Why you need a maritime mobile service identity (MMSI), and how to apply for one.

The Sanko Harvest struck a reef off Esperance, Western Australia on 14 February 1991, and broke up over the next fortnight.

We are Australia’s national maritime safety regulator for domestic commercial vessels that operate within Australian waters.

This guidance assists the offshore oil and gas industry in understanding the intent of marine order 47 (Offshore industry units), made under the Navigation Act 2012.

This safety alert aims to raise awareness of the risk involved with getting on and off domestic commercial vessels.

Read a summary of results from the consultation on Exemption 24 - Marine Safety (Emergency service vessels) and download a copy of the full report.

This safety alert draws the attention of vessel operators to the importance of planned maintenance in ensuring safe operation of domestic commercial vessels.

You must read and agree to this policy and rules of conduct before booking your exam.

Use the My Boat online system to understand and comply with safety requirements, legislation and standards for your domestic commercial vessel.

In 2024, a range of vessel stability issues caused a trawler to roll over. The master had not followed the vessel’s stability book properly. The investigation also found that the stability book didn’t meet relevant standards.

A guide for domestic commercial vessels

A 7.5m punt (flat bottomed vessel) used for aquaculture operations contacted a marina at speed, injuring 4 people onboard.

Details about the Registered training organisation delivered revalidation courses for Masters, Deck and Engineer officers.

On 21 May 1990 an extensive oil slick was sighted approximately four nautical miles south-east of Cape Otway by the pilot of a light aircraft. The Australian-flagged tanker Arthur Phillip was later established as the source of the spill.

Find out what the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) covers and how it's implemented in Australia.

Look out for marine fauna and report any collisions.

Monitoring an oil spill is necessary to address concerns raised about its effects and the impact of the associated cleanup response.

A charter fishing vessel proceeding to a fishing spot began experiencing progressively worsening weather conditions and water ingress. Despite the owner’s warning prior to departure and passenger complaints, the master continued to the fishing destination. Strong winds and waves hampered anchoring, with water accumulating on deck through the transom door to the point of flooding. The vessel’s EPIRB was deployed, and a rescue helicopter attended, winching the master and passengers to safety.