Your vessel may be inspected to verify your compliance with cargo requirements. These requirements and regulations apply to safety-related aspects for marine carriage of cargo.

Australia’s policy is that those who pollute our marine environment should be responsible for cleaning up and repairing the damage they have caused. If AMSA has to do this because they do not, then they should pay AMSA.

Read a summary of results from the consultation on Exemption 24 - Marine Safety (Emergency service vessels) and download a copy of the full report.

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During the COVID-19 pandemic many seafarers have played an essential role.

These general exemptions are now superseded or repealed. Superseded and repealed exemptions may affect how the national system works for you.

Advice about the maximum continuous period that a seafarer can serve on board a vessel without taking leave.

Check current fees for STCW certificates, assessments and related services. All fees are in Australian dollars (AUD).

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If you're planning to bring a vessel to Australia, or take a domestic commercial vessel (DCV) on an overseas voyage, you need to comply with Australian regulations and international standards.  

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe in the air.

Course and study subjects for deck and engineer certificates of recognition.

Knowledge of regulations and duties will help you navigate safely on the seas.

Find out what was discussed at decarbonisation roundtables attended by shipping industry representatives. By hosting these roundtables, AMSA aims to foster collaboration in the Australian shipping industry as it transitions away from carbon-based fuels.

You can use some STCW certificates in place of equivalent near coastal certificates to work on a domestic commercial vessel.