Under Marine Order 503 a transitional vessel is an existing vessel that has: 

This feedback report summarises submissions on proposed changes to NSCV C1 – Wheelhouse visibility, escape, accommodation and personal safety.

A Class 1 passenger vessel’s port engine caught fire whilst northeast of Fraser Island with 82 passengers and crew onboard. The investigation found that regular planned engine maintenance, in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, was not in place at the time of the incident. The crew’s response to the incident was immediate and effective. The transfer of the 77 passengers to a nearby vessel, which attended the distress call within 10 minutes, was undertaken quickly and effectively by the master and crew.

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Maritime Safety Queensland.

Carry the type of lifejacket required for your vessel's highest service category. You can choose self-inflating, manual inflating or foam buoyancy lifejackets.

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

From 1 July 2018, new survey requirements for domestic commercial vessels apply. This includes changes to marine order 503 to apply the new periodic survey requirements to all vessels required to be in survey—existing, transitional and new vessels.

If you suspect misconduct, fraud, or corruption involving AMSA officials, contractors or service providers, you should report it.

In some circumstances, it is mandatory to make a MARPOL report for certain pollution incidents.

Guidance on ensuring appropriate crewing for safe navigation for domestic commercial vessels.

Being a seafarer can be demanding at the best of times.

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

Follow these steps if you wish to operate your vessel commercially outside of the Australian Economic Exclusion Zone (EEZ).

We are the Australian Government agency responsible for implementing the 1 January 2020 low sulphur fuel regulation as set out in the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL).

Find out how to complete the Coxswain Grade 3 declaration (AMSA form 1882) and the on-water tasks required.