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

On 21 July 1991 Greek tanker Kirki lost its bow off the coast of Western Australia, resulting in a major pollution incident.

From 1 May 2023 to 30 June 2023, we will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on planned maintenance requirements for domestic commercial vessels (DCVs).

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention for addressing ship sourced pollution.

This consultation feedback report is based on submissions to us via an online form and Facebook.

The content of the Engineer cadet program including certificate and short courses, qualifying sea service and medical fitness.

Resources and advice on how to prepare for your oral exam.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

Highlights the importance of maintaining rescue boats in good working order ready for immediate use

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in New South Wales.

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

At approximately 5.30 am WA time on Friday 21 August 2009 the Montara Wellhead mobile drilling unit, located 140 miles offshore from the north-west Australian coast, had an uncontrolled release of hydrocarbons from one of the platform wells. Consequently oil escaped to the surface and gaseous hydrocarbons escaped into the atmosphere.

Tests for establishing and verifying vessel stability.

Alerts the maritime industry to findings of two recent accident investigations conducted by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau and the New Zealand Transport Accident Investigation Commission.

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.

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

Lives continue to be lost every year in Australia when people go overboard from vessels, without a lifejacket. The simple truth is lifejackets save lives, but only if they’re worn. It’s time to get on board with lifejacket safety.

We make a range of information available for public access. You can also formally request access to documents we hold under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act).

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