Brunswick Corporation : Harris FloteBote Wins the 2013 NMMA Innovation Award
FT. WAYNE, Ind. Feb. 25, 2013 -- Harris FloteBote, producer of luxury pontoon boats, was honored recently with the 2013 Innovation Award in the pontoon category at the 72nd annual Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail. The award was presented by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI). The 2013 Innovation Award went to Harris FloteBote for its new Crowne model with its innovative design and a comprehensive list of groundbreaking technologies featuring a specially designed power lift sport arch and GPS-based cruise control. The Crowne combines the agility of a sport boat with the supreme comfort of a pontoon. "Receiving this award from our industry is a great honor," said Harris FloteBote President Nick Stickler. "On behalf of our employees, dealers, and loyal customers, we thank the judges for this recognition and pledge to continue to produce the finest in recreational boating." The Innovation Awards, organized by the NMMA and judged by the BWI, recognize products that best meet various criteria, including innovative distinction from other products currently being manufactured; benefit to the marine industry and/or consumer; practicality; and cost-effectiveness. About Harris FloteBote Harris FloteBote has been producing the highest quality luxury pontoon boats in the industry for over 55 years. As one of the nation's first pontoon boat manufacturers, we offer a history filled with design innovation, distinctive styling, unsurpassed comfort, and superior construction. In 2005, Harris FloteBote became part of the Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), producer of pleasure boats and marine engines. Brunswick's strength and expertise give Harris FloteBote the resources to employ the industry's best people and allow them to fund the ideas, innovations, and investments required to continue to be the industry leader. For more information, visit www.harrisflotebote.com. About Brunswick Headquartered in Lake Forest, Ill., Brunswick Corporation endeavors to instill "Genuine Ingenuity"(TM) in all its leading consumer brands, including Mercury and Mariner outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrives and inboard engines; MotorGuide trolling motors; Attwood marine parts and accessories; Land 'N' Sea, Kellogg Marine, and Diversified Marine parts and accessories distributors; Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Brunswick Commercial and Government Products, Crestliner, Cypress Cay, Harris FloteBote, Lowe, Lund, Meridian, Princecraft, Quicksilver, Rayglass, Sea Ray, Trophy, Uttern and Valiant boats; Life Fitness and Hammer Strength fitness equipment; Brunswick bowling centers, equipment and consumer products; Brunswick billiards tables and foosball tables. ****************** +----------+--------------------------+ | Contact: | Jane Schlegel | +----------+--------------------------+ | | Marketing Manager | +----------+--------------------------+ | Phone: | 260-399-4097 | +----------+--------------------------+ | Email: | jane.schlegel@bbgfwo.com | +----------+--------------------------+ This announcement is distributed by Thomson Reuters on behalf of Thomson Reuters clients. The owner of this announcement warrants that: (i) the releases contained herein are protected by copyright and other applicable laws; and (ii) they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein. Source: Brunswick Corporation via Thomson Reuters ONE [HUG#1680983]
Released February 25, 2013