Acts, regulations, conventions, and official publications governing maritime operations in Papua New Guinea
Access the legal and regulatory framework for maritime safety, compliance, and operations.
PNG’s maritime regulatory framework is built on national legislation, international conventions, and operational policies enforced by NMSA.
National maritime laws and statutory instruments enacted by the PNG Parliament.
International maritime safety and environmental protection standards ratified by PNG.
Operational policies, inspection procedures, and compliance guidance issued by NMSA.
Official NMSA publications, safety manuals, annual reports, and reference guides.
Acts of Parliament governing maritime operations in Papua New Guinea.
All maritime operations in Papua New Guinea must comply with applicable national laws and international conventions. Operators are responsible for ensuring full adherence to current standards. For legal advice, contact legal@nmsa.gov.pg.
Papua New Guinea has ratified the following key International Maritime Organization conventions, giving them force of law within PNG waters.
The primary international treaty on maritime safety, covering construction, equipment, and operation of ships.
Regulates prevention of pollution from ships, covering oil, chemicals, sewage, garbage, and air emissions.
International standards for the training, certification, and watchkeeping of seafarers on internationally trading vessels.
Establishes a framework for maritime search and rescue services in designated sea areas around the world.
Download official NMSA forms and submit applications for vessel registration, seafarer certification, and port clearances.
