Compasses, nautical charts, chart systems, and publications.

Common questions about the National Standard for Commercial Vessels, Part C–Design and construction, Section 2, Watertight and weathertight integrity.

In this edition, we talk about how Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual 2 consultation closed, shaft surveys explained and some frequently asked questions related to AMS audits

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

During a private charter a passenger fell down a stairwell and sustained serious injuries. The area around the top of the stairwell had a recess that reduced the floor area slightly and could be missed during movements. The stairs themselves were not found to be contributory to this incident. However, the spiral design proved problematic for providing post-incident medical assistance for the passenger. Any area that may present a safety risk to passengers onboard a vessel should be risk assessed, with appropriate control measures put in place to ensure passenger safety.

Vessels owned and operated by community groups or clubs may or may not be domestic commercial vessels.

Our focus is on delivering better practice regulation so we can support safe vessel operations, and combat marine pollution.

The 278th meeting of the Board was held virtually via MS Teams on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.

Find out about the special arrangements for vessels which meet the definition of ‘tender’ under the national law.

Find out the requirements you need to fulfill to obtain an international endorsement.

This marine notice informs shipowners, operators, masters and bridge watchkeepers of the availability of maritime safety information when navigating through NAVAREA X and METAREA X.

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

A garbage management plan is an effective way to reduce garbage generated on board and ensure its effective disposal, to protect our marine environment. Under Australian maritime legislation it is mandatory for certain vessels to carry a garbage management plan.

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.