A Class 1 passenger vessel’s port engine caught fire whilst northeast of Fraser Island with 82 passengers and crew onboard. The investigation found that regular planned engine maintenance, in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, was not in place at the time of the incident. The crew’s response to the incident was immediate and effective. The transfer of the 77 passengers to a nearby vessel, which attended the distress call within 10 minutes, was undertaken quickly and effectively by the master and crew.

There are a range of chemical tools which can reduce the harmful effects of an oil spill.

We are a Commonwealth statutory authority which provides services to the Australian maritime industry. Sometimes we need to seek the help and support of private companies to deliver our services.

In this edition we talk about marine surveyor accreditation renewals, a marine safety incident and a safety recall notice.

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

Using an advanced under keel clearance management (UKCM) system will reduce your chances of running aground.

There is increasing use of remotely operated and autonomous technology in Australia and worldwide across a range of fields.

We collect and analyse information from reported marine incidents to improve safety across the maritime industry.

This marine notice draws attention to responsible navigational practices which masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships operating in Australian waters should follow.

The Sylvan Arrow was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture into the sea west of Wilson’s Promontory, Victoria on 18 December 1999.

All ships must follow the requirements of MARPOL Annex V when discharging cargo residue.

Tests for establishing and verifying vessel stability.