American Boat and Yacht Council
The American Boat &Yacht Council (ABYC) is a non-profit, member organization that develops voluntary global safety standards for the design, construction, maintenance and repair of recreational boats.
ABYC has a long-established commitment to providing technical education, training, certification and professional development for marine technicians. Our seminars, workshops and technician certification courses are instrumental in increasing the level of knowledge and professionalism throughout the boating industry.
The Standards are the core of ABYC as they are continuously researched, developed and revised by over 400 volunteer marine professionals on 16 Project Technical Committees (PTCs) from all fields of the industry including the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), trade organizations and private entities. ABYC collaborates with safety organizations worldwide such as Transport Canada and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). As an independent consensus-based body, these industry experts work together to develop standards with the sole purpose of protecting the safety of the boating public.
The Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft covers all the major boat systems and the development and annual review of these standards provide boat building guidelines which correlate directly to the significant reduction in the number of boating accidents over the past seven decades.
What Are ABYC Standards?
Standards are the core of ABYC as they are continuously researched, developed, and revised by over 400 volunteer marine professionals on 16 Project Technical Committees (PTCs) from all fields of the industry including the US Coast Guard (USCG), trade organizations, and private entities. ABYC collaborates with safety organizations worldwide such as Transport Canada and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft covers all the major boat systems and the development, and annual review of these standards correlates directly to the significant reduction in the number of boating accidents over the past six decades.
Today, 90% of boats on the water are built to ABYC Standards and over 3,000 technicians are trained and certified by ABYC so that boats are maintained with the highest level of technical expertise.
Only ABYC Members have 24/7 access to the Standards. Not a member? Join today!
ABYC Membership: Beyond Standards
Join ABYC and enter a network of marine industry professionals who prioritize boating safety, excellence, and keeping pace with evolving technology. Your membership showcases a commitment to the highest standards and ongoing education, enhancing your expertise and fortifying customer trust.
Tech Tools and Services for ABYC Members
ABYC’s “Technical Tools” provide members with comprehensive support in applying and documenting the latest compliance requirements throughout design, development, production, and service phases. This resource suite includes programs designed to aid in your business development.
ABYC Certification: A Benchmark in Marine Technical Education
When customers search for top-notch marine technicians, ABYC Certification stands out. Our nationally accredited program hones the skills of individual technicians and elevates the standard of businesses. Ensure your team remains updated and equipped to offer the best services.
ABYC Certification Highlights:
1. Nationally Accredited Program: Recognized as the benchmark in marine technical education.
2. Broad Spectrum of Expertise: Certifications in Marine Systems, Marine Electrical, Diesel Engines, Advanced Marine Electrical, and more.
3. Master Technician Credential: For those seeking the pinnacle of marine service excellence.
Join over 4,500 marine technicians who have stamped their commitment to safety with ABYC’s Certification.
Donate Today!
The ABYC Foundation is committed to advancing safe boating through education, promotion and ongoing support of students seeking training and education in the hopes of entering the marine industry. It is our hope that through efforts like the Jack Hornor and Larry Porche scholarships and the MTAP program, we can assist students in their educational journey and promote the development of the marine industry workforce.
Your donation is 100% tax-deductible and goes directly to class expenses for recipients. And the cherry on top? Many schools will match the scholarship funds for these scholarship recipients.
To donate online, please visit our website, https://abycinc.org/donate. If you prefer to donate by check, kindly send it to the address provided below.
CONTACT ABYC:
The American Boat & Yacht Council
613 Third Street
Annapolis, MD 21403
Phone: 410.990.4460 • Email: info@abycinc.org
ABYC Foundation
613 Third Street
Annapolis, MD 21403
