DCV Safety Alert: 1/2021 aims to raise awareness of recommendations made by the United States, National Transportation Safety Board, following the investigation into the fire and subsequent loss of the passenger vessel Conception.

If you are serving or have served in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) as a Maritime Warfare Officer, this information explains how to qualify for an International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarer (STCW) certificate of competency for a: Chief mate Master less than 3000 GT Master

The 271st meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 5 March 2025 in Canberra, ACT.

Look out for marine fauna and report any collisions.

On 1 October 1973, the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) came into operation.

How to get a Watchkeeper deck certificate of competency if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Maritime warfare officer or Rating.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2017–18.

On 3 August 1999 the Laura D’Amato, a 96,121 DWT Italian registered oil tanker, was berthed alongside at the Shell Gore Bay terminal in Sydney discharging its cargo of Murban light crude oil.

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The North-East Shipping Management Plan identifies actions based on information about the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region as well as the experience and knowledge of members of the North-East Water Space Management Working Group.

If you're planning to bring a vessel to Australia, or take a domestic commercial vessel (DCV) on an overseas voyage, you need to comply with Australian regulations and international standards.  

The National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) is managed under governance arrangements which ensure accountability, coordination and integration with stakeholders.

Using an advanced under keel clearance management (UKCM) system will reduce your chances of running aground.

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

AMSA and the Bureau of Meteorology provide vessels with maritime safety information (MSI) about hazards and foreseeable dangers to safe navigation through Australia's marine environment.

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

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