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Back for 2026, MDL's Green Innovator Award distinguishes products and services that are pioneering in sustainability, innovation and design. It is aimed at projects from both start-ups and established companies, and highlights suppliers who are making a special effort towards environmentally sustainable practices, products and services.
Nominations are open to every company exhibiting at The Green Tech Boat Show, or any other business / organisation you feel is a worthy winner for 2026.
Voting closes on Friday 8th May 2026 and the winner will be announced at the Show.
Click on the boxes below to learn more about each company's green initiatives.
Arcona Yachts is a leading Swedish yacht builder known for high-performance, sustainable sailing yachts. They pioneer eco-friendly innovations, including fully electric propulsion systems and vacuum-infused hulls with bio-based resins, earning them accolades like European Yacht of the Year 2024 (Luxury Cruiser – Arcona 50) and European Yacht of the Year 2019 (Performance Cruiser – Arcona 435).
Fischer Panda UK is a leader in sustainable marine power solutions, recognised for its innovation in eco-friendly technologies. In 2022, the company was nominated for the GREENFLEET Award for Industry Innovation and collaborated with Sky News to reduce CO₂ emissions, contributing to Sky News winning the Broadcast Tech Innovation Award. Fischer Panda's 2024 introduction of Integrel Solutions' advanced e-power system further underscores their commitment to green technology, making them a strong contender for the Green Innovation Award.
Bruntons Propellers, with over 150 years of innovation, revolutionised marine propulsion with the Autoprop in the 1980s, earning the Queen's Award for Technological Achievement. Their recent SigmaDrive reduces noise and vibration from shaft misalignment. Committed to R&D, Bruntons remains a leader in marine propulsion.
VETUS, established in 1964, is a leading Dutch manufacturer of innovative marine systems, offering a wide range of products, including propulsion, manoeuvring, and onboard systems. In 2024, the company marked its 60th anniversary, highlighting six decades of excellence. VETUS was honoured with the Miami International Boat Show Innovation Award in 2025 for its advanced technologies like the BOW PRO Boosted 400 series thruster and Rim Drive RD160.
Yacht Solar Arches designs durable, custom solar panel arches for yachts, enhancing renewable energy at sea. Their high-quality craftsmanship ensures efficient, sustainable power solutions for marine adventurers.
OGO Electrical cover all aspects of marine electrical work, specialising in installing and upgrading power management systems, instrumentation, navigation, communications and monitoring equipment, as well as solar and wind generator installation.