ABYC

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.

The new personnel will support education, membership, marketing and finance initiatives.

The group also handed out awards at its annual meeting, which serves as the starter for Standards Week.

A week of Project Technical Committee and other meetings in New Orleans will address the technical standards for vessel construction and systems.

After we white-boarded ABYC’s staff resolutions this year, we thought we might share with you our top standards resolutions.

The continuing education program for surveyors and technicians is being held in a virtual format.

Topics for the January conference include firefighting and detection systems, electrical, fuel and ventilation, controls and thermal appliances.

Sarah Devlin will manage and promote the ABYC Foundation’s Marine Trades Accreditation Program.

The organization will hold its annual safety standard conference Jan. 9-13, 2023, in New Orleans, La.

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.

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.

The recreational marine industry is seeing advancements in lithium-ion batteries, electric propulsion and the need for charging infrastructure.

The update includes 20 new and revised standards and technical information reports, including guidance for lithium-ion batteries.

The monthly, subscription-based program replaces its two-day virtual event with nine online educational sessions aimed at existing and future marine technicians.

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

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

Advanced Marine Electrical, the group’s newest certification, is an on-demand, online course outside of scheduled classes

Four marine industry associations and businesses are funding scholarships for educators who wish to attend the ABYC Foundation’s Marine Educator Training Conference

The American Boat and Yacht Council is highlighting the importance of the techs who keep boats safe and in top condition.

The group will recognize those who work in the service sector and highlight the career path April 24-30.

The virtual program is designed for educators who teach or are considering teaching marine service courses.

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.

The virtual session included association updates, board member announcements and an awards program.

The second session in the free, online Risk Mitigation Series will focus on fire suppression systems and standards.