In this edition we explain how to complete a shaft survey report, tell you about changes to MARS, changes to surveyor identity cards and much more.

Use this form to order AMSA brochures, MARPOL placards and stickers, free of charge.

Australian-flagged ships which are detained by foreign port State control authorities overseas must notify AMSA.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

If your registration certificate is lost or damaged, you will need a new one.

Learn about our oral exams and how to make a booking.

Instructions for registered training organisations (RTOs).

Survey vessels in these classes are required to carry a Scale F first aid kit on board: 1B, 1C (with unberthed passengers), 1D (with berthed passengers), 1E (with berthed passengers), 2B, 2C, 3B and 3C.

A Class 1 passenger vessel’s port engine caught fire whilst northeast of Fraser Island with 82 passengers and crew onboard. The investigation found that regular planned engine maintenance, in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, was not in place at the time of the incident. The crew’s response to the incident was immediate and effective. The transfer of the 77 passengers to a nearby vessel, which attended the distress call within 10 minutes, was undertaken quickly and effectively by the master and crew.

The following vessels are our declared off-shore industry vessels and trading vessels that work in inland and near coastal waters.

How to get a Watchkeeper deck certificate of competency if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Maritime warfare officer or Rating.

Our role in working with the offshore industry.

The North-East Shipping Management Plan (NE SMP) identifies actions based on information regarding the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region.

There are few exceptions to the prohibition of garbage discharge under MARPOL. Breaches can result in significant penalties.

We sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 53 (Vessels in polar waters) 2016 (MO53). The changes will ensure the marine order aligns with the new requirements following amendments to SOLAS and the Polar Code.

Find out the requirements you need to fulfill to obtain an international endorsement.