Requirements for national colours of flags for Australian ships.

The National Law places obligations on maritime operators and other parties to ensure safety of persons and vessels and protection of the marine environment.

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure.

If you have a boat, you may be considering hiring it out for overnight accommodation via an online platform—for example, Airbnb, Beds on Board or Flotespace—whether at a marina berth, or at a mooring.

All domestic commercial vessels under the national law are required to meet design, construction, stability and equipment standards.

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

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Fatigue management on domestic commercial vessels' held on 8 May 2026.

The Vessel Traffic Services Advisory Group (VTSAG) discusses matters relating to Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) in Australia.

As manager of Australia’s National Plan, we have a fixed wing aerial dispersant capability as a key component of Australia’s capacity to respond to oil spills in the marine environment.

This marine notice highlights the importance of ensuring navigation bridge visibility on all vessels sailing in Australian waters. Vessel operators, masters and navigational officers should take note of its content.

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

Being a seafarer can be demanding at the best of times.

The type of EPIRB you need depends on vessel class, length, flotation and operating area.

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.

Do you have a suspicious job offer for work in a maritime industry?