All Commercial Operators
Maritime NZ provides guidance and support for all commercial maritime operators to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations. From managing cargo and dangerous goods, to ship registration and safety practices, we are here to help your business navigate regulatory requirements and maintain high standards across New Zealand’s waters.
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Cargo and dangerous goods
Access information about relevant maritime rules, and other useful links for the safe transportation of cargo including hazardous and dangerous goods.
Environmental Requirements
Parent page for Environmental Requirements. Browse content under this section.
Safety
Cross cutting health and safety information
Ship Registration
Information about the New Zealand Register of Ships, how to register your ship or recreational vessel, the benefits, registration types and more.
Applying for an exemption
Find out how to apply for exemptions from complying with a Maritime or Marine Protection Rule.
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Maritime updates
Maritime updates are a piece of guidance that provides practical information to the sector and our communities about issues and trends that are being seen on vessels,, ports, or in recreational settings.