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- National Plan for Maritime Environmental EmergenciesThe National Plan principles are to protect the community, environment and maritime industries, give effect to international conventions and integrate with Australian emergency management arrangements.Last updated: 05/17/2023
- National Plan year in review—2013–2014The 2013-14 year was noteworthy with the endorsement of the new National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies by industry, state and federal governments on 5 March 2014.Last updated: 11/09/2020
- Navigation Act Qualifications (Engineer Officers) Exemption 2017 No 2We issue Exemption 2017/2 under subsection 334(1) of the Navigation Act 2012.Last updated: 11/09/2020
- NP-GUI-001A: Use of National Plan equipment by states and the Northern TerritoryHow to hire National Plan equipment and conditions of use.Last updated: 03/18/2024
- NP-GUI-004: National Plan learning from pollution incidents and exercisesRead about the general arrangements for post exercise and incident reviews.Last updated: 03/18/2024
- 2023/07 - Guidance for the safe carriage of battery powered vehicles on shipsThis marine notice advises ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).Last updated: 07/18/2025
- Emergency towing vesselSince 2006, we have provided an emergency towing vessel in the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef to protect the marine environment.Last updated: 08/05/2024
- AMSA 741Application for AMSA Marine Surveyor accreditation (form 741)
Use this form to:
- apply for AMSA Marine Surveyor accreditation for the first time
- add other categories to your existing accreditation.
Last updated: 04/14/2025 - DCV Safety Alert 03/2023 – Recommendations from the investigation into the fire and loss of the passenger vessel ConceptionThis safety alert provides guidance to operators of domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) on risks associated with safety management systems inadequately considering electrical systems and other potential fire hazards.Last updated: 12/04/2024
National Maritime WHS Regulators ForumThe National Maritime Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulators Forum is a collaborative platform for discussing maritime workplace health and safety. Its main aim is to improve safety for domestic commercial vessels.Last updated: 03/25/2024- NP–ADV–002: Communication plan for the National PlanAdvice for those control agencies that have jurisdictional or legislative responsibilities for marine oil spills, consistent with the oil spill contingency plans, and as stakeholders in the NationaLast updated: 03/18/2024
- Updated NOPSEMA publicationsNOPSEMA has been working with state authorities to improve and streamline consultation practices within the offshore petroleum industry, and provide advice on regulatory requirements for offshore petroleum activities.Last updated: 11/14/2023
Warren Bath recipient of 2019-20 Australian Vessel Traffic Services AwardThe 2019-20 Australian Vessel Traffic Services Award was awarded to Warren Bath, VTS Operator at Hay Point, Queensland, for his coordination of an incident involving a bulk carrier.Last updated: 10/04/2024- Watchkeeper deck certificate of competency for Royal Australian Navy officers and ratingsHow to get a Watchkeeper deck certificate of competency if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Maritime warfare officer or Rating.Last updated: 07/01/2024
- Western Australia fuel oil suppliersFind local suppliers of fuel oil in Western Australia.Last updated: 11/19/2025
- What is a large yacht?A super yacht or white boat are colloquial terms for a large yacht.Last updated: 12/20/2022
- Maritime Labour Convention 2006Find out what the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) covers and how it's implemented in Australia.Last updated: 12/17/2024
- Why wear a lifejacket?Lifejackets save livesLast updated: 09/29/2023
- Able seafarer—deck ratingThis certificate enables you to work in deck positions as an able seafarer.Last updated: 07/01/2024
- Your safety equipmentThe safety and medical equipment you need will depend on your vessel and operation.Last updated: 12/23/2025