NASBLA & SAFE Boats International Announce Mission Partnership to Advance Maritime Public Safety Training
Lexington, KY & Bremerton, WA – [Sept. 30, 2025] – The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and SAFE Boats International, a 100% employee-owned American boatbuilder, today announced a partnership designating SAFE Boats as the exclusive boatbuilding Mission Partner for NASBLA’s Boat Operations and Training (BOAT) Program.
This partnership will expand the resources, visibility, and support for the thousands of officers, first responders, and emergency professionals who rely on BOAT Program training to serve and protect America’s waterways.
For more than 15 years, NASBLA’s BOAT Program has defined the national standard in maritime law enforcement and emergency response training, equipping more than 40,000 professionals to perform their missions safely and effectively. The partnership with SAFE Boats will ensure front-line personnel continue to have access to enhanced training opportunities, recognition programs, and the latest insights into the tools and platforms that support their work.
“This partnership is a significant step forward in our mission to standardize and elevate maritime public safety training nationwide,” said Courtney Livingston, Director of NASBLA’s BOAT Program. “SAFE Boats’ commitment to excellence and innovation aligns closely with the values of the BOAT Program. Together, we are ensuring that maritime responders across the country have access not only to the best tools but also to the best training to meet the demands of their critical roles.”
“This partnership is about investing in the people who safeguard our communities on the water,” said Rob Goley, SAFE Boats International Business Development & Strategy Director. “By supporting NASBLA’s BOAT Program, we help ensure that officers and responders nationwide have the training and resources they need to return home safely after every mission.”
The partnership officially began September 1, 2025, and was highlighted at the NASBLA Annual Conference, held September 16–18 in Des Moines, Iowa, where officers, instructors, and maritime professionals from across the country gathered to learn, train, and collaborate.
About NASBLA & The BOAT Program
The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) is a nonprofit organization that develops public policy for recreational boating safety and represents the boating law administrators of all states and U.S. territories. NASBLA’s Boat Operations and Training (BOAT) Program was established to set a national standard for the training, qualification, and credentialing of maritime law enforcement officers and emergency responders. Recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard as the singular National Standard in maritime first responder training, the BOAT Program has trained more than 40,000 professionals since its inception. It continues to help agencies nationwide improve interoperability, enhance mission readiness, and ensure safer operations on the water.
About SAFE Boats International
SAFE Boats International is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance aluminum boats for military, law enforcement, fire and rescue, and other first-responder and commercial applications. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Bremerton, Washington, SAFE Boats proudly builds all of its vessels in the USA using American craftsmanship, materials, and innovation. The company is 100% employee-owned — meaning every boat is backed by a team personally invested in its quality, performance, and reliability. Trusted by professional mariners around the world, SAFE Boats’ vessels are known for their durability, speed, and reliability in the most demanding conditions. With more than 2,500 boats in service globally, SAFE Boats continues to set the standard for mission-ready platforms that help protect life, ensure security, and safeguard freedom on the water. For more information, visit www.safeboats.com.