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Marine Technology & Sustainable Marine Fuels featured at the American Boating Congress

by National Marine Manufacturers Association 16 May 13:15 BST
American Boating Congress (ABC) © National Marine Manufacturers Association

This week, leaders from across the recreational boating industry came together at the 2025 American Boating Congress (ABC) in Washington, D.C. During the event, NMMA and its members hosted an American Recreational Boating Technology Demo at the Washington Marina with Congressional staff and administration officials.

Speakers highlighted the need to prioritize the development and distribution of sustainable marine fuels; partnering with governments and the global industry to establish marine EV standards and consumer safety protocols; and expanding R&D investments to improve marine biofuels and e-fuels development, hydrogen research and battery density, among other things.

These efforts are a key part of the Propelling Our Future global industry-wide initiative to ensure the long-term resilience of the recreational boating industry and advance the development of innovative technologies.

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