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Access information about relevant maritime rules, and other useful links for the safe transportation of cargo including hazardous and dangerous goods.

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Digital applications for seafarers

We have launched digital applications for seafarer licensing.

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New regulatory policies published

We have published our four foundational polices that set out what you can expect from Maritime NZ.

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Maritime rules taking effect from 2026

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For more than two decades, the Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code (the Code) has been a cornerstone of safe navigation in Aotearoa’s busy commercial ports and harbours.
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We will soon consult on Regulatory Amendment Package (RAP) 3, a package of proposed changes to the Maritime Rules and related policy. The proposals aim to improve safety, support the maritime workforce, and make the rules clearer and easier to use.
1. High Court (1)

Maritime NZ response to the TAIC report into the 2023 Kaitaki blackout

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