ABYC
The American Boat & Yacht Council was created in 1954 as a non-profit organization to develop safety standards for the design, construction, equipage, repair and maintenance of boats. The council's mission is to improve boating safety and reduce injuries and fatalities.
How the ABYC Creates Standards
Standards are a full-time mission for the ABYC that goes beyond simply putting out a new supplement every July. As an organization built on a tradition of common-sense and real-world experiences, the ABYC works on standards development year-round with its Project Technical Committees.
ABYC Expands Staff
The new personnel will support education, membership, marketing and finance initiatives.
ABYC Names New Board Members
The group also handed out awards at its annual meeting, which serves as the starter for Standards Week.
ABYC Standards Week Opens Today
A week of Project Technical Committee and other meetings in New Orleans will address the technical standards for vessel construction and systems.
A Safe New Year
After we white-boarded ABYC’s staff resolutions this year, we thought we might share with you our top standards resolutions.
ABYC Opens Registration for SUR/Tech Training
The continuing education program for surveyors and technicians is being held in a virtual format.
Registration for ABYC Standards Week Opens
Topics for the January conference include firefighting and detection systems, electrical, fuel and ventilation, controls and thermal appliances.
ABYC Appoints Accreditation Director
Sarah Devlin will manage and promote the ABYC Foundation’s Marine Trades Accreditation Program.
ABYC Opens Standards Week Registration
The organization will hold its annual safety standard conference Jan. 9-13, 2023, in New Orleans, La.
ABYC, IBEX To Host Student Career Day
More than 70 students from five Florida schools with marine trade interests will attend IBEX this year to join seminars, tour the exhibition floor and network with exhibitors.
ABYC/CG Webinar a ‘Must’ for Manufacturers
Part of the Risk Mitigation Series, the Nov. 9 session will focus on classifying a recall, when companies are required to issue a defect notification and how to avoid recalls.
Ready for a Revolution?
The recreational marine industry is seeing advancements in lithium-ion batteries, electric propulsion and the need for charging infrastructure.
ABYC Publishes Updated Standards
The update includes 20 new and revised standards and technical information reports, including guidance for lithium-ion batteries.
ABYC Foundation Launches Webinar Series
The monthly, subscription-based program replaces its two-day virtual event with nine online educational sessions aimed at existing and future marine technicians.
From Military to Marine Technician
Veterans typically display leadership qualities, respect for procedure, efficiency under pressure and, in some cases, a global perspective on technical trends which are often the right fit for marine industry careers
Q&A with John Adey
ABYC president John Adey discusses how the council’s standards have evolved with regard to sustainability, and environmental protection in recreational boating, and the supply chain
ABYC Offers New Electrical Course
Advanced Marine Electrical, the group’s newest certification, is an on-demand, online course outside of scheduled classes
Industry Organizations Invest in Marine Service Instructors
Four marine industry associations and businesses are funding scholarships for educators who wish to attend the ABYC Foundation’s Marine Educator Training Conference
Marine Service Technician Week Gets Underway
The American Boat and Yacht Council is highlighting the importance of the techs who keep boats safe and in top condition.
ABYC Designates Service Technician Week
The group will recognize those who work in the service sector and highlight the career path April 24-30.
ABYC Foundation to Host Summer Conference
The virtual program is designed for educators who teach or are considering teaching marine service courses.
ABYC Foundation Hosting Accreditation Webinar
The Feb. 24 session will review the new Marine Trades Accreditation Program, which is designed to ensure marine service education is aligned with industry needs.
ABYC Hosts Annual Meeting
The virtual session included association updates, board member announcements and an awards program.
C.G. and ABYC Set Roundtable Date
The second session in the free, online Risk Mitigation Series will focus on fire suppression systems and standards.