphasized the importance of keeping marine navigation maps updated.
Jarrod Seymour, Garmin’s Vice President and Marine Segment Leader, expressed the company’s pride in receiving the award. He emphasized that the recognition reflects Garmin’s dedication to developing products that enhance boating safety. Seymour reiterated Garmin’s ongoing commitment to offering products and resources that build a knowledgeable community of boaters, anglers, and sailors. He also extended gratitude to the Sea Tow Foundation for acknowledging Garmin’s efforts.
For years, Garmin has been at the forefront of innovation in marine products, including the inReach® satellite communicators, comprehensive charts and maps with daily updates, AIS monitoring and VHF marine radio systems, marine radars, and camera systems. Each of these products is designed to enhance peace of mind and situational awareness from the moment a vessel leaves the dock. Garmin continues to emphasize the importance of safe boating by providing state-of-the-art communication and navigation systems that integrate seamlessly on board. These resources are designed to instill greater confidence in boaters as they embark on their journeys.
Gail R. Kulp, Executive Director of the Sea Tow Foundation, praised Garmin for its consistent dedication to boating safety. She highlighted how Garmin’s innovative campaigns have significantly contributed to a safer boating experience for everyone. Kulp acknowledged Garmin’s repeated success in winning the National Boating Safety Awards, underscoring the company’s industry-wide impact in promoting safe boating practices over the years.
Garmin’s commitment to innovation is evident in the way their products are engineered. Designed for life on the water, Garmin’s electronics have transformed the experiences of anglers, sailors, mariners, and boating enthusiasts around the globe. The company’s philosophy of using each day as an opportunity to innovate, and to outperform the previous day, is a testament to its continued success. For a decade, Garmin has been recognized as the Manufacturer of the Year by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA), underscoring its leadership in the industry. Garmin’s other marine brands include Navionics® and JL Audio®.
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In conclusion, Garmin’s ongoing achievements in promoting boating safety underscore its role as a leader in marine electronics. The company’s consistent recognition for its contributions to safe boating practices highlights its commitment to innovation and customer safety. Through continuous improvement and dedication, Garmin sets a benchmark for others in the industry to follow.
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