We maintain nine strategic equipment stockpiles of marine pollution response equipment around the Australian coastline.

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.

If your ship is found to have deficiencies during an inspection, you may be detained and delayed for an unknown amount of time.

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

The safety and medical equipment you need will depend on your vessel and operation.

The oil spill from the Oceanic Grandeur in Torres Strait in March 1970 highlighted Australia’s lack of preparedness at the time to deal with a major oil spill in the marine environment.

Lighthouses are part of the network of aids to navigation in Australia. Use our interactive map to locate one of our heritage lighthouses.

We gather feedback through consultative committees and public consultation. Feedback from individuals, organisations and government is an important part of policy development and regulatory change.

We want to know what you think about safety and emergency arrangements.

A Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) is now available in the Australia and New Zealand region.

If special circumstances mean that you require an extension of time for your vessel's periodic survey, you can make an application under for Marine Safety (Periodic survey, equipment certification and compass adjustment) Exemption (Exemption 06).