We are Australia’s national maritime safety regulator for domestic commercial vessels that operate within Australian waters.

Standards for maintaining buoyancy after flooding, grounding, or collision.

Explore the trends in vessel design, materials and certification shaping Australia’s domestic fleet. See what was built, where, and how vessels are evolving to meet industry needs.

This report provides an overview of the consultation process, key issues raised during public consultation and the key changes to the Marine Order.

Keeping a radio watch saves lives. Use this guidance to set up your radio watchkeeping process and comply with Marine Order 504.

We are responsible for providing navigational systems and services to facilitate the safe and efficient navigation of ships within Australian waters.

We follow the guidance of international conventions when conducting search and rescue (SAR) activities.

General and practical information about the AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA), including how to perform the assessment.

Get your Rating certificate of proficiency revalidated before it expires.

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).

Our regulatory plan is produced annually and contains planned changes to our regulatory instruments.

The content of the Engineer cadet program including certificate and short courses, qualifying sea service and medical fitness.

PurposeA reminder of the requirements to test and maintain fuel isolation valves for multi-engine installations.

In this edition we give guidance on managing some of the changes mentioned in Schedule 1 of MO503, explain electrical plan approval requirements, and more.

AMSA’s mission is ensuring safe vessel operations, combating marine pollution and rescuing people in distress.

In this edition, learn more about careers at AMSA and maintenance plan essentials.

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