Certification Bodies
International Marine Certification Institute (IMCI)
IMCI is a European Union based, independent, non-profit organization committed to adding value to worldwide recreational craft industry by assessing compliance of companies, products, services and experts with the highest recognized standards of quality and safety. IMCI's major focus is assessment to European Directives using ISO Standards for CE Certification.
Please also visit IMCI at www.imci.org
Japan Craft Inspection Organization (JCI)
JCI provides craft safety inspections and registration based on the Japanese Craft Registration Law to protect the interests of boat owners and facilitate sound marine leisure activities. For more information, visit JCI on line.
Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
UL is the trusted resource across the globe for product safety certification and compliance solutions. Benefiting a range of customers — from manufacturers and consumers to regulatory bodies and code officials — we’ve tested products for public safety for more than a century. For more information: www.ul.com
Standards
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
ISO is a network of the national standards institutes of 163 countries, one member per country, with a Central Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland. ISO International Standards ensure that products and services are safe, reliable and of good quality. For business, they are strategic tools that reduce costs by minimizing waste and errors and increasing productivity. They help companies to access new markets, level the playing field for developing countries and facilitate free and fair global trade. Visit: www.iso.org
American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC)
ABYC researches, develops, reviews and publishes manufacturing and service standards for the boating industry and oversees a comprehensive education program which includes seminars, workshops, Marine Technician Certification program, and standards accreditation. Learn more at: www.abycinc.org
National Marine Safety Committee – Australia
NMSC is an intergovernmental committee that is charged with achieving national uniform marine safety practices in Australia. The NMSC publishes boating safety standards for both recreational and commercial crafts.
To learn about additional international marine industry certification bodies and organizations, please visit the IMCI website.
For questions on North American Certification, please contact:
Scott Berry at [email protected]