The provision of adequate port waste reception facilities for ship-generated waste is vital to preventing marine pollution.

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

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.

The type of EPIRB you need depends on vessel class, length, flotation and operating area.

The purpose of this policy is to outline the underlying principles for the disclosure and dissemination of vessel tracking information under agreed conditions.

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

A Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) is a ship-specific plan to improve the energy efficiency of a ship.

The North-East Shipping Management Plan identifies actions based on information about the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region as well as the experience and knowledge of members of the North-East Water Space Management Working Group.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2013–14.

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

A passenger ferry was returning from its scheduled service when an unanticipated wave raised its stern and caused its bow to dive under the water. Water rushed over the bow and a significant amount came through the forward portside access door and into the passenger compartment. The master immediately reduced speed, which expelled most of the water overboard. The forward portside access door had been left open by a crew member who was attempting to alleviate sea sickness among some passengers. The action of leaving the door open during the voyage was contrary to the vessel’s survey requirements. Signage requiring the door to be kept closed when underway was reportedly not seen by crew members. This resulted in water entering the vessel creating a potentially unsafe situation.

Get your Rating certificate of proficiency revalidated before it expires.

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

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

This program of regulatory activities was completed during the 2017–2018 financial year.