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

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.

Toxic gases can quickly build up on board vessels and kill a crew member or passenger in minutes. Identify equipment, appliances and systems that create these gases and reduce the risks.

Our approach to comply with the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law 2012 from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019.

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

Standards for maintaining buoyancy after flooding, grounding, or collision.

Explore the trends in vessel design, materials and certification shaping Australia’s domestic fleet. See what was built, where, and how vessels are evolving to meet industry needs.

In this edition we talk about Marine Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual – Part 2 , we include a Case Study about Compliance action on an AMS’s accreditation and decks on domestic commercial vessels

This report provides an overview of the consultation process, key issues raised during public consultation and the key changes to the Marine Order.

Keeping a radio watch saves lives. Use this guidance to set up your radio watchkeeping process and comply with Marine Order 504.

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

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

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

Get your Rating certificate of proficiency revalidated before it expires.

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

The content of the Engineer cadet program including certificate and short courses, qualifying sea service and medical fitness.