A charter fishing vessel proceeding to a fishing spot began experiencing progressively worsening weather conditions and water ingress. Despite the owner’s warning prior to departure and passenger complaints, the master continued to the fishing destination. Strong winds and waves hampered anchoring, with water accumulating on deck through the transom door to the point of flooding. The vessel’s EPIRB was deployed, and a rescue helicopter attended, winching the master and passengers to safety.

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

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These guidelines aim to assist small1 DCV operations to undertake a risk assessment as part of the vessel’s safety management system.

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Standards for maintaining stability during day-to-day operations while the hull is intact.

This marine notice draws attention to important information regarding the proper operation of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), including the importance of adequate and up to date Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs), for ships visiting Australian ports.

Find out about the process of obtaining a near coastal certificate.

The following definitions explain the terms used specifically in the Maritime Training (MT) series documents for Registered training organisations (RTOs)

Find out more about how to get a certificate of medical fitness, and why you need one.

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This service charter sets out the standard of service you can expect to receive from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

Proof of identity is required when applying for a certificate of competency or seafarer’s service book.

If you hold a valid STCW certificate issued by another country and want to work on an Australian-flagged vessel, you need a certificate of recognition (CoR). In some countries this is called a recognition endorsement.

The MNL applies to most commercial vessels operating in Australia. It helps fund the cost of operating and maintaining marine aids to navigation systems.

Small uncrewed autonomous vessels operating in C, D, or E waters.

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

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

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.