It’s important to maintain your lifejacket according to the manufacturer’s instructions so it works when you need it.

DCV Safety Alert: 1/2021 aims to raise awareness of recommendations made by the United States, National Transportation Safety Board, following the investigation into the fire and subsequent loss of the passenger vessel Conception.

Common questions about the National Standard for Commercial Vessels, Part C–Design and construction, Section 2, Watertight and weathertight integrity.

This information is to draw the attention of ship owners and operators to the ongoing prohibition of asbestos on ships, noting that Australian law requires operators to take all reasonable steps to protect the health and safety of employees and contractors while at work.

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

This consultation feedback report is based on submissions to us via an online form and Facebook.

In this edition we explain about National Law audits,

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

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in New South Wales.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

Resources and advice on how to prepare for your oral exam.

This marine notice highlights the need for shipowners, operators, masters and crews to ensure safe working arrangements are in place for any work involving height and the risk of falling.

Alerts the maritime industry to findings of two recent accident investigations conducted by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau and the New Zealand Transport Accident Investigation Commission.

We make a range of information available for public access. You can also formally request access to documents we hold under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act).

Find out how you obtain your unique vessel identifier and how to display it correctly.

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

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Changes to safety management systems requirements' held 19 March 2025.

Recent public consultations which are now closed.