Common questions about the National Standard for Commercial Vessels, Part C–Design and construction, Section 2, Watertight and weathertight integrity.

All domestic commercial vessels under the national law are required to meet design, construction, stability and equipment standards.

How we process your Certificate of recognition application after it has been submitted.

We are seeking your feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 47 (Offshore Industry Units).

Why you need a maritime mobile service identity (MMSI), and how to apply for one.

As the national standard is updated, generic equivalent standards (GES) are being superseded.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2015–16.

The provision of adequate port waste reception facilities for ship-generated waste is vital to preventing marine pollution.

This marine notice highlights the need for shipowners, operators, masters and crews to ensure safe working arrangements are in place for any work involving height and the risk of falling.

Your New Zealand seafarer qualifications allow you to gain a Certificate of recognition for your qualification in Australia.

Guidance for calculating your sea service equivalence if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Rating (specialist seaman department), Maritime Warfare Officer (Maritime Warfare department) or RAN Leading Seaman, Petty Officer, Chief Petty Officer or Warrant Officer (Marine Engineering or Electrical Technical department).

The purpose of this marine notice is to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Recommendations for the carriage of plastic pellets by sea in freight containers, which were released on 19 April 2024.

Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

Find out how to complete the Coxswain Grade 3 declaration (AMSA form 1882) and the on-water tasks required.

All regulated Australian vessels must have a minimum safe crewing determination (MSCD). Find out how to prepare your crewing arrangement, check qualifications, and submit your application or renewal.

We have issued an updated marine notice for Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) in Torres Strait. This notice outlines the management framework, summarises the responsibilities and reminds all coastal pilots transiting ships when they are required to use the Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) system.

We are responsible for handling health and safety issues for personnel on prescribed ships that are engaged in trade or commerce on international and domestic voyages.

Our scholarship program supports the development of skills in the maritime industry and builds our brand as an employer of choice.