2026 Engineering Compliance Seminar (2028 Model Year)
The National Marine Manufacturers Association Certification team is pleased to announce that the 2026 Annual Compliance Seminar will be held December 8–10, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza in downtown Knoxville, TN.
The Annual Compliance Seminar brings together marine industry professionals, manufacturers, inspectors, engineers, and compliance personnel for three days of collaboration, education, and discussion on the latest recreational boating safety standards. Attendees can expect updates on industry standards, certification requirements, regulatory initiatives, inspection processes, and emerging safety topics affecting the recreational boating industry.
The seminar also provides valuable opportunities for networking and open dialogue between manufacturers, certification personnel, and industry stakeholders, helping support continued improvements in product safety, compliance, and consumer confidence across the marine industry.
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Registration Cost:
Member: $1,000
Non-member: $1,250
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Bonus Presentations:
What’s Included?
- Comprehensive review of new and revised ABYC standards
- USCG, ABYC, CE, and Transport Canada regulatory updates
- Practical guidance on common compliance failures and inspection findings
- Direct access to NMMA engineering and certification experts
- Compliance strategies that help reduce liability exposure and warranty risk
- Updated ABYC Supplement included with registration
- Networking with industry peers, suppliers, and technical leaders
- Insights into upcoming regulatory and environmental initiatives
- Best practices for improving manufacturing consistency and documentation
- Tools and resources to help prepare for the upcoming model year
For questions regarding Engineering Standards or the Compliance Seminar, please contact:
Lucyna Koscielniak
Sr. Certification Coordinator
[email protected]
312.946.6214