This safety alert aims to raise awareness of the risk involved with getting on and off domestic commercial vessels.

This feedback report summarises submissions we received on the proposed changes to Marine Order 27.

The North-East Shipping Management Plan (NE SMP) identifies actions based on information regarding the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region.

Consultation Report – October 2022

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

The 277th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, in Hobart, