Become a coastal pilot and contribute to the safety of ships in the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef.

A Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) is a ship-specific plan to improve the energy efficiency of a ship.

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

Globally, nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are controlled through emission standards for marine diesel engines with a power output greater than 130 kilowatts (kW).

Standards for maintaining buoyancy after flooding, grounding, or collision.

Explore the trends in vessel design, materials and certification shaping Australia’s domestic fleet. See what was built, where, and how vessels are evolving to meet industry needs.

How to get a Watchkeeper deck certificate of competency if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Maritime warfare officer or Rating.

Marine incidents are defined by relevant Australian laws and include a number of different types of incidents.

The search and rescue (SAR) satellite system we use in the Australian SAR region.

In this edition, learn more about the new NSCV C2 and Marine Order 97.

Our regulatory plan is produced annually and contains planned changes to our regulatory instruments.

The 274th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, in Fremantle, Western Australia.

Download a list of DCVs that hold a certificate of survey or exemption here.

A lone cray fisher was heading for shelter during poor weather. He had been working for 17 hours without rest. While nearing the planned anchor point, the master fell asleep at the helm and the vessel continued on, running aground on the rocky shoreline.