In this edition we talk about Lightship declarations and the law, new surveyor accreditation guidance manual part 2 now available and electrical issues able to be identified by non-electrical periodic surveyors.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments.

Fees related to registration on the Australian General Shipping Register and Australian International Shipping Register.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea.

In this edition we provide advice on how to send us large files, what to do if you receive a complaint about a survey, provide guidance on battery safety, and more.

On 21 July 1991 Greek tanker Kirki lost its bow off the coast of Western Australia, resulting in a major pollution incident.

Join our team and be part of a culture built on respect, collaboration, and a shared purpose.

This agreement sets out the plan for how Australia will respond to marine pollution spills in Australian waters.

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Maritime Safety Queensland.

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention for addressing ship sourced pollution.

Lives continue to be lost every year in Australia when people go overboard from vessels, without a lifejacket. The simple truth is lifejackets save lives, but only if they’re worn. It’s time to get on board with lifejacket safety.

Overview of the international and domestic legislation and standards that apply in Australia.

Guidance on crewing of domestic commercial vessels as per Schedule 1 Clause 6 - Appropriate crewing and Clause 8 - Minimum crewing of Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation - national law) 2024. Schedule 1 applies to all vessels other than class 4 vessels.

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

Tests for establishing and verifying vessel stability.

An explosion occurred on a charter fishing vessel whilst berthed. The investigation identified that the ignition source was a lithium-ion battery that was not holding charge connected to a battery charger in a way that bypassed the battery management safety system. The vessel was beyond repair following the explosion.