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Australian Hydrographic Service (AHS)
The Australian Hydrographic Service (AHS) is the national authority responsible for the provision of a national charting service under the terms of the UN Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention and the Navigation Act. This role requires the coordination and determination of policy and standards which cover both hydrographic surveying and charting, as well contributing to the coordination, exchange and standards required for spatial geographic data in general.
Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority is a largely self-funded government agency with the charter of enhancing efficiency in the delivery of safety and other services to the Australian maritime industry.
Marine Safety
A safe and efficient marine transport system is an essential part of the Australian economy. The Marine Investigation Unit in the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) conducts investigations to determine and report on the circumstances and causes of marine incidents.
Maritime Programs
This page provides links to Maritime Programs undertaken by the Department for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government. These programs aim at improving costs associated with transportation of freight and passengers in Australia.
National Marine Safety Committee (NMSC)
The National Marine Safety Committee (NMSC) is an Intergovernmental Committee established in 1997 by COAG to achieve uniform marine safety legislation and practices throughout Australia.
