Certified boat programs provide buyers with piece of mind and help reduce the worry associated with any investment. Certified new boats are built to a set of specific standards designed ensure maximum safety, product reliability and performance. Several Certified Boat programs exist today and we encourage you to read more about them.



Buy Smart, Buy Certified

NMMA Certification is a program designed to help boat manufacturers comply with industry safety and construction standards and all federal regulations.

NMMA Certified boats undergo third-party inspection to ensure all applicable standards are met; the result is a safer boat for you and your passengers.

The NMMA Certification program covers over 30 categories of standards, which vary by boat type and may include:

  • Fuel systems
  • Ventilation
  • Passenger and weight capacity (on boats under 26')
  • Horsepower Capacity (on boats under 20')
  • Flotation (on boats under 20')
  • Electrical systems
  • Navigation lights
  • Warning label placement and guidelines
  • Steering systems


Learn More
Click here for a list of NMMA Certified builders.






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