The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is working to reduce the loss and discharge of fishing gear into the sea.

We want to know what you think about safety and emergency arrangements.

It is mandatory under Australian law for certain vessels and fixed or floating platforms to carry a garbage management plan, display placards and maintain a garbage record book.

We are conducting a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on vessel adventure rides and experiences from October 2023 - March 2024.

The Sanko Harvest struck a reef off Esperance, Western Australia on 14 February 1991, and broke up over the next fortnight.

There are few exceptions to the prohibition of garbage discharge under MARPOL. Breaches can result in significant penalties.

On 3 April 2010, the Shen Neng 1 was traversing a well-known shipping route south of the Douglas Shoal when it ran aground 38 nautical miles east of Great Keppel Island at about 5.30 pm.

Make electrical safety a priority. Reduce the risk of electrical fire from batteries and electrical installations on your vessel.

Our range of navigation services includes marine navigation and e-navigation.

This report provides an overview of the consultation process, key issues raised during public consultation and the key changes to the Marine Order.

Consultation Report – October 2022

Use an Australian seafarers service book (ASSB) to keep a record of your sea service on an Australian or international vessel in international waters.

We are making changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements – national law) 2018 (Marine order 504) to clarify requirements for monitoring and accounting for passengers on domestic commercial vessels.

Marine order 504

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.

Australia is a part of the International Maritime Organization — maritime safety and marine pollution prevention are more effective when carried out internationally.