Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments

Small uncrewed autonomous vessels operating in C, D, or E waters.

Guidance for mariners and port stakeholders on the difference between a vessel traffic service (VTS) and a local port service.

On 3 April 2010, the Shen Neng 1 was traversing a well-known shipping route south of the Douglas Shoal when it ran aground 38 nautical miles east of Great Keppel Island at about 5.30 pm.

This applies to approved Registered training organisations (RTOs) delivering International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping training leading to a certificate of competency.

Globally, nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are controlled through emission standards for marine diesel engines with a power output greater than 130 kilowatts (kW).

These general exemptions are now superseded or repealed. Superseded and repealed exemptions may affect how the national system works for you.

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This page outlines the types of survey reports and details an AMSA assessor looks for when reviewing an application for approval.

IMO performance standards require back-up arrangements to be in place in case of ECDIS failure.

Safety Alert: 02/2021 aims to raise awareness of correct use of hydrostatic release units, for both float-free life rafts and float-free EPIRBS.

This information is to draw the attention of ship owners and operators to the ongoing prohibition of asbestos on ships, noting that Australian law requires operators to take all reasonable steps to protect the health and safety of employees and contractors while at work.

Operators and crew of these types of operations face unique safety challenges and risk.

This marine notice draws attention to responsible navigational practices which masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships operating in Australian waters should follow.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe in the air.

We are responsible for providing navigational systems and services to facilitate the safe and efficient navigation of ships within Australian waters.

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.

Apply for an endorsement that allows you to command and operate the engines of a vehicular ferry-in-chains attached to the shore by cable.