We celebrated Hulita Lamasialeva Fa’anunu’s achievements on World Maritime Day last year. She embodied the 2019 theme—empowering women in the maritime community.

This marine notice advises ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).

This marine notice draws attention to responsible navigational practices which masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships operating in Australian waters should follow.

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

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure.

Hours of Work and Rest – 01 May 2022 to 17 June 2022AMSA conducted an Hours of Work and Rest Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) over the period 01 May 2022 to 17 June 2022.  

If you are an Australian seafarer, you can use an AMSA approved task book to record your sea service, training and experience on board a vessel.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments, compass adjustment requirements, uncrewed barges and more.

This trial will support ongoing work to divert recyclable waste from international ships to domestic recycling, so it doesn’t end up in landfill.

About the feedback we received on the National System for Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety transition.

Arrangements between government and industry under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies to respond to shipping casualties.

If you have lost your certificate of competency, or it has been damaged or stolen you can apply to get it replaced.

A summary of fees you may have to pay to obtain your certificates.

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We inspect domestic commercial vessels to ensure crew, vessel, and operational safety.

You can prepare in case your ship is inspected during a visit to an Australian port.