Boston Whaler Wins Dual Innovation Awards at the 2024 MIBS

EDGEWATER, Fla. – February 16, 2024 – Boston Whaler made waves at the Miami International Boat Show with two of its newest models winning NMMA Innovation Awards. Both the 210 Vantage and the 365 Conquest received top recognition in the bowrider and cabin cruiser categories, respectively. The 365 Conquest debuted at the show giving attendees a first glimpse into the highly adaptable, feature-rich, luxury cruiser.

“The unsinkable Boston Whaler 365 Conquest proved unbeatable in its category. Drawer style seats, point of use storage and moving the galley topside makes for an offshore boat of great versatility,” said Kevin Falvey, Editorial Director of Firecrown Media's Boating and Watersports group.

Also making its Miami debut and earning high praise was the family-friendly, nimble entertainer, the 210 Vantage, which launched in December 2023. The model offers consumers simplicity with intuitive systems making it easy to operate and maintain; adaptability for cruising, fishing or socializing on the water and ample seating to entertain and relax onboard.

“This dual console, 21-footer with its convertible portside lounge brings many of the features of much bigger boats to this 21-foot boat,” said Tim Murphy, Contributing Editor to BoatUS Magazine, and a Cruising World Editor-at-Large.

“On behalf of the entire Boston Whaler team, we’d like to thank the NMMA for this incredible milestone for Boston Whaler winning not one, but two Innovation Awards,” said John Barbier, Director of Design for Brunswick Boat Group. “Each of the designers that brought the 210 Vantage and 365 Conquest to life made sure that we delivered the most innovative products to-date, guaranteed to provide a world-class on-water experience. It’s thrilling to see those efforts recognized with these awards.”

The Innovation Awards program, organized by NMMA and judged by Boating Writers International (BWI), honors manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, innovative products for the boating industry to market. The award acknowledges products that best meet criteria including innovative distinction from other products currently being manufactured, benefit to the marine industry and/or consumer, practicality, and cost-effectiveness. The judging committee is comprised of BWI members who perform product testing throughout the year and have expertise in marine products. 

To view the full list of the 2024 Miami International Boat Show Innovation Award winners, click here, and to learn more about the all-new 365 Conquest and 210 Vantage, click here.  

About Boston Whaler

For more than 60 years, Boston Whaler has been building superior quality unsinkable runabouts, cruisers, and center console boats. Founded in 1958 and currently headquartered in Edgewater, Fla., the company’s unique foam-cored construction process contributes not only unsurpassed flotation, but also superior ride characteristics and durability. The current product line ranges from 13 to 42 feet and is distributed around the world by a network of exceptional dealers. For more information about The Unsinkable Legend™, please visit www.bostonwhaler.com.

About Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include, Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing, MerCruiser and Flite. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution and technology brands includes Mercury Parts & Accessories, Land ‘N’ Sea, Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, RELiON, Attwood and Whale. Our boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft and Quicksilver. Our service, digital and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka and a range of financing, insurance and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has more than 17,000 employees operating in 25 countries. In 2023, Brunswick was named by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek, both for the fourth consecutive year. The Company was also named to the 2023 list of Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report and one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. For more information, visit www.Brunswick.com.