This Act does not apply to or in relation to the following kinds of vessels:
(a) a vessel belonging to, or operated by:
(i) the Australian Defence Force; or
(ii) the naval, military or air forces of a country other than Australia;
(b) a Commonwealth vessel that is used wholly or primarily for non - commercial activities;
(c) a fishing vessel or fishing fleet support vessel;
(d) an inland waterways vessel;
(e) an offshore industry vessel;
(f) a recreational vessel;
(g) a salvage vessel;
(h) a tugboat.