Specifies the minimum standards for design and construction and safety equipment.

Find out about vessel categories, calculating vessel size, and read the dictionary of definitions.

The use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) on board ships contributes significantly to the safety of navigation.

In this edition we talk about recent surveyor audits.

If you are no longer carrying out commercial operations outside the Australian exclusive economic zone, you can switch to being a domestic commercial vessel by surrendering your regulated Australian vessel (RAV) Certificate of survey , Maritime Labour Certificate, and load line certificate. You can then apply for domestic commercial vessel certification.

Join the event online or in person at East Fremantle Yacht Club in WA.

We authorise and audit vessel traffic service (VTS) providers in Australia.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments.

All domestic commercial vessels must have a certificate of survey unless exempt.

A guide to our privacy policy.

What changes to Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage) 2014 (MO54) did we seek feedback on?

We are Australia’s national maritime safety regulator for domestic commercial vessels that operate within Australian waters.

We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

We are responsible for ensuring there is a consistent approach to the use of AIS on offshore structures and facilities. Find out what we will ask you when you apply.

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

We have offices all around Australia. You can contact our state offices using the details below.