If your ship is found to have deficiencies during an inspection, you may be detained and delayed for an unknown amount of time.

In this edition we explain about National Law audits,

You can submit your completed Seafarer form 419 or Certificate of competency application form 426 at participating Australia Post retail outlets.

Join the event online or in person at East Fremantle Yacht Club in WA.

If you’re a seafarer or marine surveyor and want to apply for a skilled visa to live and work in Australia, you may need a migration skills assessment. Find out what you need to do and how to apply.

We are the Australian Government agency responsible for implementing the 1 January 2020 low sulphur fuel regulation as set out in the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL).

A guide to our privacy policy.

Our Board is appointed by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

General and practical information about the AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA), including how to perform the assessment.

This marine notice draws attention to important information regarding the proper operation of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), including the importance of adequate and up to date Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs), for ships visiting Australian ports.

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

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.

Highlights the importance of maintaining rescue boats in good working order ready for immediate use

We are responsible for handling health and safety issues for personnel on prescribed ships that are engaged in trade or commerce on international and domestic voyages.

We work with government and industry to respond to pollution incidents under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is working to reduce the loss and discharge of fishing gear into the sea.

Find out how you obtain your unique vessel identifier and how to display it correctly.