Prevention from marine pollution is imperative to protect Australia’s unique marine environments and the livelihoods of thousands of Australians.

The Australian Hydrographic Office (AHO) produces and publishes Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) covering Australian, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and Australian Antarctic Territory waters.

How to get a engineering qualifications recognized if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) seaman officer.

Our regulatory plan is produced annually and contains planned changes to our regulatory instruments.

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.

Overview of the international and domestic legislation and standards that apply in Australia.

This information is to draw the attention of ship owners and operators to the ongoing prohibition of asbestos on ships, noting that Australian law requires operators to take all reasonable steps to protect the health and safety of employees and contractors while at work.

You must read and agree to this policy and rules of conduct before booking your exam.

The Modernised Australian Ship Tracking and Reporting System (MASTREP) is a ship reporting system designed to contribute to safety of life at sea.

Ships registered on the Australian general shipping register have Australian nationality.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) governs the agreed minimum requirements for handling and transport of cargoes and dangerous goods.

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

The National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (the National Plan) sets out national arrangements, policies and principles for managing maritime environmental emergencies.

The 273rd meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 25 June 2025 in Canberra, ACT.