This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

Oil tankers above 150 gross tonnage and other ships of 400 gross tonnage or above must record oil-relevant operations.

Our eligibility requirements for sailing vessels.

Just before midnight on 24 January 2006, approximately 25 tonnes of heavy fuel oil was spilt from the bulk carrier Global Peace while berthing at the RG Tanner Coal loading facility in Gladstone in Queensland.

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.

Knowledge of regulations and duties will help you navigate safely on the seas.

There are laws against ship sourced pollution and those responsible may be prosecuted under state or territory legislation.

Being a seafarer can be demanding at the best of times.

Safeguard your vessel and operation with an active maintenance plan.

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You must read and agree to this policy and rules of conduct before booking your exam.

On 20 May 1988 bulk carrier Korean Star grounded in the vicinity of Cape Cuvier within the port limits of Carnarvon, Western Australia.

Learn how non-shipborne AIS units are managed and find out what’s required to apply to operate a base station or AtoN in Australia.

Get your Rating certificate of proficiency revalidated before it expires.

Under Marine Order 503 a transitional vessel is an existing vessel that has: 

A marine notice provides important safety related information, general guidance and details about upcoming changes to legislation to the shipping and maritime community.

Read about the changes we have made to the NSCV since 2020.