We are responsible for responding to marine oil spills and supporting the National Plan for Maritime Emergency partners in doing the same within their jurisdictions.

The oil spill from the Oceanic Grandeur in Torres Strait in March 1970 highlighted Australia’s lack of preparedness at the time to deal with a major oil spill in the marine environment.

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

We are seeking your feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 47 (Offshore Industry Units).

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

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.

Reminding those who own, operate or are on board Australian ships, about offences under Australian sanction laws. The information has been prepared by the Australian Sanctions Office.

Our latest statement about data submitted to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

The cargo ship Pacific Adventurer lost upwards of 270 tonnes of heavy fuel oil when holed on its port side while en route to Brisbane from Newcastle.

During the COVID-19 pandemic many seafarers have played an essential role.

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints—Great Barrier Reef—Inner route north as well as alternative routes.

Rules and conditions for vessels declared to not be regulated Australian vessels.

Find out about the search and rescue incidents we attended between July 2019 and June 2020

Domestic commercial fishing vessels may transit between the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) around Norfolk island and the Australian mainland.