The Maritine Agencies Forum (MAF) provides a forum for collaboration on maritime safety and other issues.

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

The global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) connects you to coast stations and vessels via satellite and radio communications when you're out at sea.

Find safety equipment guides for class 1, 2 and 3 vessels that hold a certificate of survey.

In this edition, we talk about how Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual 2 consultation closed, shaft surveys explained and some frequently asked questions related to AMS audits

Operators of Regulated Australian Vessels (RAV) and Foreign Vessels, as well as the shippers of livestock, have obligations when loading and transporting livestock from Australia.

How to get a engineering qualifications recognized if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) seaman officer.

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

A passenger ferry was returning from its scheduled service when an unanticipated wave raised its stern and caused its bow to dive under the water. Water rushed over the bow and a significant amount came through the forward portside access door and into the passenger compartment. The master immediately reduced speed, which expelled most of the water overboard. The forward portside access door had been left open by a crew member who was attempting to alleviate sea sickness among some passengers. The action of leaving the door open during the voyage was contrary to the vessel’s survey requirements. Signage requiring the door to be kept closed when underway was reportedly not seen by crew members. This resulted in water entering the vessel creating a potentially unsafe situation.

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

The FOI disclosure list describes the documents disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act, and the date of disclosure.

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints for the Great Barrier Reef—Hydrographers passage.

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

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.