Aug 19, 2025 Course meets 2x per week (via Zoom) from 1pm – 4pm EST on Tuesdays & Thursdays Become a Certified Marina Manager (CMM)/Certified Marina Operator (CMO)! This course is AMI Training Institute’s most popular course which focuses on marina operations, policies, and procedures. The IMM Course has been designed with a balance of…
Aug 19, 2025 August 20, 1:00pm–2:00pm (EDT), OnlineGet an insider look at the latest advancements in marine HVAC technology and innovation. Join us for our upcoming educational webinar, FREE for ABYC members, next Wednesday, August 20th, at 1:00 PM EDT. Justin Celauro, Product Manager at Dometic, will showcase the latest technologies and how Dometic has incorporated them into its newest products. He’ll also explain how their…
Aug 12, 2025 The Marine Service Manager Certificate Training has been designed by our industry for our industry, with topics that are relevant and specific to the work of Marine Service Managers. Delivered by experienced professionals in the field, with mentorship from Subject Matter Experts in law/contract, insurance, safety, human resources, environmental protection and finance. The 6 days of workshops…
Aug 12, 2025 20% Ends Thursday, August 21 – code SUMMER20 Advanced Marine Electrical Certification The ABYC is having another limited-time flash sale! Save on the on-demand Advanced Marine Electrical Certification course until Thursday, August 21. As the electrical and electronics systems on recreational vessels become more and more complex, electrical technicians must advance their knowledge base to keep pace with them. Click here to elevate your credentials and distinguish yourself…
Aug 5, 2025 September 2-25, 2025 Course meets 2x per week (via Zoom) from 1pm – 4pm EST on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 4 weeks https://marinaassociation.org/trainingcourses Become a Certified Marina Manager (CMM)/Certified Marina Operator (CMO)! The Intermediate Marina Management (IMM) course is AMI Training Institute’s most popular course which focuses on marina operations, policies, and procedures. This…
Aug 5, 2025 Join Mike Bonicker, ABYC Lead Instructor, for the pre-conference session on October 6 in Tampa, FL! The ABYC Marine Standards Certification is a fast-paced, one-day course, consisting of a self-study (e-learning component provided in advance), classroom review, and exam. Earn your next certification while saving time and money! Registration for this course is through IBEX. Learn more about this…
July 29, 2025 Meet the team powering Gemeco’s 2025 Technical Training–decades of marine electronics expertise in one room. Registration Now Open to the Marine Trade for Hands-on Training from Top Brands Gemeco Marine Electronics Specialists, a leading wholesale distributor of marine electronics and accessories, is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated Technical Training Event,…
July 29, 2025 The American Boat Builders and Repairers Associations (ABBRA) will hold its Virtual Marine Service Manager (MSM) Course in November 2025. Attendees of this four-week course participate in six educational sessions on topics critical to running a successful service management department—effective leadership, human resource development, maritime law and more. The course is taught—both live…
July 22, 2025 Running August 5-26, 2025 – Virtual Basic Marina Management Course. The Course meets 2x per week (via Zoom) from 1pm – 4pm EST on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 4 weeks. This course is designed for individuals looking to get into marina management or managers and owners with early or limited experience in…
July 8, 2025 Hello everyone! Quadrant Marine Institute sends our thanks again, to BoatingBC for sponsoring the Marine Service Industry Bursary. If you need financial assistance to pay for training, the deadline for the Marine Service Industry Bursary is just a month away! Make sure to apply before July 31, 2025, (Wednesday) using the link below: https://www.quadrantmarine.com/mst-bursary-form Your training…
July 1, 2025 CanBoat’s six new mini-courses are now live! For new boaters or simply for those looking to boost their confidence for the summer, these short, practical courses are designed to help our community build real-world skills. 6 Must-Have Topics Every Boater Should Master LEARN MORE HERE From docking to tides to emergencies —…
July 1, 2025 The 2025–2026 Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft, Supplement 65, (ABYC’s “Big Blue Book”) is almost here! This supplement has new changes and updates to 17 standards and technical information reports, including E–11 and E–13. Some top changes include: • E–11, AC & DC Electrical Systems on Boats • Isolated DC systems • Solid state overcurrent protection …
June 10, 2025 The Larry Porche Blue Horizon Fund supports the next generation of marine technicians The Larry Porche Blue Horizon Scholarship Fund, in partnership with the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) Foundation, has awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Bridget Fink of North Canton, Ohio, to support her pursuit of a career in the marine industry. Fink…
June 3, 2025 In their recent email communication, the ABYC opened the door to volunteers to join some of their Project Technical Committees. Are you interested in getting more involved in standards development? ABYC is looking for individuals to join the following committees: Hull Performance – Engine manufacturer, specialist serviceHull and Deck Structures – Engine manufacturer, specialist service, consumerHull Piping –…
June 3, 2025 This past May 14th to the 17th, 2025, Canet-en-Roussillon was abuzz with activity for the third Excess Campus, an annual event designed to support Excess owners in their new cruising life. Designed as an interlude for both technical skill building and community support, Excess Campus brought together some thirty participants from locations around the world for a taste…
Built a century ago, the Junior Club building is still on site May 27, 2025 This summer, The Royal Canadian Yacht Club is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its Junior Club. The RCYC was established in 1852 on Toronto Island and the Junior Club in 1925. Since its founding a century ago, the Junior Club has…
May 20, 2025 Five years ago, a global pandemic shifted Quadrant’s entire training model. Classes, quizzes, and exams all moved online, and students from Nanaimo, Vancouver, and Sidney all fused into one mega class while the world adjusted. Then in 2021 a new crop of fresh-faced level 1’s began their classes. For the first time ever,…
May 6, 2025 Become a Certified Marina Manager (CMM)/Certified Marina Operator (CMO)! The Intermediate Marina Management (IMM) course is AMI Training Institute’s most popular course which focuses on marina operations, policies, and procedures. This course has been designed with the right balance of relevant management topics presented by leaders in their industry coupled with valuable facilitated…
May 6, 2025 While butter and beer prices are going up, the cost of ABYC doesn’t have to. We know things have gotten pricier with the Canadian-U.S. exchange rate hovering around 1.40, but we want our northern neighbors to know how much we appreciate you. To make sure your ABYC membership and education remain within easy reach, we’re offering…
Apr 15, 2025 Register now for Gasoline Fuel Systems – Evolution and Compliance! On May 7, 1:00pm–3:00pm (ET), Online. This is the eighth, free online event in the USCG/ABYC Risk Mitigation Series and it is for anyone in the boat and equipment manufacturing industry eager to remain on top of the latest requirements. On May 7, 2025, join the U.S. Coast Guard, the…