Outstanding Technician Awards Nomination Deadline Approaching

Nominations for the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC)'s  2024 Outstanding Technician Awards are open through April 8. The Awards are a feature of International Marine Service Technician Week, April 22-26, honoring marine technicians and recognizing their essential contribution to maintaining the safety, reliability, and enjoyment of boating.

The awards, sponsored by Yamaha, aim to honor 10 exceptional technicians with a $100 Visa gift card, a technician prize pack, and features on ABYC’s social media platforms. Entries can be submitted at www.abycinc.org/outstandingtech2024. The nomination period closes on April 8.

The winners will be unveiled April 25.  

The schedule includes:

  • Monday, April 22: Celebrating Master Technicians
  • Tuesday, April 23: Highlighting Marine Service Programs and Schools
  • Wednesday, April 24: Recognizing Female Technicians
  • Thursday, April 25: Announcing Outstanding Technician Winners
  • Friday, April 26: Focusing on the Future: Aspiring Technicians and Educators

For participation ideas in International Marine Service Technician Week and to view past examples, visit www.abycinc.org/thankyoutechs. Follow the hashtags #MarineServiceTechWeek and #ThankYouMarineTechs on social media for updates and to join the celebration.