JUR Y REPORT
JURY REPORT
22nd DAME - Design Award METS Competition Jury Report on the 2012 DAME Award - Tuesday 13 November 2012 The DAME Award Winner and Category Winners for 2012 were announced at the Breakfast Briefing before the opening of the METS exhibition, including the SuperYacht Pavilion, on Tuesday November 13th. The DAME Jury inspected 115 products from 25 countries and then nominated 39 products to advance to the second round of judging. Only products that made it to the second round were considered for the DAME Award. In determining the winners in seven categories, as well as the Overall Winner, the Jury took into account a number of factors, including design, styling, quality of construction, overall impact on the marine industry, suitability for its intended purpose, level of innovation, cost effectiveness, and favourable environmental impact. Those products that made it to the final round and came close to winning have received a Special Mention in their categories.
Chairman’s Comments The DAME Award's Jury Chairman, Bill Dixon, says the calibre of entrants in this year's competition has been as strong as ever. "The excellent quality of the 2012 DAME Design Award entry list has been clear evidence that the marine industry is continuing to invest confidently in a broad range of innovative and well-designed new products, despite the difficult economic climate. As always, it was a difficult task for the DAME Jury judges to elect the eventual Category and Overall Winners from such an impressive array of diverse and welldesigned marine products. We were, however, very pleased that all seven categories were well represented - especially in the important areas of deck equipment, rigging, safety and navigational software."
And the Overall Winner of the DAME Award 2012 is... TORQEEDO FOR THE DEEP BLUE ELECTRIC OUTBOARD The Jury believes that the new DEEP BLUE large electric outboard from Torqeedo GmbH is an exceptional example of groundbreaking research and development - one which will bring great benefits to both the users and builders of marine craft. Through substantial financial investment Torqeedo have successfully combined two established yet distinct technologies - the large outboard engine and electric motor - for the first time. In doing so they have created a revolutionary integrated propulsion system that is striking in its styling and highly notable for its innovation. In bringing this truly original product to the marine market, DEEP BLUE's designers have achieved a first-class package that offers convenience, price worthiness and performance. It also promises to provide a cleaner, quieter and more economical boating experience for many people in the years to come. Stand no. 11.705 DEEP BLUE large electric outboard.
CATEGORY WINNERS The judges selected six winners for seven categories and granted nine Special Mentions. The Category Winners are: Marine equipment & related software
Clothing & crew accessories
SonarCharts by Navionics
Fibercon G2 & Elysse G2 by Chatham Marine Navionics SonarCharts is a
Chatham has designed a new
highly detailed bathymetric
range of deck shoes that use
map with 3D functionality
Contender sailcloth. Each pair
that uses community
incorporates this material
mapping - where users share
which is proven to be tough
information by comparing
and flexible in extreme marine
sonar log recordings in order
conditions. The shoes are
to build up a comprehensive database. It is the first system to enable
exceptionally lightweight,
large-scale displays that incorporate automated and global daily
water resistant and durable.
updates of bathymetrical data. The Jury considered this to be a finely
The Jury felt that they are an important and attractive development
designed product that represents a tremendously exciting development
in the design of marine clothing - a clear improvement on the many
in the area of marine navigation and believe that this product is a
excellent products currently available in this sector. – Stand no. 03.314
glimpse into the future of the chartware sector. – Stand no. 02.432 Life saving & safety equipment Interior equipment, furnishings, materials & electrical fittings
inReach by DeLorme
used in cabins
This is the world's first affordable two-way
Nuance by Vision Systems
global satellite communication solution, Nuance is an innovative solar
offering sophisticated location tracking
protection product which
that includes SOS alerting through either
allows users to accurately
text messaging or email using a wireless
control the level of light
connection to a smart mobile device.
and heat entering a yacht
inReach uses the Iridium satellite network
through its cabin windows.
in order to guarantee global coverage from
It can be manufactured
anywhere on Earth. The Jury felt that the
to fulfil any shape with no size limit while saving space and weight.
new inReach unit is an important contribution to boating safety, one
Its management can be operated instantly and comprehensively
that has successfully brought together popular modern technologies
through manual or automatic means. The Jury felt that Nuance is
in order to save lives in the future. – Stand no. 01.244
major innovation that will benefit designers and owners greatly - with comparatively little increase in cost. – Stand no. 10.619
Machinery, propulsion, mechanical & electrical systems & fittings
Deck equipment, sails & rigging T25 Organiser by Spinlock Ltd.
