We know maritime.

As the foremost source of maritime expertise in Australia, The Nautical Institute's membership spans every sector of the maritime industry in Australia - and around the world.  

CARGO SHIPPING

Container Trade

Our experts understand that the vibrancy of Australians' way of life depends overwhelmingly on container trade. 

LNG & Bulk Liquids

Our current and former LNG officers have expertise both at sea, and in shore terminals.

PASSENGER VESSELS

Passenger Liners & Cruise Management

Our experts are current and former cruise masters, cruise line management, and company representatives.

Ferry Transport

Our members sail at every rank onboard passenger ferries.

Vehicle Ferries

Our members operate the vehicle ferries which provide a vital link between Tasmania and mainland Australia.

PILOTAGE & DEFENCE

Marine Pilotage

Marine pilots are specialist navigators with deep expertise of Australian ports. We have dozens of current and former pilots in our membership.

Naval Defence

As an island nation, Australia has unique and complex maritime conflict threats. Our membership holds senior military officers with decades of service.

Hydrography

We have expertise on hydrographic survey, historical navigation, and modern charting technology.

PORTS & TERMINALS

Port Management

Our members hold positions at every level of Australian port infrastructure.

Bulk Terminals

With members both on ships and ashore, we understand bulk commodities and terminals.

Vessel Traffic Services

Our experts design maritime communications & vessel traffic services.

OFFSHORE EXPLORATION & EXTRACTION

Oil & Gas Platforms

Offshore rigs are extremely complex and highly technical. We understand the platforms, and the environments they operate in.

Floating Production, Storage & Offload 

FPSO's are a floating terminal. Our members are currently aboard.

Offshore Towage & Platform Supply

Keeping our offshore industry supplied is critical to supporting our economy. We understand the nature of the task.

UNDERWATER & SUBSEA OPERATIONS

Specialist Diving

Our experts are both specialist divers, and dive company representatives with decades of experience.

Hull & Propellor Inspections

Hull & fittings inspections is a complex and highly regulated task. Our members operate these companies.

Seabed Construction

Seafloor survey and construction is dangerous and complex work. Our members are current and former divers.

DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL VESSELS

Tugs & Towage

We have dozens of tug masters and towage company representatives amongst our ranks.

Fishing & Aquaculture

Australia is well-known for it's high quality seafood, and preserved marine environment. Our members crew and manage commercial fisheries.

Tourism & Charters

Tourism is a lucrative industry, and Australia's coasts draw visitors from all over the world. Our members host many tourism charters.

EDUCATIONAL & REGULATORY

Maritime Casualty Investigation

We have deep expertise with AMSA regulation, ATSB investigations and marine casualties.

Maritime Training

Our members are university academics, teachers and instructors with deep maritime curriculum expertise.

RECREATIONAL & PLEASURECRAFT

Superyachts

The superyachting economy continues to expand across the globe.

Sailing

With members at senior levels in yacht and sailing clubs, we understand Australia's love of sailing.

Recreational Boating

Family outings on the water remain a cornerstone of Australia culture. Our members are experts in recreational boating safety.