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).

AMSA shut down its DGPS service on 1 July 2020.

Engines, propulsion, fuel, fluid, steering and ancillary systems.

Standards for domestic commercial vessels, largely replaced by the NSCV for new vessels.

Radiotelephones, signalling lights, EPIRBs, and satellite communications equipment.

Standards for class 1 fast craft operating in sheltered waters or under 35m in equivalent length.

Find out who can be the designated person for a DCV and what they need to do.

Your vessel may be inspected to verify your compliance with cargo requirements. These requirements and regulations apply to safety-related aspects for marine carriage of cargo.

Constructing the hull, decks, superstructures, deckhouses and bulkheads.

A particularly sensitive sea area (PSSA) is given special protection because of its vulnerability to damage from international shipping activities.

The National Law Act, regulations, marine orders, and exemptions set out the detail of the national system.

How to calculate your sea service before you apply for a sea service assessment.

Advice on maintaining rescue boats in working order.

Generic equivalent solutions (GES) support national standards by allowing the use of new technology and other solutions.