Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.

AMSA’s invoicing process is changing. From 1 March 2022, all invoices for AMSA must be emailed as a PDF attachment to our new centralised email address (invoices@amsa.gov.au) for automated processing. This will ensure invoices are processed more quickly for payment.

Our SAR observer program trains SES volunteers to look for signs of people in distress from the air.

We have conducted these inspection campaigns in the past, focusing on specific deficiencies and outcomes.

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

Commonwealth, state and territory agencies responsible for responding to marine pollution incidents under the National Plan.

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

The FOI disclosure list describes the documents disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act, and the date of disclosure.

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

Read a summary of results from the consultation on Marine Order 28 (Operations standards and procedures) and download a copy of the full report.

A 2C rescue vessel was preparing to depart a river entrance bar with 11 people onboard. The observed sea state was a wave height (breaking) of 1.4 to 1.8 metres. The entrance bar had a moderate to high level of congestion of jet skis and surfboard riders positioned within the aids to navigation departure leads. The vessel came within very close proximity to surfers on 3 occasions whilst negotiating the breaking sea conditions. The vessel then broached upon a wave resulting in the vessel heeling to port and becoming unable to be controlled due to the force of the wave.

There is increasing use of remotely operated and autonomous technology in Australia and worldwide across a range of fields.

Environmental, scientific and technical functions and resources in spill response.

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

Find out the requirements you need to fulfill to obtain an international endorsement.

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.