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

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the importance of the safe operation and maintenance of hatch covers and related equipment on board vessels.

An explosion occurred on a charter fishing vessel whilst berthed. The investigation identified that the ignition source was a lithium-ion battery that was not holding charge connected to a battery charger in a way that bypassed the battery management safety system. The vessel was beyond repair following the explosion.

Managing fatigue is everyone’s responsibility. This guidance hub will help you manage fatigue in your commercial vessel operation.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea.

Fees related to registration on the Australian General Shipping Register and Australian International Shipping Register.

Dispersants can be effective response tools. Use of dispersants is dependent on many factors including timing, properties of the oil, and logistics.

All ships must follow the requirements of MARPOL Annex V when discharging cargo residue.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2013–14.

To confirm an engine with a power output of greater than 130 kilowatts (kW) is compliant with nitrogen oxide (NOx) emission standards, it must be accompanied by an Engine International Air Pollution Prevention (EIAPP) certificate and supporting Technical File.

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Our structure gives you an idea of which area can help you when you get in touch.

AMSA port State control inspectors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our cargo securing focused inspection campaign. Use this checklist to prepare for the inspection, and to help you ensure your cargo is secure. Below is a sample of the focused inspection campaign checklist.

Standards for domestic commercial vessels, largely replaced by the NSCV for new vessels.

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention for addressing ship sourced pollution.

We work with government and industry to respond to pollution incidents under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.

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

Instructions for accredited surveyors to conduct surveys and inspections of domestic commercial vessels.