We are responsible for ensuring there is a consistent approach to the use of AIS on offshore structures and facilities. Find out what we will ask you when you apply.

Consultation Report – October 2022

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

Learn how to manage your garbage on a domestic commercial vessel (DCV).

AMSA shut down its DGPS service on 1 July 2020.

Australia’s first recorded major oil spill occurred on Saturday 28 November 1903 in Port Phillip Bay.

Learn how non-shipborne AIS units are managed and find out what’s required to apply to operate a base station or AtoN in Australia.

This marine notice provides information on how the automatic channel switching feature in VHF digital selective calling (DSC) radios may impact voice communications during safety critical operations.

If you submit an incomplete application, we will not progress your application for a domestic commercial vessel permission or approval.

Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.

Generic equivalent solutions (GES) support national standards by allowing the use of new technology and other solutions.

From 1 January 2022, AMSA will provide 24-hour nationwide monitoring of high frequency (HF) radiotelephone distress, urgency and safety communications in Australia.

This consultation feedback report is based on submissions to us via an online form and Facebook.

Find out about the process of obtaining a near coastal certificate.

A guide for domestic commercial vessels

Use this appropriate crewing evaluation template to record your crewing assessment and appropriate crewing outcomes in your vessel’s safety management system.

The Maritine Agencies Forum (MAF) provides a forum for collaboration on maritime safety and other issues.

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.

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

On 20 May 1988 bulk carrier Korean Star grounded in the vicinity of Cape Cuvier within the port limits of Carnarvon, Western Australia.