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Nov 14, 2022

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Tinned Wire
Tinned wire seems to look pretty much the same as other wire run throughout a boat, so what’s the difference between tinned and un-tinned and is it required on boats? Let ABYC Lead Instructor Mike Bonicker make it easy for you in this quick discussion.

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Double Hose Clamps
One of the most common misconceptions in ABYC standards is when double hose clamps are required. Hear it first hand from ABYC’s former Education VP Ed Sherman as he discusses the nuances of when more than one hose clamp is required on piping within the boat.

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Questions? Call 410-990-4460 or email education@abycinc.org

Recreational Marine Industry Applauds Removal of the Luxury Tax on Boats in Budget 2025

OTTAWA (November 4, 2025)—Canada’s boating industry applauds Budget 2025’s commitment to remove the devastating luxury tax on boats, a failed tax policy that unfairly punished Canadian manufacturers and workers. When the luxury tax was first implemented in September 2022, Canada’s marine industry leaders were quick to point out the impending losses of middle-class jobs, government tax revenues and sales declines.

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Changing Scene

Mercury Marine and Saxdor Yachts Announce Next Exclusive 5-Year Supply Agreement

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Mercury Marine Announces New 5-Year Exclusive Supply Agreement with Axopar Boats

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Nimbus Group Strengthens Commercial Focus by Introduction of CCO Role and New Management Structure

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Protector Boats Expands Global Footprint with Launch of Protector Boats Canada

December 8, 2025
Enter the 2026 Miami Innovation Awards Now!

December 8, 2025
Amazing Ideas Promise a Bright Future

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Just Launched

Two French Icons and a World Premiere at The Paris Nautic Show: New Beneteau Gran Turismo 50 Alpine Limited Edition

At the Paris Nautic Show, BENETEAU and Alpine are bringing together two worlds steeped in French expertise by unveiling the Gran Turismo 50 Alpine limited edition for the first time, alongside the all-new Alpine A390.

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RAILBLAZA AnchorPoint Phone Holder Ensures Device Safety on the Water

RAILBLAZA, manufacturer of premium quality, user-friendly electronics, fishing and boating mounting systems and accessories, has announced the launch of its AnchorPoint Phone Holder, an adventure-ready mobile device holder built for the harshest environments.

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