The ABYC, Coast Guard Announce Webinar

Risk Mitigation Series session on nav lights and battery systems will be on Nov. 5 for marine industry professionals.

By David Conway

October 6, 2026

The Coast Guard and the American Boat & Yacht Council will bring industry experts together to share safety requirements and best practices for navigation lights and battery systems during the 11th edition of the Risk Mitigation Series.

“Enlightening the Industry on Lights and Batteries” will take place Nov. 5 from 1 to 3 p.m. (ET).

“The Risk Mitigation Series is a free online event dedicated to improving safety in recreational boat design and construction,” ABYC stated in a press release. “This session will be recorded for later viewing, and attendees will earn two continuing education units.”

Manufacturers, compliance professionals and others across the marine industry can register for the free webinar here.

Past session recordings can be accessed here.

David Conway

Senior editor David Conway has been writing about news and issues in the recreational marine industry for more than 20 years. He is the author of Fishing Key West & the Lower Keys and is also a contributor to Saltwater Sportsman, a Firecrown title.