WELCOME to SeaChange – highlighting what's new and what's changing at Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) and in the maritime sector.
In this issue...
New adventure activity safety guidelines
New guidelines are available for commercial kayaking and canoeing operations and commercial white water boarding operations, along with new draft guidelines for commercial paddle craft on the Whanganui River. Go to guidelines
The new FPP form replaces the NZ Police Vetting form and the old FPP form. It is available on the MNZ website as an editable PDF.Download form
New Zealand Marine Oil Spill Response Strategy 2015–19
The New Zealand Marine Oil Spill Response Strategy sets the overarching framework for how MNZ and our partners will respond to a marine oil spill incident.Read more
Safety bulletin: Alcohol and other drugs
This safety bulletin is for most operators and seafarers and highlights the duties they have to operate safely. Read more
Briefing to the incoming Minister of Transport
This document describes the nature and scope of MNZ's work, strategic goals, work priorities, risk management and potential areas of ministerial engagement. Read bulletin [PDF, 415Kb, 19 pages]
Invitation to comment on omnibus IMO-related rule amendments 2015
MNZ invites comment on draft new maritime rules and marine protection rules – Omnibus Maritime and Marine Protection Rules IMO-related Amendments 2015. Read more
Invitation to comment on rule amendments 2015
MNZ also invites comment on draft new maritime rules and marine protection rules – various amendments. Read more
Check our MOSS feedback page for updates
We're regularly refreshing this page to answer questions and provide info about MOSS. Read more
Urgent reminder to operators holding a deemed MTOC
Your SSM manual must remain on your vessel at all times, even if your surveyor requests it be handed over. Not having these important safety documents available on board is a safety risk for the operator, crew and vessel. Read more
Check you've downloaded the appropriate guidelines for the ticket you're applying for and your seafarer application form is complete before submitting it.
Report a maritime accident, incident or near miss
Reporting is an easy two-step process. 1. Report your event verbally asap by calling RCCNZ on 0580 222 433. 2. Fill out an online event form as soon as you can. Report online
Heading out on the water this summer? You need to know the rules of the road on the water and your region's bylaws.
