Get Involved in a PTC (Project Technical Committee)

PTC (Project Technical Committee)

Mar 12, 2024

Are you interested in getting more involved in standards development? The ABYC are particularly looking for individuals to join the following committees:

Hull Performance – Engine manufacturer, Specialist service

Hull and Deck Structures – Engine manufacturers, specialist service, consumer

Hull Piping – Engine manufacturers, specialist service, consumer/general interest

Fuel and Ventilation – Boat manufacturers, specialist service, consumer/general interest

Fire Fighting and Detection Systems – Engine manufacturers, specialist service

Navigation Lights and Sound Signals – Insurance/survey, specialist service, consumer/general interest

Thermal Appliance – Boat manufacturers, insurance/survey, consumer/general interest

Control Systems – Engine manufacturer, insurance/survey

Engine and Powertrain – Boat manufacturers, insurance/service, consumer/general interest

Please explore their Get Involved page for more information, or get in touch.

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