DEEP BLUE by Torqeedo GmbH This product successfully
Designed for the decks of smaller boats,
combines two established
this neat and well thought out
yet distinct technologies - the
multiple-line organiser is micro-sized in
large outboard engine and
order to achieve minimal weight, windage
electric motor - for the first
and footprint area. Its modular design
time. In doing so Torqeedo
uses a kit of finely detailed, reinforced
have created a revolutionary
mouldings. The Jury was impressed by
integrated propulsion system that is striking in both in its styling and
its smart design and the benefits it will
innovation. In bringing this truly original product to the marine
offer in terms of space-saving and cost
market, DEEP BLUE's designers have achieved a first-class package
reductions. – Stand no. 03.300
that offers convenience, price worthiness and performance. It also promises to provide a cleaner, quieter and more economical boating experience for many people in the years to come. – Stand no. 11.705
SPECIAL MENTIONS Marine equipment & related software NavNet TZ touch by Furuno France The NavNet TZ touch makes display manipulation easier than ever before with features that include two-finger course rotation and the
Clothing & crew accessories
capability to create or connect to an existing wireless LAN network,
ZhikGrip 2 Boot and Straps by Zhik Pty
allowing users to interact with the TZ touch via their tablet or
The design for the ZhikGrip 2 range of boots and straps is the culmination
smartphone. The Jury felt that the NavNet TZ touch is both
of many years of research and development that has included having
exceptionally user-friendly and a pleasing evolution of display
the products tested and critiqued by a team of world champion athletes,
interactivity. – Stand no. 01.223
including Olympic gold medallists at this year’s London games. The products provide competitive racing sailors with an improved connection
Interior equipment, furnishings, materials & electrical fittings
to the boat’s performance while still allowing full mobility. The Jury felt
used in cabins
that this product succeeded in having tremendous grip while being
YKK Baby SNAD by YKK Fasteners
both comfortable and aesthetically striking. – Stand no. 11.007
These new plastic snap fasteners have been designed specifically for the marine market and, unlike traditional metal screw studs, will
Life saving & safety equipment
prevent the snagging of clothing and the deterioration of the material
AQ40 by Ocean Safety Ltd.
through exposure to sunlight or saltwater. The Jury felt that while
This compact water-activated lifejacket light uses LED technology to
this product is small in size, it is highly significant for its clever design
help it operate five times longer than other similar models currently
that uses dome shaping which can be stepped on without causing
on the market. It is also noticeably smaller and neater than any of its
harm or pain. It is a truly innovative product that will save builders
competitors. The Jury felt that the design of the AQ40 is notable for
and owners time and money. – Stand no. 03.322
the way in which it has successfully set out a new and clear standard in the design of lifejacket lights. – Stand no. 03.304
Deck equipment, sails & rigging Quick Lock deck filler by Osculati
Odeo Flare Mk2 by Odeo Flare Ltd.
This uniquely designed deck filler unit allows the user to open or
The Odeo Flare Mark 2 is designed to solve the difficulties involved in
close a fuel or water cap with a single 45° rotation, making operation
safely transporting, storing and disposing of pyrotechnic red hand held
much faster and simpler than can be achieved by other existing
flares. It has no flames or explosives making it a safer alternative to
products, all of which require several rotations in order to fully
the conventional hand held pyrotechnic flare. Its lasers transmit a full
complete the action of opening or closing. The Jury felt that the
hemisphere of light output with distinctive bright and random flashes,
Quick Lock deck filler has successfully addressed an overlooked
visible from the surface and the air at a minimum range of three miles.
problem in the area of boat management and achieved a design
The Jury felt that this product will enhance crew safety by its excellent
solution that increases speed and convenience. – Stand no. 05.115
and appropriate use of laser technology. – Stand no. 03.120
DUExTRE by Seasmart
Machinery, propulsion, mechanical & electrical systems & fittings
The DUExTRE is a removable table for boats that is light and easy to
Oceanvolt SD8.6 by Oceanvolt Ltd.
stow and install. It consists of three parts - two carbon legs to be fixed
The Oceanvolt SD8.6 saildrive propulsion system has been designed
to the floor and one folding table to be fixed onto the legs. The Jury
for silent and ecological motoring with maximum comfort. Lighter
considered the DUExTRE to be an exceptional example of well-designed
than similar products already on the market it is highly hydrodynamic
engineering set out with elegant styling. It offers a smart solution for
and includes a useful graphic display which accurately indicates its
the design and construction of small boats. – Stand no. 01.137
remaining operating time. The Jury felt that this product was notable for being both compact and yet cleverly engineered. – Stand no. 09.429
Clothing & crew accessories adipower hiking by Terrathree GmbH
Waterlock NLP3 by VETUS N.V.
