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Operators of Regulated Australian Vessels (RAV) and Foreign Vessels, as well as the shippers of livestock, have obligations when loading and transporting livestock from Australia.

In 2023, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted a revised strategy on reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from ships.

This safety alert aims to raise awareness of structural and stowage requirements for shipping containers and other CTUs in Australian ports.

This marine notice highlights the importance of ensuring navigation bridge visibility on all vessels sailing in Australian waters. Vessel operators, masters and navigational officers should take note of its content.

A summary of discharge standards under MARPOL and local regulations if you are operating your vessel in Australian waters.

It’s important to maintain your lifejacket according to the manufacturer’s instructions so it works when you need it.

The National Law places obligations on maritime operators and other parties to ensure safety of persons and vessels and protection of the marine environment.

When a livestock ship, certified with an Australian Certificate for the Carriage of Livestock (ACCL), carries cattle and/or buffalo, cargo hold decks should be washed and cleaned regularly.

This handbook is an information resource for those involved in the transport of dangerous goods intended to be shipped by sea.

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

Instructions for accredited surveyors to conduct surveys and inspections of domestic commercial vessels.

The minimum certification and qualifications required by lecturers to deliver our approved courses for the issue of an AMSA STCW Certificate. These requirements are in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping 1978, as amended (STCW).

Read about the results of consultation on proposed amendments to Marine Orders 15 and MO49 to introduce restrictions on the use of perfluorooctane sulfonic acid in firefighting foams.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

The Red Ensign Group Yacht Code Part A updates the Red Ensign Group Large Yacht Code (LY3 Code) and applies to yachts and training vessels, carrying not more than 12 passengers, and details the conventions these vessels must comply with in Australia.

Ships registered on the Australian general shipping register have Australian nationality.