ABYC’s Standards Week Kicks Off

By MDA Staff Published on January 8, 2024

The American Boat & Yacht Council, a nonprofit organization responsible for developing safety standards in boat design, construction, maintenance, and repair, has launched its annual Standards Week in Annapolis. Running from January 7 to 11, the event offers participants a chance to contribute to the revision and creation of new standards.

Standards Week is dedicated to daily Project Technical Committee (PTC) meetings to discuss updates to Supplement 64 for Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft , set for publication in July 2024.

“Standards Week is vital for shaping the future of boating safety,” said Brian Goodwin, ABYC technical director. “The annual event brings together diverse insights, ensuring our standards meet current challenges and anticipate future needs.”

Below is a list of PTC’s conducting meetings during 2024 Standards Week:

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