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The 2026 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) just launched the 2026 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey (NRBSS), which will provide detailed…
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ABYC Standards Week launches today to advance boating safety
Industry professionals gather to contribute to the development and revision of ABYC standards that support safer recreational boating.
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Garmin wins fifth National Boating Safety Award
Garmin received top honors in the Gear, Equipment and Accessories Manufacturer category.
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Pursuit Boats honored with National Boating Safety Award
The award recognizes Pursuit’s exceptional leadership and innovation in advancing boating safety across the marine industry.
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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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2025 National Boating Safety Awards presented at IBEX
The award recipients were recognized for their approach and commitment to creating safer experiences for boaters nationwide across eight categories.
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Sea Tow Foundation opens Boating Safety Award nominations
These awards will be presented during IBEX in October.
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Boating Safety Advisory Council welcomes new members
The new members, selected by the current council with oversight from the Sea Tow Foundation Board of Directors, will begin…
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USCG Auxiliary and West Marine launch boating safety initiative
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will conduct free Vessel Safety Checks at select West Marine store locations nationwide May 15-26.
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Sea Tow Foundation opens Boating Safety Advisory Council applications
Applications for the Sea Tow Foundation’s Boating Safety Advisory Council must be submitted by May 15.
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NMEA data initiative to advance safety and ocean preservation
The goal is to have 200 vessels actively contributing data to build a comprehensive global resource for marine safety and…
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Boat Fix partners with America’s Boating Club
Boat Fix, a recreational boating telematics company that provides a combination of remote monitoring, GPS tracking, theft prevention/recovery and 24/7…
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Raymarine collaborates with WATCHIT Collision Prevention System
Raymarine announced its new collaboration with WATCHIT. As part of the collaboration, WATCHIT’s advanced anti-collision technology will be combined with…
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Sea Tow Foundation accepting applications for Life Jacket Loaner Station grants
The Sea Tow Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting boating safety, announced the opening of its Life Jacket Loaner…
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ABYC opens registration for 2025 Standards Week
ABYC recently invited industry members to join the conversation during its Standards Week in San Antonio, Texas, January 5-9, 2025.…
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NMMA Canada seeks industry input on mandatory lifejacket wear
Transport Canada recently proposed regulations that require the mandatory wearing of personal flotation devices (PFDs) and lifejackets for recreational boaters.…
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IBEX 2024: Sea Tow Foundation presents annual National Boating Safety Awards
The Sea Tow Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting boating safety, along with its esteemed Boating Safety Advisory Council,…
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NMMA partners with MN Sheriffs to distribute life jackets, promote water safety
On Friday July 19, NMMA joined the Isanti County Sheriff, Water Sports Industry Association (WSIA), and Onyx Outdoor to distribute…
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Sea Tow Foundation seeks entries for 2024 National Boating Safety Awards
The Sea Tow Foundation, in partnership with its Boating Safety Advisory Council, announced that submissions for the 2024 National Boating…
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NMMA testifies to protect access to marine flares in CA
NMMA was recently in Sacramento, Calif. to testify in opposition to SB 1066, a bill that would create an extended…
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