The winners of the World Snow Awards 2012 were revealed on Friday 2nd November at a buzzing ceremony in Earls Court 2, home to the Ski and Snowboard Show. Here are the hotly anticipated results in categories including resorts, kit, travel and hardware.
Honouring the best in the world of skiing and snowboarding the awards reward resorts, companies and individuals in 25 categories. The winners were chosen from a shortlist by a panel of leading ski and snowboard experts and by public vote.
| Resorts | Kit |
| Best European Resort 2012: Livigno
Best North American Resort 2012: Fernie Best Family Resort 2012: Avoriaz Best Upcoming Resort 2012: Monterosa Ski Best Resort For Apres 2012: Zermatt |
Best Clothing Manufacturer: ArcteryxBest Accessory Manufacturer: Scott
Best Safety Kit Manufacturer: Mammut Best Sunglasses Manufacturer: POC Best Goggles Manufacturer: Salomon Best UK Specialist Retailer (Multiple Stores): Ellis Brigham Best UK Specialist Retailer: SkiBartlett |
| Travel | Hardware |
| Best Airline: SwissBest Airport: Geneva
Best Specialist Operator: Ski Independence Best Mainstream Operator: Crystal Ski Best Mainstream Wintersports Insurer: Direct Travel Best Specialist Insurer: MPI |
Best Snowboard: Jones MountainTwinBest Women’s Snowboard: Salomon Wonder
Best Overall Snowboard Manufacturer: Burton Best Ski: Black Crows Nocta Best Women’s Ski: Volkl Allura Best Overall Ski Manufacturer: Volkl Most Iconic Ski: Salomon X-Scream Series Most Iconic Snowboard: Lib Tech Skate Banana |
| Polar Bear Award: Arnie Wilson |
