We are responsible for handling health and safety issues for personnel on prescribed ships that are engaged in trade or commerce on international and domestic voyages.

We celebrated Hulita Lamasialeva Fa’anunu’s achievements on World Maritime Day last year. She embodied the 2019 theme—empowering women in the maritime community.

Advisory note for the offshore petroleum industry on environmental plans and oil pollution emergency plans.

If you have a boat, you may be considering hiring it out for overnight accommodation via an online platform—for example, Airbnb, Beds on Board or Flotespace—whether at a marina berth, or at a mooring.

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.

We represent Australia in international organisations on maritime, aviation and search and rescue issues.

We are motivated by our mission and vision.

The Pacific Quest was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture from a ship into the sea near Border Island, Queensland on 25 December 2002.

Australia’s first recorded major oil spill occurred on Saturday 28 November 1903 in Port Phillip Bay.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

Proof of identity is required when applying for a certificate of competency or seafarer’s service book.

Highlights the importance of maintaining rescue boats in good working order ready for immediate use

We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

There are a range of chemical tools which can reduce the harmful effects of an oil spill.

This program of regulatory activities was completed during the 2017–2018 financial year.

All vessels involved in a marine incident in Australian waters need to make a report.

If you are looking to purchase a vessel and would like to know the current ownership details or you need detailed information on a registered ship, a title extract will provide this information.

Our 24/7 centre responds to search and rescue (SAR) incidents throughout Australia.

Report of the Incident Analysis team into the response by the National Plan to Combat Pollution of the Sea by Oil and Other Noxious and hazardous Substances, to the Montara Wellhead Platform incident, March 2010.

Get your Master or deck certificate of competency revalidated before it expires.