If you’re into technology, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (October 28 through November 1, 2026) is a must-attend event. You’ll see all kinds of boats, motors and gear, and you’ll also discover some of the newest and coolest marine electronics and electrical accessories displayed at company booths, integrated into boats and for sale at retailers exhibiting at the show. Here are some items you must see at this year’s Fort Lauderdale show.
Garmin Signal VHF 440
Garmin’s new Signal VHF 440 and VHF 220 radios help keep boaters connected and aware of their surroundings. With a sleek design, the radios take up minimal helm space and feature an industry-first 3.5-inch color touchscreen with edge-to-edge glass. The premium Garmin Signal VHF 400 enhances situational awareness by offering an integrated Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) transponder. The 440 won a prestigious Innovation Award in the electronics category at the 2026 IBEX boatbuilder show. The radios also feature playback and a Fist microphone with a loud built-in speaker to hear audio over engine, waves and wind noise. $1,4099.99 and $999.99, respectively; garmin.com
Minn Kota Multifunction Displays
The Minn Kota brand, best known for trolling motors, is being reshaped to also include a full line of Minn Kota multifunction displays and transducers, replacing most products from Minn Kota’s sister brand, Humminbird. At the same time, the newly introduced Minn Kota MFDs will reflect much of the sonar technology found in the erstwhile Humminbird units. New Minn Kota X Series MFDs will combine fishfinder and navigation capabilities in five display sizes, including 7-, 9-, 10-, 12- and 16-inch touchscreen display models. The 7- and 16-inch screens are totally new, while the other display sizes previously existed as Humminbird products. The Minn Kota A Series of MFDs is expected later in 2027. To learn more, visit minnkota.johnsonoutdoors.com.
Scanstrut Wireless Anchor Light
The new wireless anchor/all-around white light won a coveted Innovation Award at the 2026 IBEX boatbuilder show. Developed in collaboration with Perko, the 12-volt light is powered by the Scanstrut SystemOne wireless technology. Simply open the fixture cover, drop in the light pole, and on it comes. No more corroded terminals or broken prongs. The 316 stainless-steel hardware and sealed electronics are waterproof and maintenance free. The LED all-around pole light meets ABYC C-5 regulations with 2-nautical mile visibility. The spring-loaded fixture lid is IPX4 waterproof rated. Available with 24- and 48-inch tall poles. To learn more, visit scanstrut.com.
Raymarine Cam400
The new Raymarine Cam400 is a compact IP camera that transforms any compatible Raymarine Axiom chart plotter into an onboard video-monitoring system, allowing the skipper and others to see more of their vessel—be it the engine room, cabin, aft deck, or swim platform—without leaving the helm. It delivers high-definition day or night video via a wide-angle lens and works with Raymarine’s AR200 sensor to support the ClearCruise Augmented Reality system (sold separately). $699.99 for the Cam400; raymarine.com
Imtra Marine Flood Light
Light up the holiday season with Imtra’s ILSL-1806F cockpit flood light. This compact, high-output 18-watt LED light is designed for exterior use on spreaders, arches, cabin tops, radar pedestals, and T-tops. It produces a crisp 30-degree flood beam. The low-profile die-cast aluminum housing incorporates a high-surface-area thermal flow-through heat sink that efficiently dissipates heat. Full articulation of the stainless-steel 316 bracket allows you aim the illumination. It is compatible with both 12- and 24-volt DC systems. The polycarbonate lens and weatherproof construction suit the most demanding offshore conditions. $82.99; defender.com
KICKER Leisure Pro Speaker MM
The new Leisure Pro MM 6.5- and 8-inch coaxial speakers from Kicker Marine Audio are designed to bring added performance and features to boaters looking for more from their marine audio system. Leisure Pro is for boaters looking for a step up without moving to the top of the line. The MM speakers offer LED-lit tweeters with both white and black enclosures and Kicker Teteron dome for smooth definition of high frequencies. Wiring is connected with Kicker’s corrosion-resistant and waterproof sealed locking plugs. To learn more, visit kicker.com.
