AMSA will close from 5 pm AEDT Wednesday 24 December 2025, re-opening on Friday 2 January 2026. Our search and rescue team will continue to operate every day (24/7). See which services are affected.

AMSA will continue to ensure ISM code compliance in conjunction with a flag state inspection, on an Australian Registered vessel, in line with the AMSA procedures.

AMSA may at any time attend a DOC and/SMC audit with the recognised organisation’s.

Not for profit organisation may apply to AMSA directly for certification to the ISM Code by email at ism-fsc@amsa.gov.au.