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
Marina Operations Project update – Final draft materials available for comment
Closing Monday 28 March 2022. The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for the MAR Marina Operations Project, has considered all stakeholder feedback and revised draft Training Package materials including updates to the Certificate III in Marina Operations and seven...
Extended transition period approved for 10 High-Risk Work Licence crane units
In December 2021, the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) notified stakeholders of a decision to shorten the transition period for 9 High-Risk Work Licence (HRWL) crane units of competency to 28 February 2022. This decision was made based on the available...
MAR Vessel Traffic Services Project update – draft materials available to comment
Closing Thursday 17 March 2021. The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for the MAR Vessel Traffic Services Project, has released draft training materials, including one new qualification and six new Units of Competency, and is inviting feedback. The draft materials...