From 6 to 9 August 2018 Newcastle hosted the 27th professional development workshop of the National Plan Environment, Scientific and Technical (ES&T) Network.

These are the deficiencies for MARPOL that our inspectors have found.

Read about the changes we have made to the NSCV since 2020.

This marine notice draws attention to the importance of providing shore leave to seafarers, for ships visiting Australian ports.

Find safety equipment guides for non-survey vessels based on class and type of operation.

The benefits and eligibility requirements of registration on the Australian international shipping register (AISR).

A passenger ferry was returning from its scheduled service when an unanticipated wave raised its stern and caused its bow to dive under the water. Water rushed over the bow and a significant amount came through the forward portside access door and into the passenger compartment. The master immediately reduced speed, which expelled most of the water overboard. The forward portside access door had been left open by a crew member who was attempting to alleviate sea sickness among some passengers. The action of leaving the door open during the voyage was contrary to the vessel’s survey requirements. Signage requiring the door to be kept closed when underway was reportedly not seen by crew members. This resulted in water entering the vessel creating a potentially unsafe situation.

If you have been issued with an infringement notice, you have 28 days to pay the infringement penalty or contact us about your payment options.

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

A contractor working on a vessel fell into the water whilst disembarking due to the gap between the wharf and the vessel.  A safe means of access to the vessel was not provided.

Electronic visual distress signals are not a substitute for conventional pyrotechnic flares.

Ships registered on the Australian general shipping register have Australian nationality.

Dynamic separation can cause your vessel to become unbalanced and tip over. Find out how you can avoid this happening.

A master or owner of a vessel may apply for an exemption from the requirement to navigate a vessel with a licensed pilot in a compulsory pilotage area

On 1 October 1973, the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) came into operation.

Recent public consultations which are now closed.