This safety alert provides guidance to operators of domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) on risks associated with safety management systems inadequately considering electrical systems and other potential fire hazards.

Our privacy policy tells you how we protect and handle your personal information.

A charter fishing vessel proceeding to a fishing spot began experiencing progressively worsening weather conditions and water ingress. Despite the owner’s warning prior to departure and passenger complaints, the master continued to the fishing destination. Strong winds and waves hampered anchoring, with water accumulating on deck through the transom door to the point of flooding. The vessel’s EPIRB was deployed, and a rescue helicopter attended, winching the master and passengers to safety.

What changes to Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage) 2014 (MO54) did we seek feedback on?

Find out how to provide a photo that meets our requirements for your certificate application.

Our response to the risk of oil spills on wildlife.

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

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.

If you are an Australian seafarer, you can use an AMSA approved task book to record your sea service, training and experience on board a vessel.

You have a responsibility not to pollute the sea, and to be aware of the laws about oil and garbage pollution from vessels, including fishing vessels.

We inspect domestic commercial vessels to ensure crew, vessel, and operational safety.

We have read and answered your questions about the new requirements for domestic commercial vessels that carry passengers.

Our 24/7 centre responds to search and rescue (SAR) incidents throughout Australia.

In this edition we talk about marine surveyor accreditation renewals, a marine safety incident and a safety recall notice.

Our senior management team runs the day-to-day operations and keeps our Board informed.

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

A crew member’s arm was crushed between the vessel and a pylon while tending to mooring lines.

We are a team of dedicated professionals – hear more about our experiences working at AMSA.