SHIPPING REGISTRATION ACT 1981
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR REGISTRATION
Notice is hereby given of the intention of Weipa Hire Pty Ltd of 19 Iraci Crescent, Weipa QLD 4874 to apply, after the expiration of the period of thirty days commencing on the date of publication of this notice, for the registration under the abovenamed Act of the ship particulars of which are set out below. Objections to the registration of the ship in the name of the abovementioned person, by persons claiming a legal proprietary right in respect of the ship, should, together with any relevant documents that will verify the claim be delivered to the Registrar of Ships at the Australian Shipping Registration Office, 82 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon ACT 2612 or sent by properly prepaid post to the Registrar of Ships at the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, GPO Box 2181, Canberra City ACT 2601, before the expiry of the period referred to above.
Particulars of Ship
Present name: TERANGAN
Former name: Terangan
Present whereabouts: Cairns
Length: 48.23
Principal material of construction: Steel
Type of ship: Barge
Overview
The Shipping Registration Act 1981 was enacted by the Parliament of Australia to formalise the process of ship registration and to ensure that vessels operating within Australian waters are appropriately documented and monitored. This Act addresses the problem of ensuring that all ships, particularly those intending to operate within Australian jurisdiction, are registered in a manner that provides clear and accessible information about their ownership, construction, and operational details. This enhances maritime safety, aids in the enforcement of maritime laws, and assists in the resolution of disputes over ship ownership.
The Act includes provisions for the notification of intent to register a ship, as exemplified by the notice provided by Weipa Hire Pty Ltd for the ship named Terangan. This notice serves to inform the public and relevant authorities of the intention to register the vessel and invites any objections from parties with a legal claim to the ship. The policy objective is to provide a transparent and accessible means for registering ships, ensuring that the rights of all stakeholders are considered and that the Australian maritime registry is accurate and up to date.
Scope and Application
The Shipping Registration Act 1981 applies to any person or entity that intends to register a ship in Australia. In this particular case, Weipa Hire Pty Ltd intends to apply for the registration of a ship under the Act. The Act governs the registration of ships and includes provisions for the registration of ship particulars, such as the ship's name, former name, whereabouts, length, and principal material of construction. The Act applies to all ships registered in Australia, regardless of their industry or type of transactions they are involved in. The Act has a national reach, applying across all states and territories of Australia. There are no stated exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds in the Act, and its application is not extended or restricted through subordinate instruments. The notice provided by Weipa Hire Pty Ltd is a requirement under the Act, and objections to the registration can be lodged with the Registrar of Ships within the specified timeframe.
Key Provisions
The Shipping Registration Act 1981 (section 3) requires that parties intending to register a ship must first publish a notice of their intention to apply for the ship’s registration. Weipa Hire Pty Ltd has published such a notice, indicating their intention to register a barge named TERANGAN, previously known as Terangan, which is currently located in Cairns. This barge is made of steel and measures 48.23 metres in length. The notice also specifies the location where objections to the registration can be lodged, either at the Australian Shipping Registration Office or by post to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, within a period of thirty days from the publication date.
Under the Act, parties are required to ensure that their notice of intention to apply for registration contains accurate and complete particulars of the ship. These details must include the ship's present and former names, its current location, its length, and the principal material of construction (sections 3(1)(a)-(e)). Weipa Hire Pty Ltd has provided the necessary particulars as outlined in their notice. Additionally, any person who believes they have a legal proprietary right in the ship can lodge an objection to the registration with the Registrar of Ships, supported by relevant documentation verifying their claim (section 3(3)).
Failure to adhere to the requirements of the Act can result in legal consequences. Although specific penalties are not detailed in the notice, breaches of the Act may lead to legal actions that could affect the registration process or the validity of the registration itself. It is also possible that objections filed by parties with legitimate claims could result in the Registrar denying the registration if the objections are upheld (section 4). Additionally, providing false information in the notice of intention could lead to further legal repercussions, including potential penalties for misleading or deceptive conduct.