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Newport for New Products (NFNP)

Background

Being the first major show of the fall boat show season, foreign and domestic manufacturers embrace the Newport International Boat Show as the place to launch their new boats and boating products. Even better, NIBS is home to the popular Newport For New Products (NFNP) program which, in partnership with three national boating magazines; Cruising World, Sailing World, and Yachting.  Industry experts judge each entry on opening day and awards are given for Best New Powerboat, Best New Sailboat, Best New Product – Navigation (including marine electronics), Best New Product – Boat Operation, Maintenance & Safety and Best New Weather Gear (wearable). People’s Choice Award for Best Overall Boat Debut is chosen by attendees online in advance of the show. The NFNP program also includes additional awards for a “Green” and an “Accessibility’ category.

Be sure to plan your route at the Show to view all NFNP entries – marked with a decal or burgee!

The Newport International Boat Show strives to keep information up to date and timely. However, boats and products displayed at the Show are determined by exhibitors and often do change.  We do our best to keep the website up to date. 

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2021 NFNP WINNERS

BACK COVE 39O – Back Cove Yachts

The new 39O offers a fully enclosed helm deck and versatile accommodations to fit any boating lifestyle. Her blank-slate hull design features Back Cove’s proprietary Trailing-Edge Lifting Surface (TRELLIS) *D* for optimized handling and performance, resulting in the fastest (44kts) and quietest (73dBA) Back Cove to date.

2021 NFNP WINNERS

SPORTSMAN 38 – Huckins Yacht Corp.

A hybrid yacht powered with diesel and electricity. The Sportsman 38 has a classic look with lines from the 1930s, yet all the materials are modern (100% composite). The new 38 can run on battery power alone for up to 2 hours…in complete silence.

2021 NFNP WINNERS

WHALY 500R – Waypoint Marine Service, LLC

A 16 ft. sturdy, double-walled boat crafted from low-maintenance, high-density polyethylene that won’t puncture under pressure. Equipped with a landing craft bow for easy on/off access, the 500R is especially suitable as a rescue operation or work boat. Our polyethylene hulls are 100% recyclable.

2021 NFNP WINNERS

OCEAN 63 – Hunt Yachts

The Hunt Ocean 63 is a 30+ knot boat that delivers the soft, stable, dry ride that only a Hunt Deep-V can. The boat provides her owner the opportunity to build a custom yacht on this proven hull and to have the warranty and service network of The Hinckley Company.

2021 NFNP WINNERS

AP 14 XFC – Arey’s Pond Boat Yard

The AP 14 XFC features a complete hull redesign. A modern racing rig, fully battened sail, two-part carbon mast, and reengineered blades make this catboat one of the fastest in her class. This design is cold molded and includes touches of wood finish to keep with tradition.

BEST NEW BOATING OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, OR SAFETY PRODUCT

100% ELECTRIC OUTBOARD ENGINE – Flux Marine

Advanced electric marine technology features 40hp of continuous power, 70hp acceleration power, 50+ mile range, zero tailpipe emissions, quiet operation, and no annual winterization. Plug into shore power overnight and start every day with a ‘full tank’. Zero tailpipe emissions without a functional compromise.

BEST NEW WEARABLE WEATHER PRODUCT

HP OCEAN FZ JACKET – Helly Hansen Newport

A semi-technical jacket from the Helly Hansen Hydropower Series with a clean look and technical details like zipper pockets and a lined hood. This mid-layer is slim-fitting, quick-drying and the perfect layering piece to wear under your Helly Hansen waterproof sailing jacket.

POWERBOATS

D-305V – Dynamic Boats, LLC.

A dynamic experience capable of handling anything put in front of it. With a big boat feel and the handling of a roadster, the D-305V is a versatile family boat for water sports, speed, and fun activities built to the highest quality standards available.

GREEN ENTRIESPOWERBOATS

Aero-E 21 – Flux Marine

Designed for optimized performance, the Aero-E with a 60+ mi range has easy dock-charging capabilities and no maintenance. **Green: Electric outboard features an acceleration power of 115HP, a 50kWh battery and an integrated battery-management-system for 100% sustainability. Zero tailpipe emissions, quiet operation. fluxmarine.com

GREEN ENTRIESPOWERBOATS

HYFOIL 22 – HYFOIL Marine

High-performance, hydrofoiling catamaran is power agnostic and consumes half the energy of traditional hulls (using ICE or electric). Increased load-carrying capacity and seaworthiness. **Green: Reduced drag, low-weight, environmentally friendly construction results in a 50% reduction in power consumption. HYFOILS have low wake operation that reduces shore erosion. hyfoilmarine.com

POWERBOATS

Life Proof 50 Yachtline – LC8 Marine Management, Inc.

1st Custom Design 50’ Life Proof with 3-600HP engines features a more classical north-eastern look. Model is designed with a walkaround cabin with space set for entertaining at the bow. It brings the ultimate comfort, room, and amenities to users onboard while keeping you safe and comfortable. Lc8marine.com

POWERBOATS

Hood 35 – Lyman-Morse Boatbuilding, Inc.

