Learn what you need to do to prepare for and take your oral exam.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2017–18.

A Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) is a ship-specific plan to improve the energy efficiency of a ship.

In this edition, we seek your feedback on national standards for fire safety on commercial vessels, talk about securing liferafts, share a case study about accreditation, an electrical fire incident caused by a portable electrical tool battery, and our new updated forms for surveyors.

Read a summary of results from the consultation on Marine Order 28 (Operations standards and procedures) and download a copy of the full report.

We make a range of information available for public access. You can also formally request access to documents we hold under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act).

Globally, nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are controlled through emission standards for marine diesel engines with a power output greater than 130 kilowatts (kW).

Follow these steps to apply for an initial STCW certificate of competency or certificate of proficiency. Find out what you need to do to meet eligibility requirements, complete training and sea service and submit your application.

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

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Simplified safety management system' held on 9 April 2025.

Standards for maintaining buoyancy after flooding, grounding, or collision.

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

Find out more about complying with the national system if you are a domestic commercial vessel owner or operator.

A unique identifier—also sometimes called a unique vessel identifier—is like a number plate for your vessel.

Understand the state of the Australian maritime workforce. Find out how many domestic and international seafarers are certificated by AMSA to work in Australia.

Resources and advice on how to prepare for your oral exam.

Keeping a radio watch saves lives. Use this guidance to set up your radio watchkeeping process and comply with Marine Order 504.

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

Regulatory requirements for certificates of competency, sometimes referred to as ‘tickets’, apply to thousands of Australians working across the domestic commercial vessel (DCV) industry.

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2024