We are conducting a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on vessel adventure rides and experiences from October 2023 - March 2024.

On this page you can find copies of previous editions and amendments to the NSCV.

Find out what was discussed at decarbonisation roundtables attended by shipping industry representatives. By hosting these roundtables, AMSA aims to foster collaboration in the Australian shipping industry as it transitions away from carbon-based fuels.

Maritime discharges of oil and noxious liquid substances during emergencies and pollution response situations.

Explosion: Lithium-ion battery system involved in thermal runaway event onboard a domestic commercial vessel.

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.

We have conducted these inspection campaigns in the past, focusing on specific deficiencies and outcomes.

We celebrated Hulita Lamasialeva Fa’anunu’s achievements on World Maritime Day last year. She embodied the 2019 theme—empowering women in the maritime community.

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

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.

Ships registered on the Australian general shipping register have Australian nationality.

Residual current devices minimise the risk of a person receiving an electric shock or being electrocuted when using plug-in electrical equipment on board vessels.

AMSA has a fair, and non-discriminatory procurement complaints handling process.

We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

A particularly sensitive sea area (PSSA) is given special protection because of its vulnerability to damage from international shipping activities.

In some circumstances, it is mandatory to make a MARPOL report for certain pollution incidents.

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

The FOI disclosure list describes the documents disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act, and the date of disclosure.