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Commercial vessels

Find out everything you need to know about the safe and correct construction, modification and operation of commercial vessels for use in the navigable waters of the State and seas adjacent to the State of Western Australia.

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 Marine pilot licences

Find out about marine pilot licences, including how to qualify, how to apply, when they expire, and how to get an exemption.
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 Marine pilot exemption certificate

Find out who is eligible and how to apply for a marine pilot exemption.
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 Commercial vessel operations

The Department of Transport promotes the safety of commercial marine shipping in Western Australian waters (rivers, lakes, estuaries, territorial waters) and adjacent seas.
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 Geographical limits of smooth and partially smooth waters

The Minister for Transport has approved minor changes to Schedule 1 of the W.A. Marine (Certificates of Competency and Safety Manning) Regulations 1983.
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 Hire-and-drive operations

Find out about grandfathered Hire-and-drive vessel operations in Western Australia.
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Page last updated: Tue Jun 20 2017 1:50:31 PM