Adidas designers and technologists spent more than a full year working
Besides preventing water flowing back into the engine, reducing noise
closely with the British Olympic sailing team in order to develop this
is a key feature of any waterlock. Whilst trying to improve the noise
original and unique approach to athletic shoe design. These new
reduction of its waterlock, VETUS has come up with a unique triple
shoes will provide crews with an increased quality of direct contact to
chamber unit that offers maximal sound reduction with optimal
the boat while providing superb deck feel. – Stand no. 05.419
performance. – Stand no. 01.332
metstrade.com
DAME JURY 2012 This year the DAME Jury was made up of nine leading industry experts:
From left to right: Mr. U. Kleinitz, ICOMIA, UK Mr. A. Frabetti, Ferrettigroup/AYT Advanced Yacht Technology, Italy Mr. D. O'Neill, IPC Media, UK Mr. B. Dixon, Dixon Yacht Design, UK - Chairman of the DAME Jury Mr. T. Conradi, judel/vrolijk & co Engineering GmbH, President DBSV, Germany Ms. B. Schnaase, Schnaase Interior Design, Germany Mr. J. Jakopin, J&J Design/Seaway, Slovenia Mr. J.F. de Prémorel, Beneteau Group, France Mr. N. Calder, independent technical marine journalist, USA
Former Chairman and leading Naval Architect Tony Castro is the designer of the DAME prize; the trophy reflects the truly international entry field and focus on design.
DAME PARTICIPANTS SUPPORT AFRICAN MEDICAL & RESEARCH FOUNDATION (AMREF) FLYING DOCTORS Registration fees from the 2012 DAME (Design Award METS) have been donated to African Medical & Research Foundation (AMREF) Flying Doctors - Africa's principal health care organisation. AMREF has its focus project: "sustainable water access for the Maasai in Kajiado, Kenya". In January 2012 they started with the construction and rehabilitation of 50 water sources in this area and trains local people in operation and maintenance of the facilities. AMREF also creates sanitary facilities and promotes hygienic practices. At the end of 2015, 50,000 people will be reached with sustainable access to safe water through the activities of this project. This morning a cheque of 17,250.00 Euros was presented to AMREF. In the DAME stand, located in the Elicium, you can find more information on AMREF and all nominated products and winners of 2012.
metstrade.com
22nd DAME - Design Award METS Competition Jury Report on the 2012 DAME Award - Tuesday 13 November 2012 The DAME Award Winner and Category Winners for 2012 were announced at the Breakfast Briefing before the opening of the METS exhibition, including the SuperYacht Pavilion, on Tuesday November 13th. The DAME Jury inspected 115 products from 25 countries and then nominated 39 products to advance to the second round of judging. Only products that made it to the second round were considered for the DAME Award. In determining the winners in seven categories, as well as the Overall Winner, the Jury took into account a number of factors, including design, styling, quality of construction, overall impact on the marine industry, suitability for its intended purpose, level of innovation, cost effectiveness, and favourable environmental impact. Those products that made it to the final round and came close to winning have received a Special Mention in their categories.
Chairman’s Comments The DAME Award's Jury Chairman, Bill Dixon, says the calibre of entrants in this year's competition has been as strong as ever. "The excellent quality of the 2012 DAME Design Award entry list has been clear evidence that the marine industry is continuing to invest confidently in a broad range of innovative and well-designed new products, despite the difficult economic climate. As always, it was a difficult task for the DAME Jury judges to elect the eventual Category and Overall Winners from such an impressive array of diverse and welldesigned marine products. We were, however, very pleased that all seven categories were well represented - especially in the important areas of deck equipment, rigging, safety and navigational software."
And the Overall Winner of the DAME Award 2012 is... TORQEEDO FOR THE DEEP BLUE ELECTRIC OUTBOARD The Jury believes that the new DEEP BLUE large electric outboard from Torqeedo GmbH is an exceptional example of groundbreaking research and development - one which will bring great benefits to both the users and builders of marine craft. Through substantial financial investment Torqeedo have successfully combined two established yet distinct technologies - the large outboard engine and electric motor - for the first time. In doing so they have created a revolutionary integrated propulsion system that is striking in its styling and highly notable for its innovation. In bringing this truly original product to the marine market, DEEP BLUE's designers have achieved a first-class package that offers convenience, price worthiness and performance. It also promises to provide a cleaner, quieter and more economical boating experience for many people in the years to come. Stand no. 11.705 DEEP BLUE large electric outboard.
