We sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 57 (Helicopter operations). The proposed updates will ensure the marine order remains current and gives effect to new international requirements.

From 1 July 2018, new survey requirements for domestic commercial vessels apply. This includes changes to marine order 503 to apply the new periodic survey requirements to all vessels required to be in survey—existing, transitional and new vessels.

Prepare and submit your application for a role with us.

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.

Overview of the international and domestic legislation and standards that apply in Australia.

We work with government and industry to respond to pollution incidents under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.

Australia’s first recorded major oil spill occurred on Saturday 28 November 1903 in Port Phillip Bay.

This page contains a list of past changes to Marine Orders and International Maritime Organization (IMO) resolutions.

Advisory note for the offshore petroleum industry on environmental plans and oil pollution emergency plans.

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

Our process for conducting Registered training organisation evaluations.

Find out what safety checks you need to do before carrying a fishery observer onboard. 

In this edition we provide advice on how to send us large files, what to do if you receive a complaint about a survey, provide guidance on battery safety, and more.

Safeguard your vessel and operation with an active maintenance plan.