Carry the type of lifejacket required for your vessel's highest service category. You can choose self-inflating, manual inflating or foam buoyancy lifejackets.
We make a range of information available for public access. You can also formally request access to documents we hold under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act).
The Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) is a mandatory measure that promotes the use of energy efficient (less polluting) equipment and engines on new build ships.
Navigational maritime safety information (MSI) for NAVAREA X and Australian coastal areas is issued by the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) Australia.
Navigational warnings are current for the time indicated and can be updated by refreshing the webpage.
Seafarers often spend many months working away from family and friends with this situation being made worse if the vessel they are engaged on is involved in a maritime accident
The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.