The technologies which support our search and rescue (SAR) response.

A particularly sensitive sea area (PSSA) is given special protection because of its vulnerability to damage from international shipping activities.

Preventing and suppressing acts of piracy and armed robbery against ships.

The use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) on board ships contributes significantly to the safety of navigation.

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.

Operators and crew of these types of operations face unique safety challenges and risk.

A training organisation must apply to be accredited to provide approved VTS training.

On 21 May 1990 an extensive oil slick was sighted approximately four nautical miles south-east of Cape Otway by the pilot of a light aircraft. The Australian-flagged tanker Arthur Phillip was later established as the source of the spill.

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Get your Master or deck certificate of competency revalidated before it expires.

Guidance on the installation, testing and correct operation of oil filtering equipment (oily water separators) to support compliance with resolution MEPC.107(49) under MARPOL Annex I Regulation 14.

A passenger vessel collided with an unseen rock, resulting in the injury of a passenger. The master navigated the vessel into unfamiliar waters that was not a normal or planned part of the passenger tour experience, and not authorised by the tour company. Owners and operators should ensure masters continue to conform to the planned or authorised route for the services they offer.

All domestic commercial vessels must have a certificate of survey unless exempt.

We charge fees for evaluating and approving courses that are delivered by Registered training organisations.

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.

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

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Maritime Organization (IMO).