South Australia hosted the 2017 National Plan Exercise from 5 to 7 December in Adelaide.

Consultation on alternatives to carrying a float-free EPIRB for vessels less than 7.5 metres closed on 28 February 2019.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is working on global requirements for reporting lost or discharged fishing gear.

Find out about the special arrangements for vessels which meet the definition of ‘tender’ under the national law.

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We have agreements with some countries to allow you to get a certificate of recognition for your overseas-issued certificates

The National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (the National Plan) was reviewed in 2023-2024. The review made 11 recommendations.

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

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

Find out about transferring your endorsements, or getting them recognized for your Certificate of recognition.

Use this form to make a MLC complaint about a regulated Australian vessel or a foreign-flagged vessel in Australian waters.

If you have a boat, you may be considering hiring it out for overnight accommodation via an online platform—for example, Airbnb, Beds on Board or Flotespace—whether at a marina berth, or at a mooring.

A Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) is a ship-specific plan to improve the energy efficiency of a ship.

We have an intergovernmental agreement on the National Maritime Emergency Response Arrangement.