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Organization Overview

About NMSA

Mandate, structure, and role of the National Maritime Safety Authority in Papua New Guinea. 

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Overview

The National Maritime Safety Authority regulates maritime safety, compliance, and environmental protection across Papua New Guinea waters.

Strategic Direction

Vision and Mission

Vision

Safe and compliant maritime operations across Papua New Guinea

Mission

To regulate and enforce maritime safety, environmental protection, and operational compliance

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Mandate

  • Maritime safety regulation
  • Vessel registration and compliance
  • Seafarer certification
  • Environmental protection and pollution control
  • Search & Rescue Coordination

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Organisational Structure

  • Board governance
  • Maritime safety regulation
  • Maritime safety regulation
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CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Mandate

  • Maritime safety regulation
  • Maritime safety regulation
  • Maritime safety regulation
  • Maritime safety regulation

AUTHORITY FUNCTIONS

Service Areas

  • Shipping
  • Seafarer
  • Navigation
  • Search and Rescue
  • Environment and Pollution
  • Small Craft

COLLABORATION

Stakeholder Engagement

Government agencies

Maritime industry operators

International partners

Community stakeholders

QUICK LINKS

Related Links

  • Legislative and Regulatory
  • Forms and Applications
  • Marine Notices

EMERGENCY REPORTING

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