Pilot transfer remains one of the highest-risk operations at sea. In this issue, learn more about the practical steps vessel operators, masters and crews can take for safer pilot transfer.

The following statistics relate to the complaints received by AMSA since we issued Marine notice 04/2020 (expired 30 September 2020) and Marine notice 10/2020 (expired 28 February 2021).

We sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 53 (Vessels in polar waters) 2016 (MO53). The changes will ensure the marine order aligns with the new requirements following amendments to SOLAS and the Polar Code.

We work with government and industry to respond to pollution incidents under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.

Consider AMSA as your next move.

Our process for conducting Registered training organisation evaluations.

The IMO has agreed that marking requirements should be developed for commercial fishing gear.

Find safety equipment guides for class 1, 2 and 3 vessels that hold a certificate of survey.

Australia’s first recorded major oil spill occurred on Saturday 28 November 1903 in Port Phillip Bay.

The Vessel Traffic Services Advisory Group (VTSAG) discusses matters relating to Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) in Australia.

Vessels owned and operated by community groups or clubs may or may not be domestic commercial vessels.

Purpose To ensure that navigation corridors are used appropriately when planning on ECDIS, and to ensure that a voyage plan approved by the ship’s Master is executed within the planne

Requirements for carrying an automatic identification system (AIS) are specified in marine orders.

We cannot process or issue any certificate or endorsement if your application is incomplete.

You must read and agree to this policy and rules of conduct before booking your exam.

Advisory note for the offshore petroleum industry on environmental plans and oil pollution emergency plans.