BoatU.S. was proud to sponsor and participate in the 2024 Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association (AIWA) Annual Meeting, held November 19–21 in Charleston, South Carolina. This event brought together key stakeholders and advocates to discuss the future of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AIWW), a vital corridor for recreational and commercial boating.

The event emphasized the importance of maintaining and modernizing the AIWW to ensure safe navigation, support local economies, and protect the waterway’s environmental integrity. Sessions covered topics such as infrastructure funding, coastal resilience, and partnerships between federal, state, and local agencies.

BoatU.S. representatives contributed insights on how the waterway benefits recreational boaters and highlighted the ongoing need for federal investments in dredging and maintenance. As a longtime advocate for boater access and safety, BoatU.S. used this platform to strengthen alliances with other stakeholders and amplify the voice of recreational boating in policy discussions.

Sponsoring this event underscores our commitment to preserving and enhancing the AIWW for generations of boaters to come. As we continue working alongside the AIWA and other partners, we remain steadfast in our mission to protect the waterways that make boating such a treasured pastime.