How to get a National Law certificate if you have a perpetual certificate, or if your certificate expired more than 5 years ago.

Installing and programming an automatic identification systems (AIS).

Apply for an endorsement that allows you to command and operate the engines of a vehicular ferry-in-chains attached to the shore by cable.

How to get a engineering qualifications recognized if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) seaman officer.

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.

The use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) on board ships contributes significantly to the safety of navigation.

When completing a bunker delivery note, you will need to include specific details.

On 21 May 1990 an extensive oil slick was sighted approximately four nautical miles south-east of Cape Otway by the pilot of a light aircraft. The Australian-flagged tanker Arthur Phillip was later established as the source of the spill.

1. The criteria for the issue to a person of a trainee pilot licence are that the person: (a)  is entitled to work in Australia; and (b)  holds: 

On this page you can find copies of previous editions and amendments to the NSCV.

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

Marine order 504

A particularly sensitive sea area (PSSA) is given special protection because of its vulnerability to damage from international shipping activities.

Information for ship owners and operators about the application of the Bunkers Convention in Australia.

Get your Engineer certificate of competency revalidated before it expires.

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

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