.	The competition is open to students registered in a collegiate level design program anywhere in the world.
	.	Each entry must consist of a pictorial rendering* of a design proposal that creates a new boating/marine concept, design, or solution to a specific problem. *Note: No models please – however a photo of a model is acceptable and encouraged.
	.	The design proposal should answer a specific question relative to any of the following criteria: Use of design as a way to… increase sales; cut costs; demonstrate social responsibility; or heighten awareness of boating.
	.	CD/DVD submissions must include color printouts.
	.	Each entry must have a fully completed copy of the entry form (see below) attached securely to the back of each part of the entry.

The goal is to spotlight design as a "creative" resource rather than a function of engineering. As such, the MDRA requires that each submission is accompanied by a written (300 words or less, brevity appreciated) statement explaining how the design proposal achieves its purpose.

A release announcing all winning entries, top finalists and their design schools will be distributed to the media and displayed at marine industry events throughout the year.

The decision of the judges is final and only properly submitted entries will be considered.




Jack Telnack, former head of corporate design for Ford Motor Company, will lead a panel of design judges. During his tenure at Ford, Telnack was described by the New York Times as one of the country's "most influential designers". Telnack headed the design team that developed the famous aero look embodied in the original Taurus. He worked on the design of the new Ford Thunderbird and has developed and consulted on various design projects in the marine industry. Mr. Telnack will head a distinguished team of judges whose names will be announced at a later date.

The judging committee (subject to availability) will meet in late September to select the winners on the basis of outstanding achievement in an original marine design project.




Each entry must fall into one of the following categories:
Powerboat Design, Sailboat Design, or Other Marine Applications - This includes: interior design, safety and rescue, docks, piers, recreational and underwater devices or concepts that are not a boat but still related to the marine industry.