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

Our latest statement about data submitted to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

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.

The Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) is a mandatory measure that promotes the use of energy efficient (less polluting) equipment and engines on new build ships.

There are mandatory minimum requirements for your certificates under the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW).

Navigational maritime safety information (MSI) for NAVAREA X and Australian coastal areas is issued by the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) Australia. Navigational warnings are current for the time indicated and can be updated by refreshing the webpage.

IMO performance standards require back-up arrangements to be in place in case of ECDIS failure.

Learn how to manage your garbage on a domestic commercial vessel (DCV).

You can use some STCW certificates in place of equivalent near coastal certificates to work on a domestic commercial vessel.

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

Outlines the dangers of using weighted heaving lines when transferring mooring lines to tugs and shore linespersons

The following vessels are our declared off-shore industry vessels and trading vessels that work in inland and near coastal waters.

You can prepare in case your ship is inspected during a visit to an Australian port.

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

Information for ship owners and operators about the application of the Bunkers Convention in Australia.

Download a copy of the requirements for each near coastal certificate.

These fees are for certificates of competency, certificates of operation, certificates of survey, the surveyor accreditation scheme, and National Law exemptions.

Domestic commercial fishing vessels may transit between the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) around Norfolk island and the Australian mainland.