Maritime
Maritime Sector
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- The Maritime sector operates in a globalised shipping network as well as across local markets including fishing and aquaculture, tourism, and patrol and rescue operations.
- The Maritime industry in Australia has an estimated annual revenue of $6.88 billion, adding $2.32 billion to the Australian economy in 2018.
- 10% of the world’s sea trade passes through Australian ports and 95% of Australian exports are transported by sea.
- Our coastline is over 60,000 kilometres in length and our search and rescue region covers more than 10 per cent of the earth’s surface.
- Per capita, Australia has more cruise passengers than any other nation, making it the fourth-largest cruise market in the world.
Important Links
- Australian Industry Standards – Maritime Industry Reference Committee
- Australian Industry and Skills Committee – National Industry Insights – Maritime
- Shipping Australia
- Maritime Industry Australia Ltd
- Australian Maritime Safety Authority
- Ports Australia
- Australian Peak Shippers Association
- Boating Industry Association
- Queensland Seafood Industry Association
- Seacare Authority
- Cruise Lines International Association – Australasia
Document Library
Latest Maritime Industry News
Maritime Training Package Updates – Draft materials available
The Technical Advisory Committees (TAC) for the following Maritime projects, have finalised draft materials and would like your feedback: MAR Compass Adjuster - The TAC has developed two new Compass Adjuster Skill Sets and three new Units of Competency aligned to AMSA...
Maritime training package updates – feedback invited
The Maritime Technical Advisory Committees for the projects below, have finalised draft materials and are seeking feedback: MAR Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal) The TAC reviewed Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near...
COVID-19 Maritime Updates
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) have announced exemptions they may use during the COVID-19 period: Certificate Exemptions Temporary crewing permits – This allows you to operate temporarily below the minimum crewing requirements that apply to the...