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September 9, 2025

Here’s what ABYC will be up to during IBEX from October 6–9.

IBEX is just a month away! Join ABYC in Tampa, FL, for the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) October 6–9 for a pre-conference ABYC Standards Certification course, educational seminars, and Career Day with students from local Florida schools.
 
Stop by our booth 3-2228 to say hello to the ABYC crew, talk to our Standards & Compliance team, and take advantage of our special offers!
 
Pre-Conference Standards Certification
Save time and money with this in-person opportunity
Time is running out to get certified at IBEX… only one week left to register! Don’t miss out on the pre-conference ABYC Marine Standards Certification session on October 6.
 
Led by ABYC Lead Instructor Mike Bonicker, this session is a fast-paced, one-day course, consisting of a self-study (e-learning component provided in advance), classroom review, and then exam. Registration for this course is through IBEX.


 
ABYC Education at IBEX
Don’t miss these ABYC seminars during the show!
Tuesday, October 7
11 AM—12:30 PM: The Latest in Digital Switching: Where ABYC and NMEA Meet
 
Wednesday, October 8
8:30 AM—10 AM: Global Compliance Requirements for 2027 Model Year Boats
 
11 AM—12:30 PM: Lithium-Ion Batteries: Building Safe and Reliable Marine Energy Systems
 
2 PM—3:30 PM: ABYC’s E-11 2025: What’s Going On in Boat Electrical Systems
 
2 PM—3:30 PM: You Can Be Sued, Here’s How To Protect Yourself
 
Thursday, October 9
11 AM—12:30 PM: Technical Schools and Your Next Hire

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