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The Red Ensign Group Yacht Code Part A updates the Red Ensign Group Large Yacht Code (LY3 Code) and applies to yachts and training vessels, carrying not more than 12 passengers, and details the conventions these vessels must comply with in Australia.

All domestic commercial vessels are required to have a national law certificate of survey—unless an exemption applies.

Read a summary of results from the mid-2024 consultation on Marine Order 11 and download a copy of the full report.

On 6 February 1988 the Hong Kong registered bulk carrier Sir Alexander Glen lost approximately 450 tonnes of heavy fuel oil into the waters off Port Walcott, Western Australia when a bunker tank was holed by the ship's anchor.

We have released some safety guidance for commercial parasailing operators. Parasailing vessels are considered domestic commercial vessels under the National law.

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Sonic HealthPlus.

In this edition we talk about voluntary suspension: a practical option when you’re not surveying, survey process for Exemption 2 Division 5 vessels applying for a certificate of survey and survey code update in MARS: survey flexibility rollout.

You can prepare in case your ship is inspected during a visit to an Australian port.

Our website is the fastest and easiest way to apply, renew, and pay for your certificate.

Find out which companies are registered as a private seafarer recruitment and placement service in Australia.

Exemptions and approvals for the handling, transport, and categorisation of certain cargoes.

Learn how to get copies of documents certified for your certificate application.

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