Furuno and its sister company MaxSea are proud to announce that they have been honored in a total of six categories at the 2026 NMEA Product of Excellence Awards.
The awards, which are widely recognized as the premier honor in the marine electronics industry, were presented during the annual NMEA Awards Banquet, held at the Hilton Rockwall in Dallas, Texas, in conjunction with the NMEA Marine Electronics Conference & Expo.
Each year, NMEA members and certified marine electronics installers cast their votes to determine the most innovative and reliable products across a wide range of categories, from navigation and safety equipment to entertainment and communications technology.
Radar: DRS4D-NXT Solid-State Doppler Radar
The DRS4D-NXT has been named Product of Excellence in the Radar category. This solid-state Doppler radar delivers a clear and stable radar picture with advanced target analysis, providing outstanding performance on any vessel.
Fishfinder: DFF-3D Multibeam 3D Fish Finder
The DFF-3D received the award in the Fishfinder category. This multibeam sounder offers cutting-edge marine electronics, perfectly suited to elevate the fishing experience in any maritime setting.
NMEA 2000 Sensor: SCX-20 High-Precision Satellite Compass
The SCX-20 was recognized in the NMEA 2000 Sensor category. This high-precision satellite compass features a user-friendly interface that integrates advanced technology and connectivity, catering to the requirements of any mariner.
Commercial Product: FAR-2228-NXT-BB X-Band Solid-State IMO Radar
The FAR-2228-NXT-BB earned the award in the Commercial Product category. This 600 W X-Band solid-state IMO radar reflects Furuno's unmatched expertise in designing and implementing navigational systems for SOLAS vessels, with the reliability and high quality that professional mariners depend on.
Searchlight/Omni Sonar: CSH-10 Omni Sonar
The CSH-10 was honored in the Searchlight/Omni Sonar category. This omni sonar provides efficient and durable detection capabilities, designed to guarantee performance across all conditions and environments at sea.
Marine PC Software: TZ Professional v5
MaxSea's TZ Professional v5 received the award in the Marine PC Software category. This marine navigation software, provided by MaxSea/Nobeltec, has been designed to answer the needs of the most demanding professional seafarers, offering cutting-edge features that deliver supreme control and performance.
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Many of these products have now won this prestigious award for several years in a row, a confirmation of Furuno's outstanding commitment to developing the most innovative and reliable products across a wide range of categories, from navigation to safety equipment.
This continued recognition by NMEA members and certified marine electronics installers, the professionals who work with this equipment every day, is a source of particular pride for the entire Furuno and MaxSea team. We are truly honored by this recognition and remain committed to delivering innovative and reliable marine electronics solutions.
For the complete list of 2026 award recipients, please refer to the official press release published by NMEA.