The new Hood 35 occupies a distinctive place in the dayboat market. The cold-molded hull embodies classic styling, while the advanced technology package helps deliver cutting edge performance and reliability. Available in hardtop, soft-top and flybridge models with either I/Os, IPS or jet propulsion packages. lymanmorse.com

2022 NFNP WINNERACCESSIBILITYBEST NEW POWERBOAT 30' AND OVERGREEN ENTRIESPOWERBOATS

MJM 4 – MJM Yachts, LLC

46.8’ Carolina Downeast performance cruiser offers extreme stability, an enormous cockpit, large open bow area, unique indoor/outdoor pilot house, twin Mercury 600 outboard engines. **Green: No VOCs, epoxy composite techniques reduce waste by 95%.**Accessibility: Floating dock level side-boarding doors, open walk-through transom, flush deck design from transom to helm. mjmyachts.com

SAILBOATS

Moody 41 DS – Hanse Yachts US

The Decksaloon 41 is a clever high-tech boat that exudes the art of modern boatbuilding & engineering. Its sophisticated all-weather concept and elegant deck house featuring 360° panorama glazing makes for a luxurious feel, whatever the weather. The interior is light and spacious. Moody one-level living provides plenty of room [...]

2022 NFNP WINNERACCESSIBLE PRODUCT AWARDPRODUCTS

Easy Furling Gennaker – North Sails

The Easy Furling Gennaker is a top-down furling sail with an internal luff cord and the deepest-wind-angle furling sail in the North Sails cruising line-up. Easy to use for shorthanded sailing, suitable for all cruisers. Available in a wide range of colors. Pricing includes a North Sails custom anti-torsion cable. [...]

2022 NFNP WINNERPEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDPOWERBOATS

Sabre 43’ Salon Express – Sabre Yachts

The all-new 43 is loaded with technological innovation! Owners can control any circuit, assign preset ‘modes of operation,’ and monitor critical functions onboard or remotely. The hybrid lounge and multipurpose utility space accommodates a variety of needs with multiple available configurations and options. sabreyachts.com

ACCESSIBILITYGREEN ENTRIESPOWERBOATS

Solace 30 HCS – Bosun’s Marine

First hybrid Bay boat over 30 feet designed to be a solid offshore running boat w/ the ability to run in skinny water also. Transom layout allows for versatility and lower gunwale makes fishing easier. **Green: Fuel efficient hull using vacuum infused carbon fiber. Accessibility: Oversized swim platform allows for [...]

POWERBOATS

33 Runabout – The Fog Warning / Long Island Yachts

The 33’ Runabout is a unique European entry into the luxury dayboat marketplace. This Dutch-built yacht provides a more modern view of traditional downeast runabouts. Designed with the North Sea in mind, her full keel (with protected skeg) provides complete grounding protection, even at 30 knots. thefogwarning.com

GREEN ENTRIESPRODUCTS

15 HP Electric Outboard – Flux Marine

This fully electric, high-performance outboard provides a sustainable alternative to gas motors and is a perfect propulsion system for yacht tenders and sailboats. **Green: The electric outboard has acceleration power of 25HP, a12kWh battery pack, and an integrated battery management system making it 100% sustainable. Zero tailpipe emissions, no maintenance, [...]

GREEN ENTRIESPRODUCTS

Aquatabs-Marine / Medentech – Aquamarine Water Solutions, Inc

Water purification tablets easily, reliably and cost effectively maintain freshwater systems on boats. Tablets kill bacteria, viruses and eliminate foul smells. Safe to handle, won’t damage fabric, time-released to keep killing micro-organisms weeks after treatment. **Green: EPA registered product ensures low impact on environment. NSF certified for effectiveness and public [...]

GREEN ENTRIESPRODUCTS

Wi-Fi Tide Gauge – NexTide

Worlds-first and only Wi-Fi Tide Gauge. This patent pending device uses Wi-Fi and turns tide data into informative animations of color-coded lights that show you 12 hours into the future. Our designs replicate real life lighthouses in the USA. nextide.us

PRODUCTS

Plastimo SLR196 Inflatable Vest – Bainbridge International

High performance, lightweight and ergonomic design provides ultimate safety with a comfortable fit. The Plastimo vest has exclusive dual chamber technology, optimized bladder design and a release handle integrated into the cover. Made of high-tech materials and carbon effect fabric. 196N buoyancy to improve rollover efficiency and freeboard. Quick drain [...]

2022 NFNP WINNERBEST NEW BOATING OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, OR SAFETY PRODUCTPRODUCTS

Revolve Boat Hook – PYI Inc.

A unique, full-size rollable boat hook that stows into a space not much bigger than a coffee cup. The Revolve Boat Hook uses next generation rollable composite technology to easily roll up for storage and quickly unrolled for use. Floats with easy to see yellow handle above the water line. [...]

