Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are expanding from the road to water following a collaboration between MasterCraft and the Savvy Navvy all-in-one marine navigation app.

Boaters using Tennessee-based MasterCraft brands Crest Marine and Balise Pontoons now have access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto featuring Savvy Navvy’s on-water navigation.

During Crest Marine’s annual dealer meeting last week on Lake Lansing, dealers had the opportunity to experience the integration first hand through on-water demonstrations. Direct from the helm, Crest and Balise boaters can seamlessly sync the Savvy Navvy mobile app to access nautical charts, smart routing, active GPS tracking, live weather forecasts and tidal data.

As with automotive, navigation will display on the same screen as other CarPlay applications. Boaters can select from day, night or satellite view.

“Boaters have been asking for a modern infotainment system for years,” said Jelte Liebrand, CEO of UK firm Savvy Navvy. “Plan your trip on the couch, step aboard, and it is already at the helm. No complicated ways to synchronise things; it just works. Savvy Navvy for CarPlay works on iOS and Android with any compatible display. I’m thrilled to see Crest and Balise put CarPlay in front of their boaters.”

Savvy Navvy, with over three million downloads worldwide, was built to simplify marine navigation and give boaters everything they need in one app including clean, clutter free charts, smart routing, safer planning and simpler execution on the water. Optimised for all types of boats, it delivers a seamless experience across lakes, inland waters, coastal and the ocean.

“At Crest and Balise, we’re always looking for ways to enhance the ownership experience through meaningful innovation, and this partnership with Savvy Navvy is another step in driving the industry forward,” said Rob Nye, director at Crest and Balise. “Integrating Savvy Navvy with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto gives our customers a seamless, intuitive experience at the helm, increasing confidence and convenience every time they hit the water.”

Crest Marine has built pontoon boats since 1957, and in 2024 expanded its portfolio with the launch of Balise, an independent luxury and performance pontoon brand, developed alongside the MasterCraft team.

Beginning with the 2027 model year, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto featuring Savvy Navvy compatibility will come standard on all new Balise and Crest Conquest and Caribbean models launching next month. As part of the partnership, those who purchase a 2027 Balise or Crest with CarPlay or Android Auto functionality will also receive access to Savvy Navvy Premium, unlocking the app’s full suite of features.

For more information visit www.savvy-navvy.com/news/carplay.

Headquartered in Vonore, Tennessee, MasterCraft Boat Holdings (Investors.MCBH.com) is an innovator, designer, manufacturer and marketer of recreational powerboats through its five brands –, MasterCraft, Crest, Balise, Chaparral and Robalo.