OceanLED Sport Mini
OceanLED’s new Sport Mini is a compact, surface-mounted underwater light engineered to deliver 1,500 fixture lumens, significantly brighter than many competing products in its class. Advanced underwater optics have been specially engineered to maximize usable light in the water. With power requirements ranging from 12-volt DC 0.9A to 24-volt DC 0.5A, the Sport Mini is constructed from premium marine-grade hard-anodized aluminum and boasts an IP69K waterproof rating. The surface-mount design requires just a single half-inch (12.5 mm) installation hole. $349.99 for a pair; oceanled.com
Wet Sounds Marine Media Center
The WS-ZX-MC-20 Marine Digital Media Center from Wet Sounds will delight any boater on your gift list. It lets you listen to your favorite playlists, plug in a player, or listen to the radio. The 3-inch full-color display looks terrific and it’s IPX6-rated for water resistance. It features built-in Bluetooth and SiriusXM compatibility, as well as AM/FM/Weather Band tuner, plus a USB port and an AUX input. It is also NMEA-2000 compatible to enable control from an MFD. It has a four-channel built-in amplifier and three-zone audio control with independent volume, balance, and crossover adjustment for each zone. Dimmable day/night illumination makes this media center easy to see day or night. $539.99; crutchfield.com
Battery Tender Jump N Start 2000 Amp
Make sure the boater on your holiday list can always get the boat or tow vehicle started with the Jump N Start 2000-Amp Lithium Jump Starter from Battery Tender. The compact unit delivers 2,000 peak amps of cranking for any gas or diesel engine up to a V-8. Backed by a 16,000-amp-hour lithium power bank, this is Battery Tender’s most potent jump-starting unit, designed for high-compression performance marine and automotive engines. It comes with starting cables and auxiliary power outlets, including a USB-A outlet and a USB-C charging port. $234.95; batterytender.com
SI-TEX MDA-6 AIS
An onboard Automatic Identification System (AIS) adds an extra measure for boaters, and that makes it a great holiday gift. SI-TEX Marine Electronics’ compact and easy to install MDA-6 AIS module adds Bluetooth connectivity to an app that allows technicians to easily program and troubleshoot the system. (Previous SI-TEX AIS modules required connecting the unit to a computer via a USB-A connector.) The app also includes a crowd-sharing navigation advisory feature (similar to Waze on land) that allows boaters to send out warnings via AIS Messaging about any hazards they might encounter along their route. $849; wjmmarine.com
Fujinon TSX 1440 Stabilized Binoculars
Imagine the ability to see far beyond the naked eye while on the water. That’s what you will gift the boater on your list with the Fujinon TSX 1440 stabilized binoculars. These advanced optics greatly enhance the ability to spot and identify objects at much greater distances than with conventional 7×50 binoculars thanks to an electronic gyro-sensor that detects and corrects for any movement. This steady field of vision facilitates greater magnification than traditional binoculars. Powered by four AA batteries and boasting a nonslip finish, the TS-X14x40 model is waterproof and floats. Available in three colors—black, blue and yellow. $1,499.95; thegpsstore.com
SIONYX Nightwave Digital
Santa would really appreciate the Nightwave Digital on his Christmas Eve rounds. This is the next generation of Sionyx ultra-low-light marine imaging systems. The compact, lightweight fixed-mount camera is designed to easily install atop or under the brow of a hardtop, using SIONYX’s Black Silicon CMOS sensor technology to deliver ultra-low-light full-color imaging on an MFD in 1280×1024 HD resolution. The 16 mm F/1.4 glass lenses offer 44-degree horizontal field of view. It connects via a single cable (which provides power and networking) to the display’s Ethernet port. It can network a single camera with multiple MFDs, or multiple cameras to one MFD. It also offers Wi-Fi video streaming to the SIONYX mobile app. $2,995; sionyx.com
Icom IC-M430 VHF
Every boater will want the M430 from Icom. It is the first VHF in its class with a color TFT LCD display. It features three display modes including day, dark and night modes for better viewing. The M430 features a built-in GPS, as well as integrated NMEA 2000 connectivity to make it easy to network with chart plotters and other onboard electronics. It has the same cutout dimensions as the M424G for easy flush-mount installation, and a slimmer body that requires 50 percent depth space behind the dash. There is both a front and rear connection for the wired microphone, and it is compatible with the optional Icom CommandMic. It features Public Address and foghorn capabilities, as well as Digital Selective Calling functionality. To learn more, visit icomamerica.com.
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Metro Marine Foul-Resistant Underwater Lighting
Metro Marine’s new F-Series full-spectrum underwater lights for boats feature patented antibiofouling and anticondensation technologies. The fixtures integrate Metro ultraviolet C (UVC) rays to kill bacteria and prevent marine growth on the lenses. In addition, patented dry-glass technology prevents condensation from forming inside the fixtures. Seventy-two high-output LEDs per fixture create higher-quality whites and rich color blends. With watertight aluminum bronze housings and silicon bronze hardware, Metro Marine’s luminaires are perfect for mounting to boats, docks, pilings and sea walls. Starting at about $7,500 for a three-fixture system for a twin-engine 35-foot center-console; metromarinelighting.com.
