Keeping a radio watch saves lives. Use this guidance to set up your radio watchkeeping process and comply with Marine Order 504.

We have issued an updated marine notice for Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) in Torres Strait. This notice outlines the management framework, summarises the responsibilities and reminds all coastal pilots transiting ships when they are required to use the Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) system.

DCV Safety Alert: 1/2021 aims to raise awareness of recommendations made by the United States, National Transportation Safety Board, following the investigation into the fire and subsequent loss of the passenger vessel Conception.

The benefits and eligibility requirements of registration on the Australian international shipping register (AISR).

PurposeA reminder of the requirements to test and maintain fuel isolation valves for multi-engine installations.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2016–17.

Since December 2016, we have conducted 185 compliance checks on 88 cruise ships with 100 per cent compliance observed.

For seafarers who want to work as a qualified rating in both the deck and engine departments on vessels operating under the STCW Convention.

The 278th meeting of the Board was held virtually via MS Teams on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention for addressing ship sourced pollution.

The short-term measure under the MARPOL Convention requires ships engaged on international voyages to make improvements to deliver a reduction in their carbon intensity by an average of at least 40% by 2030 (compared to 2008 levels), in line with the target set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

This consultation feedback report is based on submissions to us via an online form and Facebook.

Do a lifejacket risk assessment. Your safety, and the safety of your passengers and crew, depends on it. Wearing a lifejacket can help prevent a tragic incident.

Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.

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

This procedure outlines the process for Registered training organisations to offer recognition of prior learning to students of AMSA approved courses.

We are a Commonwealth statutory authority which provides services to the Australian maritime industry. Sometimes we need to seek the help and support of private companies to deliver our services.