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Skagit Valley College launches marine surveying course
Graduates will earn an SVC Certificate of Completion along with three ABYC certifications, qualifying them for the ABYC Master Advisor…
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ABYC Foundation to host Educator Forum
The free online event provides a platform to share challenges, explore resources and discuss opportunities to prepare students for marine…
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ABYC Standards Week to explore efoils and powered surfboards
The session follows a request from the USCG to evaluate the need for standards addressing these rapidly expanding segments.
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Industry mourns the passing of Augusto Villalon
Augusto “Kiko” Villalon, one of ABYC’s longest-standing members, passed away on October 8.
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ABYC to host Career Day during IBEX
The event will offer over 90 students from Florida marine technical schools an opportunity to explore careers in the boating…
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ABYC and USCG to host risk mitigation webinar
The virtual session, focused on electrical safety and updated standards, will be held on Wednesday, November 5.
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ABYC Foundation seeks Educator of the Year nominations
Educator of the Year nominations are open until December 19, 2025.
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NMMA launches refueling safety and education task force
This initiative aims to enhance awareness and education among dealers, service technicians, and boat owners regarding recreational boat fuel systems…
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ABYC webinar to cover standards updates
The webinar is free and will be held on September 17.
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Moving forward with decarbonization in the marine industry
The Pathways to Propulsion Decarbonisation report sees the greatest promise with sustainable drop-in fuels.
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ABYC and USCG launch Boat Regulations Certification course
The program equips marine industry professionals with the knowledge to meet federal requirements for new recreational boats manufactured or imported…
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ABYC publishes updated standards for boat building and repair
This year’s supplement includes updates to 14 standards and three technical information reports.
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ABYC participates in SkillsUSA marine technology competition
ABYC participated in and judged Marine Service Technology competitions at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference.
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Coast Guard accepts ABYC standard
USCG has accepted ABYC C-5, Construction and Testing of Electric Navigation Lights, as an equivalent to UL 1104.
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ABYC awards scholarship to future technician
The Larry Porche Blue Horizon Scholarship Fund and ABYC award a scholarship to Bridget Fink to support her pursuit of…
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First high school earns ABYC MTAP accreditation
Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School has earned MTAP accreditation, and The Landing School has renewed its MTAP.
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ABYC launches Marine Trades School Directory
The online directory, available through the ABYC website, currently features more than 30 schools.
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ABYC recognizes 2025 Outstanding Technician Winners
The awards recognize 10 technicians who have demonstrated exceptional customer service, technical training, and industry involvement.
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West Marine Pro supports tech students through ABYC partnership
West Marine Pro will offer graduating students exclusive access to essential tools and equipment, empowering them to launch their careers.
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Marine Service Technician Week launches next week
ABYC will present the Outstanding Technicians and the New Achiever awards.
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