The PSL applies to vessels that have carried 10 tonnes or more of oil while operating in Australia, any time during a quarter. It helps fund the response to marine pollution incidents.

Toxic gases can quickly build up on board vessels and kill a crew member or passenger in minutes. Identify equipment, appliances and systems that create these gases and reduce the risks.

This safety alert aims to raise awareness of the risk involved with getting on and off domestic commercial vessels.

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.

There is increasing use of remotely operated and autonomous technology in Australia and worldwide across a range of fields.

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

We are responsible for approving coastal pilotage training providers and courses.

Guidance on crewing of domestic commercial vessels as per Schedule 1 Clause 6 - Appropriate crewing and Clause 8 - Minimum crewing of Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation - national law) 2024. Schedule 1 applies to all vessels other than class 4 vessels.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments.

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Changes to safety management systems requirements' held 19 March 2025.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has developed tools to support the implementation of the low sulphur fuel limit.

This safety alert draws the attention of vessel operators to the importance of planned maintenance in ensuring safe operation of domestic commercial vessels.

Our range of navigation services includes marine navigation and e-navigation.

The short-term measure under the MARPOL Convention requires ships engaged on international voyages to make improvements to deliver a reduction in their carbon intensity by an average of at least 40% by 2030 (compared to 2008 levels), in line with the target set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Australia is a part of the International Maritime Organization — maritime safety and marine pollution prevention are more effective when carried out internationally.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments, compass adjustment requirements, uncrewed barges and more.

On 3 August 1999 the Laura D’Amato, a 96,121 DWT Italian registered oil tanker, was berthed alongside at the Shell Gore Bay terminal in Sydney discharging its cargo of Murban light crude oil.

The Australian states and territories work with us to coordinate an effective search and rescue (SAR) service.

Fees associated with the delivery of the accredited marine surveyor scheme and applications for an equivalent means of compliance.