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The Council of the Navy was a special council within the polysynody, system of government established by Regent Philippe d'Orléans during the Regency from 1715 to 1718. The polysynody allowed the high nobility to participate in political decisions by serving on seven councils that assisted the Regency Council.
The Council of the Navy, like the other councils of the polysynody, was established by the Regent through the declaration of September 15, 1715, replacing the Secretary of State for the Navy. Led by the Count of Toulouse and presided over by Marshal d'Estrées, the council comprised ten members from the nobility of the sword and the nobility of the robe, selected to maintain political equilibrium and expertise. They were all specialists in maritime affairs.
The Council of the Navy convened at least twice a week in Paris, similar to the other councils of the polysynody. It maintained the structure and staff of the former Secretary of State for the Navy's offices, inheriting its duties while also sharing some responsibilities with other councils. The council resolved 90% of the cases it reviewed, often concerning financial matters within a tightly controlled budgetary framework. More complex issues were referred to the Regent for further consideration. Moreover, the council intervened in the management of galleys and colonies.
Compared to other councils of the polysynody, the Council of the Navy was not disbanded in 1718 but continued to operate until the majority of Louis XV in 1723.