Standards for class 1 fast craft operating in sheltered waters or under 35m in equivalent length.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments.

We are conducting a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on vessel adventure rides and experiences from October 2023 - March 2024.

Controlling the risks that weather and water pose to a vessel.

We have read and answered your questions about the new requirements for domestic commercial vessels that carry passengers.

Radiotelephones, signalling lights, EPIRBs, and satellite communications equipment.

We are seeking feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage) 2014 (MO54). These updates aim to modernise coastal pilotage regulations by introducing competency-based standards, flexible entry pathways, and strengthening safety management systems.

We have offices all around Australia. You can contact our state offices using the details below.

Guidance for VTS providers on the qualifications and training of VTS personnel in Australia.

Do a lifejacket risk assessment. Your safety, and the safety of your passengers and crew, depends on it. Wearing a lifejacket can help prevent a tragic incident.

We will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on float-free EPIRB requirements on domestic commercial vessels over the period 1 February to 30 April 2021.

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

On Wednesday 2 August AMSA will be hosting a Safety Management System workshop in Airlie Beach.

Jobs with purpose - learn more about exciting careers at AMSA.

Annex VI of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL Annex VI) allows ships to use exhaust gas cleaning systems (EGCS) to comply with the 0.50 per cent m/m sulphur fuel oil limit that commenced on 1 January 2020

Australia's national search and rescue (SAR) engagement—how we collaborate with the SAR community.

The oil spill from the Oceanic Grandeur in Torres Strait in March 1970 highlighted Australia’s lack of preparedness at the time to deal with a major oil spill in the marine environment.