Garmin named 2025 Manufacturer of the Year by NMEA for 11th straight year

Garmin extends its winning streak, now recognized with 72 prestigious NMEA honors  for excellence across marine product, service and support categories

OLATHE, Kan., Sept. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, has been named Manufacturer of the Year in the large manufacturer category for the 11^th consecutive year by members of the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA^®) at its annual conference and awards banquet held Sept. 25 in West Palm Beach, Fla. The coveted Manufacturer of the Year title is awarded to the most recognized company in the marine electronics industry for excellence in product service and support in the field.

Garmin was also awarded eight Product of Excellence awards in the multi-function display (MFD), fishfinder, autopilot, multimedia entertainment, automatic identification system (AIS), marine safety device, satellite communication antenna and marine specialty product categories. These awards are voted on by NMEA dealers who specialize in installing marine electronics, qualified NMEA technicians and other marine electronics manufacturers.

"It's a tremendous honor to be recognized by the NMEA as Manufacturer of the Year for 11 years running and to extend our product of excellence awards across so many categories. This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team to delivering innovative marine technology, exceptional service and unwavering support to our customers. Garmin's momentum in the marine industry shows no signs of slowing and we look forward to continuing to work alongside the NMEA to shape the future of marine technology." –Dave Dunn, Garmin Senior Director Marine & RV Sales

This year's NMEA Product of Excellence honors for Garmin include:

• MFD: GPSMAP^® 9227
  
  At 27 inches, this is the industry's largest integrated 4K resolution touchscreen chartplotter. Garmin has won the MFD category for 11 consecutive years.
  
  
  
  
• Fishfinder: GSD^™ 28
  
  Premium sonar module powered by RapidReturn^™ sonar with next-gen xCHIRP technology for Garmin's clearest and most detailed fish arch returns with a 10,000-foot range.
  
  
  
  
• Autopilot: Reactor^™ 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with SmartPump v2
  
  Recreational autopilot system with AHRS technology. This is Garmin's 13^th consecutive honor in the autopilot category.
  
  
  
  
• Multimedia Entertainment: Fusion^® Apollo^™ RA770 Marine Stereo
  
  Premium audio source unit with built-in Wi-Fi^®. Garmin has earned top honors in the multimedia entertainment category for a decade.
  
  
  
  
• AIS: Cortex^® M1 Hub
  
  Communication hub with smartAIS^® transponder and remote vessel monitoring. For four years running, Garmin has won the AIS category.
  
  
  
  
• Marine Safety Device: inReach^® Mini 2 Marine Bundle
  
  Lightweight and compact SOS satellite communicator with navigation and two-way text messaging¹, bundled with a boat-friendly mount.
  
  
  
  
• Satellite Communication Antenna: inReach Messenger Plus
  
  SOS satellite communicator with two-way text, photo and voice messaging¹. This is Garmin's second consecutive win in the satellite communication antenna category.
  
  
  
  
• Marine Specialty Product: quatix^® 8 Marine GPS Smartwatch
  
  Nautical smartwatch with AMOLED display, chartplotter controls and built-in flashlight.

"These awards showcase the very best in marine electronics technology. Every year, our members and certified installers select products that they trust and rely on to deliver performance, safety, and innovation on the water." –Mark Reedenauer, NMEA President and Executive Director

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 more information, visit Garmin's virtual Newsroom, email our press team, connect with @garminmarine on social media, or follow our blog.

¹ Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is your responsibility to know and follow applicable laws in jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used. 

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, GPSMAP, Fusion, Cortex, smartAIS, inReach and quatix are registered trademarks, and GSD, RapidReturn, Reactor and Apollo are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

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