ARTICLE · 14 SEPTEMBER 2015

Coastal shipping reforms: changes at a glance

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These proposed legislative reforms will be of interest to all who operate coastal shipping vessels in Australia.

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Ernest Van Buuren

Hazel Brasington

Dimity Maybury

Michelle Taylor (Formerly With Norton Rose Fulbright Australia)

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Introduction

On 20 May 2015, the Minister for Infrastructure and Deputy Prime Minister, Warren Truss, announced the Government's proposed legislative reforms to Australia's coastal shipping laws. The proposed changes will be of interest to all who operate vessels in Australia.

This simple infographic explains the key messages and changes "at a glance".

Norton Rose Fulbright has one of Australia's leading shipping practices. Please contact one of our team if you would like to know more about the coastal shipping reforms and the implications for your business.

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