How to purchase a shared use mooring authorisation (SUMA) via DoTDirect

The Shared Use Mooring System (SUMS) allows recreational vessel owners to access participating moorings for short-term use when they are not being used by the licensed mooring holder.

Vessel owners can purchase a SUMS authorisation through DoTDirect.

This guide explains how to purchase a shared use mooring authorisation.

Step 2: Navigate to the recreational boats page

Once logged in to DoTDirect, use the top navigation bar to navigate to the 'Recreational boats' page, which can be found under the 'Marine' drop down.

Step 5: Review boat details

Review the boat details below and ensure you are purchasing the SUMA for the correct boat.

• Registration Number
• Registration Status
• Boat Make
• Registration Expiry 
• SUMA details and conditions

Tick the check box to indicate you have reviewed relevant order details, and you confirm the information is correct. 

Step 6: Add to trolley

Click the ‘Add to trolley’ button.

Step 7: Review trolley

Review your trolley and check the details are correct, then click the ‘Next’ button

Step 8: Confirm details

Review the details displayed on your screen and confirm they are correct, then tick the check box to confirm. 

Step 9:  Proceed to payment

Click the ‘Proceed to payment’ button on the right-hand side of the page.

Step 10: Enter payment details

Enter your credit card payment details, ensure all fields are completed and accurate.

Step 10: Process payment

Click ‘Process payment’ button, located on the left-hand side of the page.

Step 11: Confirmation of payment

Confirmation of payment page will display when payment is successful.

You can download a payment receipt summary, by clicking the ‘Download receipt’ button located on the right-hand side of the page.

Step 12: Confirmation email

A confirmation email will be sent to the nominated email address listed on your DoTDirect account.