Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea.

On 21 May 1990 an extensive oil slick was sighted approximately four nautical miles south-east of Cape Otway by the pilot of a light aircraft. The Australian-flagged tanker Arthur Phillip was later established as the source of the spill.

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This marine notice advises ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).

On this page you can find copies of previous editions and amendments to the NSCV.

The 279th meeting of the Board was on Monday, 22 June 2026, in Canberra, ACT.

When completing a bunker delivery note, you will need to include specific details.

Information for ship owners and operators about the application of the Bunkers Convention in Australia.

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

The following definitions explain the terms used specifically in the Maritime Training (MT) series documents for Registered training organisations (RTOs)

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe on land.

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

We have released some safety guidance for commercial parasailing operators. Parasailing vessels are considered domestic commercial vessels under the National law.

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.

Course and study subjects for deck and engineer certificates of recognition.

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