Australian legislative requirements preventing pollution from discharge of garbage.

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).

Why you need a maritime mobile service identity (MMSI), and how to apply for one.

This Marine Notice reminds shipowners, operators, masters, crews, recognised organisations, marine pilots and pilotage providers about their obligation to provide and ensure continued safe pilot transfer arrangements on ships.

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

Vessels refused access to Australian ports and vessels given warnings in relation to serious deficiencies.

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.

In this edition we talk about Marine Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual – Part 2 , we include a Case Study about Compliance action on an AMS’s accreditation and decks on domestic commercial vessels

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In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments.

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2025

Our scholarship program supports the development of skills in the maritime industry and builds our brand as an employer of choice.

Risk assessments help identify why, when and where lifejackets need to be worn during vessel operations. Wearing a lifejacket can help prevent a tragic incident.

In this edition we talk about recent surveyor audits.

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

This guidance assists the offshore oil and gas industry in understanding the intent of marine order 47 (Offshore industry units), made under the Navigation Act 2012.