The North-East Shipping Management Plan identifies actions based on information about the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region as well as the experience and knowledge of members of the North-East Water Space Management Working Group (NE WSM WG).

There is increasing use of remotely operated and autonomous technology in Australia and worldwide across a range of fields.

Generic equivalent solutions (GES) support national standards by allowing the use of new technology and other solutions.

We want everyone to be able to access and use our websites.

We work with a range of stakeholders on education and safety in the Torres Strait.

Explore key trends and safety insights from reported incidents in our annual reports.

A marine notice provides important safety related information, general guidance and details about upcoming changes to legislation to the shipping and maritime community.

Read a summary of results from the mid-2024 consultation on Marine Order 11 and download a copy of the full report.

We will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on float-free EPIRB requirements on domestic commercial vessels over the period 1 February to 30 April 2021.

Our structure gives you an idea of which area can help you when you get in touch.

All domestic commercial vessels are required to have a national law certificate of survey—unless an exemption applies.

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

In 2023, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted a revised strategy on reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from ships.

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Learn how non-shipborne AIS units are managed and find out what’s required to apply to operate a base station or AtoN in Australia.

We have conducted these inspection campaigns in the past, focusing on specific deficiencies and outcomes.