SAILBOATS

Brenta 34 – B-Yachts

The new B34 is the first of the new generation B-Yachts. The combination of lightweight, advanced construction technology, a minimalist interior, and sleek and fast water lines has resulted in a high-performance racing vessel that is easy to handle with a crew or single-handed. A genuine ‘Luxury Racer’. b-yachts.com

POWERBOATS

32 Center Console – Brooklin Boat Yard

The 32 CC’s wood composite hull is a slightly narrower version of the traditional Carolina hull shapes making it light and fuel efficient with a soft ride. A single 350hp outboard with a 200-gallon fuel tank gives this boat a longer range than others on the market. ** Green: She [...]

POWERBOATS

Delta T26 – Delta Powerboats

The new T26 is the latest addition to the Delta range of open day boats and the result of a long-term collaboration with design/partner Ted Mannerfelt. Conceived as a center console tender for water sport activities and daily adventures, she comes standard with a 300HP Mercury OB and bow thruster.

SAILBOATS

Elan Impression 50.1 – Springline Yacht Sales

This cruiser offers ultimate comfort inside and on the deck. The innovative inverted deck salon ensures optimal use of the maximum width of the yacht without compromising the cabin and galley areas. The twin wheel, twin rudder design ensures better handling and control. elan-yachts.com

POWERBOATS

Bonaire AMP 300 – Ocean Craft Marine

First four-wheel drive Amphibious Rigid hull inflatable Day Boat capable of launching and recovering the boat from a beach or ramp without a dock and without dunking a trailer. Access remote beaches and islands. Reach areas in the high tide line as well as the shallowest waters. OCMAmp.com

2022 NFNP WINNERBest New Navigation ProductPRODUCTS

inReach Mini 2 Marine Bundle – Garmin International

Home is closer than you think with this compact satellite communicator that lets you send and receive messages, trigger an interactive SOS, track and log your location, and use simple navigation globally. Mount the device to your helm for easy access in a moment’s notice.

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2022 NFNP WINNERBEST NEW POWERBOAT UNDER 30'POWERBOATS

Everglades 285cc – Everglades Boats

The 285cc’s spacious bow features plush upholstered lounges with teak accents and recessed in deck storage that quickly converts into an immense casting deck or spacious sun pad. An advanced helm station provides complete control with dual Garmin® displays, an exclusive rotating helm/mezzanine seat, and proprietary digital switching.

2022 NFNP WINNERGREEN ENTRIESGREEN HONORABLE MENTIONPOWERBOATS

Hinckley Picnic Boat 40 S with SilentJet – Hinckley Yachts

With new SilentJet technology, the Picnic Boat 40 S is a fresh recipe for the classic Picnic. The Picnic Boat 40 S brings a fresh perspective on the most successful Hinckley series ever built. The SilentJet combines the silent running characteristics of electric propulsion and water jets while also allowing [...]

POWERBOATS

Aicon Vivere 66 – Aicon

Aicon Yachts stand alone as a result of their custom designs, skillful craftsmen with unique materials from Sicily, paired together with the expertise of American engineering. The new AICON 66 “Vivere” is unique in its class in many ways with new features only found today in the mega yachts. The [...]

GREEN ENTRIESPOWERBOATS

Eastbay 60 – Grand Banks Marine Group

Eastbay was the original production downeaster that spawned many copycats. Revitalized, the new EB60 features our proprietary V-Warp technology, an efficient design which results in up to half the fuel consumption compared to competition of comparable size. Built for fuel efficient, high speed, comfortable cruising. Green: The revolutionary combination of [...]

GREEN ENTRIESPRODUCTS

40 HP Electric Outboard – Flux Marine

This fully electric, high-performance outboard provides a sustainable alternative to gas motors and is perfect for vessels under 20’ on lakes and small waterways. **Green: The electric outboard features an acceleration power of 60HP, a 24kWh battery pack, and an integrated battery management system making it 100% sustainable. Zero tailpipe [...]

POWERBOATS

Grady White 218 – Cataumet Boats Inc.

The Grady White 218 with reimagined walkaround cabin designed for the devoted angler and families that fish, play, and overnight. The wider beam provides a more spacious walkaround and cabin. The integrated swim platforms and pivoting aft seat backs affords more room for the angler to fight fish and provide [...]

2022 NFNP WINNERBEST NEW SAILBOATSAILBOATS

Neel 43 – Performance Yacht Sales

Neel makes the only cruising trimarans in the world. A cutting-edge and efficient design by Narc Lombard, featuring an advanced hull design. Trimarans are 1.5 faster than Catamarans and much more stable. The Neel 43 features a unique layout, will large living spaces, and an amazing technical room. Green: Neel [...]

2022 NFNP WINNERBEST GREEN AWARD PRODUCTGREEN ENTRIESPRODUCTS

EnergyMatic – EWOL Sailboat Propellers

EnergyMatic gets its feathering position (low drag sailing position) without blocking the shaft, so it is recommended for hydraulic gear transmissions. It can also block the blades in regeneration mode allowing to hydro-generate energy under sail w/ high efficiency, making it fundamental for electric-powered sailboats. ** Green: Special blades flip [...]