Enhanced fishing gear requirements are being developed in talks at the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

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

Arrangements between government and industry under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies to respond to shipping casualties.

Feedback from stakeholders about proposed changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements) 2018 (MO504) relating to safety management systems (SMS).

IMO performance standards require back-up arrangements to be in place in case of ECDIS failure.

On 22 January 1982 at approximately 9 pm, the oil tanker Esso Gippsland was in the process of loading at Port Stanvac jetty, South Australia, when a large quantity of industrial fuel oil leaked from the air vent and ullage port of its no.2 starboard tank.

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

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.

Since December 2016, we have conducted 185 compliance checks on 88 cruise ships with 100 per cent compliance observed.

We administer the national law, regulations and marine orders in implementing the national system.

If you hold a valid STCW certificate issued by another country and want to work on an Australian-flagged vessel, you need a certificate of recognition (CoR). In some countries this is called a recognition endorsement.

This course is designed for people who may perform or support the role of finance officer during a marine pollution response.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe on land.

Our 24/7 centre responds to search and rescue (SAR) incidents throughout Australia.