Marine Safety

The Marine Safety Branch of the Department of Planning and Infrastructure is responsible for marine safety and pollution regulation matters in the Northern Territory. The aim is to ensure boating is both safe and enjoyable. This is achieved through education, regulation and the sponsorship of facilities such as navigation aids.

The Marine Act and Regulations cover the construction, survey and safety equipment on commercial vessels, tourist vessels, hire and drive vessels and regulate safe boating practices for pleasure craft.

The Marine Safety Branch works together with industry in the Northern Territory to ensure the correct number of qualified persons needed to operate commercial vessels safely are always on board.