On 1 September 2025 the updated edition of the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part C1 will be introduced. It will be mandatory for all new domestic commercial vessels from 1 September 2027.
Purpose To ensure that navigation corridors are used appropriately when planning on ECDIS, and to ensure that a voyage plan approved by the ship’s Master is executed within the planne
This exemption is for owners of certain kinds of unpowered barges where it may not be practical to comply with specified construction and equipment requirements.
We have issued an updated marine notice for Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) in Torres Strait. This notice outlines the management framework, summarises the responsibilities and reminds all coastal pilots transiting ships when they are required to use the Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) system.
In the May edition we guide you through the alternate survey process, explain the coroner's recommendations from the inquiry into the loss of FV Cassandra and FV Dianne and more.