If you undertake towing operations with your vessel, there are unique risks that you must consider within your risk assessment as part of the safety management system.

We inspect domestic commercial vessels to ensure crew, vessel, and operational safety.

Australia can request and receive information on vessels travelling within 1000 nautical miles off its coast.

This marine notice advises of the availability of guidance for the recording of operations in the Oil Record Book Part I – machinery space operations (all ships), prepared and issued by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

We will conduct a focused inspection campaign on lifejacket risk assessment requirements on DCVs.

We are seeking your feedback on implementing proposed amendments to Marine Order 11 (Living and working conditions).

Our stance is that shipping containers lost from ships are a cause of pollution in the marine environment.

The benefits and eligibility requirements of registration on the Australian international shipping register (AISR).

Marine Order 55 (Vessels carrying industrial personnel) 2024 Consultation Report – Feb - Apr 2024

We have a joint memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority. The MOU supports safety and environmental management for the offshore energy sector.

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments

Read a summary of results from the mid-2024 consultation on Marine Order 11 and download a copy of the full report.

There are few exceptions to the prohibition of garbage discharge under MARPOL. Breaches can result in significant penalties.

There are a number of certificates and permits you need if you are operating a domestic commercial vessel.