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ABYC announces registration for 2024 Standards Week

by National Marine Manufacturers Association 19 Sep 10:37 PDT January 7-11, 2024
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The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC), the nonprofit organization that develops safety standards for the design, construction, maintenance, and repair of boats has opened registration for Standards Week, Jan. 7-11, 2024, in Annapolis. The ABYC's annual meeting is slated for the evening of Jan. 8, marking the organization's 70th anniversary.

Captain Amy Beach, director of inspections and compliance for the United States Coast Guard, will be the esteemed guest speaker for the ABYC's annual meeting. Captain Beach's involvement underscores the importance of industry-wide collaboration to improve boating safety and overall quality of recreational boats.

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