CATEGORY WINNERS The judges selected six winners for seven categories and granted nine Special Mentions. The Category Winners are: Marine equipment & related software
Clothing & crew accessories
SonarCharts by Navionics
Fibercon G2 & Elysse G2 by Chatham Marine Navionics SonarCharts is a
Chatham has designed a new
highly detailed bathymetric
range of deck shoes that use
map with 3D functionality
Contender sailcloth. Each pair
that uses community
incorporates this material
mapping - where users share
which is proven to be tough
information by comparing
and flexible in extreme marine
sonar log recordings in order
conditions. The shoes are
to build up a comprehensive database. It is the first system to enable
exceptionally lightweight,
large-scale displays that incorporate automated and global daily
water resistant and durable.
updates of bathymetrical data. The Jury considered this to be a finely
The Jury felt that they are an important and attractive development
designed product that represents a tremendously exciting development
in the design of marine clothing - a clear improvement on the many
in the area of marine navigation and believe that this product is a
excellent products currently available in this sector. – Stand no. 03.314
glimpse into the future of the chartware sector. – Stand no. 02.432 Life saving & safety equipment Interior equipment, furnishings, materials & electrical fittings
inReach by DeLorme
used in cabins
This is the world's first affordable two-way
Nuance by Vision Systems
global satellite communication solution, Nuance is an innovative solar
offering sophisticated location tracking
protection product which
that includes SOS alerting through either
allows users to accurately
text messaging or email using a wireless
control the level of light
connection to a smart mobile device.
and heat entering a yacht
inReach uses the Iridium satellite network
through its cabin windows.
in order to guarantee global coverage from
It can be manufactured
anywhere on Earth. The Jury felt that the
to fulfil any shape with no size limit while saving space and weight.
new inReach unit is an important contribution to boating safety, one
Its management can be operated instantly and comprehensively
that has successfully brought together popular modern technologies
through manual or automatic means. The Jury felt that Nuance is
in order to save lives in the future. – Stand no. 01.244
major innovation that will benefit designers and owners greatly - with comparatively little increase in cost. – Stand no. 10.619
Machinery, propulsion, mechanical & electrical systems & fittings
Deck equipment, sails & rigging T25 Organiser by Spinlock Ltd.
DEEP BLUE by Torqeedo GmbH This product successfully
Designed for the decks of smaller boats,
combines two established
this neat and well thought out
yet distinct technologies - the
multiple-line organiser is micro-sized in
large outboard engine and
order to achieve minimal weight, windage
electric motor - for the first
and footprint area. Its modular design
time. In doing so Torqeedo
uses a kit of finely detailed, reinforced
have created a revolutionary
mouldings. The Jury was impressed by
integrated propulsion system that is striking in both in its styling and
its smart design and the benefits it will
innovation. In bringing this truly original product to the marine
offer in terms of space-saving and cost
market, DEEP BLUE's designers have achieved a first-class package
reductions. – Stand no. 03.300
that offers convenience, price worthiness and performance. It also promises to provide a cleaner, quieter and more economical boating experience for many people in the years to come. – Stand no. 11.705
SPECIAL MENTIONS Marine equipment & related software NavNet TZ touch by Furuno France The NavNet TZ touch makes display manipulation easier than ever before with features that include two-finger course rotation and the
Clothing & crew accessories
capability to create or connect to an existing wireless LAN network,
ZhikGrip 2 Boot and Straps by Zhik Pty
allowing users to interact with the TZ touch via their tablet or
The design for the ZhikGrip 2 range of boots and straps is the culmination
smartphone. The Jury felt that the NavNet TZ touch is both
of many years of research and development that has included having
exceptionally user-friendly and a pleasing evolution of display
the products tested and critiqued by a team of world champion athletes,
interactivity. – Stand no. 01.223
including Olympic gold medallists at this year’s London games. The products provide competitive racing sailors with an improved connection
Interior equipment, furnishings, materials & electrical fittings
to the boat’s performance while still allowing full mobility. The Jury felt
used in cabins
that this product succeeded in having tremendous grip while being
YKK Baby SNAD by YKK Fasteners
both comfortable and aesthetically striking. – Stand no. 11.007
These new plastic snap fasteners have been designed specifically for the marine market and, unlike traditional metal screw studs, will
Life saving & safety equipment
prevent the snagging of clothing and the deterioration of the material
AQ40 by Ocean Safety Ltd.
through exposure to sunlight or saltwater. The Jury felt that while
This compact water-activated lifejacket light uses LED technology to
this product is small in size, it is highly significant for its clever design
help it operate five times longer than other similar models currently
that uses dome shaping which can be stepped on without causing
on the market. It is also noticeably smaller and neater than any of its
harm or pain. It is a truly innovative product that will save builders
competitors. The Jury felt that the design of the AQ40 is notable for
and owners time and money. – Stand no. 03.322
the way in which it has successfully set out a new and clear standard in the design of lifejacket lights. – Stand no. 03.304
Deck equipment, sails & rigging Quick Lock deck filler by Osculati
Odeo Flare Mk2 by Odeo Flare Ltd.
