Domestic commercial fishing vessels may transit between the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) around Norfolk island and the Australian mainland.

NOPSEMA has been working with state authorities to improve and streamline consultation practices within the offshore petroleum industry, and provide advice on regulatory requirements for offshore petroleum activities.

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

From 1 July 2018, new survey requirements for domestic commercial vessels apply. This includes changes to marine order 503 to apply the new periodic survey requirements to all vessels required to be in survey—existing, transitional and new vessels.

Commonwealth legislation requires a verified gross mass (VGM) be supplied before a container can be loaded onto a ship.

AMSA’s invoicing process is changing. From 1 March 2022, all invoices for AMSA must be emailed as a PDF attachment to our new centralised email address (invoices@amsa.gov.au) for automated processing. This will ensure invoices are processed more quickly for payment.

The National Law places obligations on maritime operators and other parties to ensure safety of persons and vessels and protection of the marine environment.

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

We have approved these courses if you want to qualify for a certificate under international training conventions.

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

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Become a coastal pilot and contribute to the safety of ships in the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea, on land or in the air.

How to calculate your sea service in trailer hopper suction dredgers operating in ports, inshore and in limited near coastal areas.

If you suspect misconduct, fraud, or corruption involving AMSA officials, contractors or service providers, you should report it.