You must revalidate your CoST every 5 years to keep it current. Find out when to apply, what you need and how to revalidate your CoST.

We are making changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements – national law) 2018 (Marine order 504) to clarify requirements for monitoring and accounting for passengers on domestic commercial vessels.

The minimum certification and qualifications required by lecturers to deliver our approved courses for the issue of an AMSA STCW Certificate. These requirements are in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping 1978, as amended (STCW).

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments

Read a summary of results from the mid-2024 consultation on Marine Order 11 and download a copy of the full report.

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

In this edition we explain about National Law audits,

Our scholarship program supports the development of skills in the maritime industry and builds our brand as an employer of choice.

We authorise and audit vessel traffic service (VTS) providers in Australia.

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Simplified safety management system' held on 9 April 2025.

Marine Order 55 (Vessels carrying industrial personnel) 2024 Consultation Report – Feb - Apr 2024

In this edition we explain correct and incorrect use of conditions.

All regulated Australian vessels must have a minimum safe crewing determination (MSCD). Find out how to prepare your crewing arrangement, check qualifications, and submit your application or renewal.

Exercise Barossa was a biannual oil spill response exercise conducted in Adelaide under our National Plan to Combat Pollution of the Sea by Oil and Other Noxious and Hazardous Substances.

There are mandatory minimum requirements for your certificates under the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW).

Australia is a part of the International Maritime Organization — maritime safety and marine pollution prevention are more effective when carried out internationally.