This uniquely designed deck filler unit allows the user to open or
The Odeo Flare Mark 2 is designed to solve the difficulties involved in
close a fuel or water cap with a single 45° rotation, making operation
safely transporting, storing and disposing of pyrotechnic red hand held
much faster and simpler than can be achieved by other existing
flares. It has no flames or explosives making it a safer alternative to
products, all of which require several rotations in order to fully
the conventional hand held pyrotechnic flare. Its lasers transmit a full
complete the action of opening or closing. The Jury felt that the
hemisphere of light output with distinctive bright and random flashes,
Quick Lock deck filler has successfully addressed an overlooked
visible from the surface and the air at a minimum range of three miles.
problem in the area of boat management and achieved a design
The Jury felt that this product will enhance crew safety by its excellent
solution that increases speed and convenience. – Stand no. 05.115
and appropriate use of laser technology. – Stand no. 03.120
DUExTRE by Seasmart
Machinery, propulsion, mechanical & electrical systems & fittings
The DUExTRE is a removable table for boats that is light and easy to
Oceanvolt SD8.6 by Oceanvolt Ltd.
stow and install. It consists of three parts - two carbon legs to be fixed
The Oceanvolt SD8.6 saildrive propulsion system has been designed
to the floor and one folding table to be fixed onto the legs. The Jury
for silent and ecological motoring with maximum comfort. Lighter
considered the DUExTRE to be an exceptional example of well-designed
than similar products already on the market it is highly hydrodynamic
engineering set out with elegant styling. It offers a smart solution for
and includes a useful graphic display which accurately indicates its
the design and construction of small boats. – Stand no. 01.137
remaining operating time. The Jury felt that this product was notable for being both compact and yet cleverly engineered. – Stand no. 09.429
Clothing & crew accessories adipower hiking by Terrathree GmbH
Waterlock NLP3 by VETUS N.V.
Adidas designers and technologists spent more than a full year working
Besides preventing water flowing back into the engine, reducing noise
closely with the British Olympic sailing team in order to develop this
is a key feature of any waterlock. Whilst trying to improve the noise
original and unique approach to athletic shoe design. These new
reduction of its waterlock, VETUS has come up with a unique triple
shoes will provide crews with an increased quality of direct contact to
chamber unit that offers maximal sound reduction with optimal
the boat while providing superb deck feel. – Stand no. 05.419
performance. – Stand no. 01.332
metstrade.com
DAME JURY 2012 This year the DAME Jury was made up of nine leading industry experts:
From left to right: Mr. U. Kleinitz, ICOMIA, UK Mr. A. Frabetti, Ferrettigroup/AYT Advanced Yacht Technology, Italy Mr. D. O'Neill, IPC Media, UK Mr. B. Dixon, Dixon Yacht Design, UK - Chairman of the DAME Jury Mr. T. Conradi, judel/vrolijk & co Engineering GmbH, President DBSV, Germany Ms. B. Schnaase, Schnaase Interior Design, Germany Mr. J. Jakopin, J&J Design/Seaway, Slovenia Mr. J.F. de Prémorel, Beneteau Group, France Mr. N. Calder, independent technical marine journalist, USA
Former Chairman and leading Naval Architect Tony Castro is the designer of the DAME prize; the trophy reflects the truly international entry field and focus on design.
DAME PARTICIPANTS SUPPORT AFRICAN MEDICAL & RESEARCH FOUNDATION (AMREF) FLYING DOCTORS Registration fees from the 2012 DAME (Design Award METS) have been donated to African Medical & Research Foundation (AMREF) Flying Doctors - Africa's principal health care organisation. AMREF has its focus project: "sustainable water access for the Maasai in Kajiado, Kenya". In January 2012 they started with the construction and rehabilitation of 50 water sources in this area and trains local people in operation and maintenance of the facilities. AMREF also creates sanitary facilities and promotes hygienic practices. At the end of 2015, 50,000 people will be reached with sustainable access to safe water through the activities of this project. This morning a cheque of 17,250.00 Euros was presented to AMREF. In the DAME stand, located in the Elicium, you can find more information on AMREF and all nominated products and winners of 2012.
metstrade.com
