The American Boat & Yacht Council recently published the H-24 Gasoline (Petrol) Fuel Systems standard, introducing new requirements for in-tank fuel pumps and associated fuel hoses. While ABYC typically releases new and revised standards in July, it said this off-cycle release provides manufacturers with immediate guidance to enhance safety and streamline compliance.
The Coast Guard has issued a policy accepting the H-24 standard’s requirements for in-tank fuel pumps as equivalent to federal regulations found in 33 CFR 183.566. This policy permits builders to use in-tank fuel pumps beyond 12 inches from the engine without obtaining an exemption from the Coast Guard. The policy does not require any additional compliance labeling on the boat.
“This standard paves the way for manufacturers to safely solve the challenges associated with supplying gasoline in high-horsepower applications without getting exemptions from the USCG,” Brian Goodwin, ABYC standards and compliance director, said in a statement. “This is a significant step forward for the industry, supporting both efficiency and the highest safety standards.”
