Certifying Authority Conference & Training Day

Join us for a comprehensive and engaging Certifying Authority Training Day hosted by the YDSA—designed for professionals looking to stay up to date with the latest standards, best practices, and regulatory developments in the marine industry.

Held at the modern and conveniently located Novotel Southampton (Combo Novotel–Ibis), this one-day event offers a valuable opportunity to enhance your knowledge, connect with peers, and strengthen your professional expertise

What You’ll Learn

Our expert-led sessions will cover a wide range of essential topics, including:

WB3 and Sport or Pleasure Updates
Stay informed on the latest changes and how they impact certification and compliance.
Safety Management Systems
Understand effective frameworks for maintaining safety standards across vessels and operations.
Risk Assessments
Learn practical approaches to identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks.
Fire Extinguishers
Gain insight into correct selection, maintenance, and onboard compliance.
Life Rafts
Review requirements, servicing standards, and best practices for emergency preparedness.
And More…
Additional updates and discussions tailored to current industry needs.

Location

Combo Novotel- Ibis Southampton
1 West Quay Road
Southampton
SO15 1RA

he course covers the key stages of inland brokerage - from listing, documentation and client handling through to Boat Safety Scheme considerations, VAT, Marine Law, RCD/RCR, surveys, finance, marketing and completion.

Best suited for: inland brokers, marina-based sales teams and businesses working with inland craft.

The course also includes a sociable networking dinner (included in price).

ABYA & British Marine Members £645.00
Non Members £900.00

For full course details, speaker information and what to expect across the two days, please visit the Practical Inland Brokers Course landing page.

Any questions please contact: events@ybdsa.co.uk

05 Nov 2026

Northern Forum

The YDSA Northern Forums are held twice a year, on the first Thursday in March and the first Thursday in November.

The meet usually takes place in the North East and topics cover all aspects of surveying and boats. Each meet is themed and speakers are arranged to present and discuss based on the theme. Recent themes have included:

Electric marine propulsion and battery systems
Small Craft LPG systems and ventilation
Safe working practice
The Boat Safety Scheme, past present and future

The Northern Forum is open to Members and Non-Members alike.

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09 - 10 Nov 2026

Practical Yacht Brokers Course

The Practical Yacht Brokers Course is a two-day professional development course designed to help yacht brokers build the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to succeed.

Delivered by ABYA and British Marine, the course covers every stage of the brokerage process - from listing, documentation and client handling through to VAT, insurance, Marine Law, RCD/RCR, surveys, finance, marketing and completion.

Best suited for: yacht brokers, marine sales professionals and businesses working with sail and power boats.

The course also includes a sociable networking dinner (included in price).

ABYA & British Marine Members £645.00
Non Members £900.00

For full course details, speaker information and what to expect across the two days, please visit the Practical Yacht Brokers Course landing page.

Any questions please contact: events@ybdsa.co.uk

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