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Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Transport for NSW Service.

We provide a search and rescue (SAR) service for Australia. This allows us to quickly deploy a SAR response for anyone in distress.

The 274th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, in Fremantle, Western Australia.

Get the latest insights from vessel inspections including detentions, common safety risks and compliance performance. 

Our Board is appointed by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

The establishment of Australia's search and rescue (SAR) response system.

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This marine notice advises ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).

Find out how we use, assess and govern AI responsibly. This statement aligns with the Digital Transformation Agency’s (DTA) Policy for the responsible use of AI in government.

Mohammed Taslim is passionate about marine education in the Pacific and has his sights set on promoting e-learning study for seafarers in Fiji in the not-too-distant future.

Recent public consultations which are now closed.

There are few exceptions to the prohibition of garbage discharge under MARPOL. Breaches can result in significant penalties.

This marine notice informs shipowners, operators, masters and bridge watchkeepers of the availability of maritime safety information when navigating through NAVAREA X and METAREA X.

The 272nd meeting of the Board was held on Tuesday, 8 April 2025 in Melbourne, VIC.

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.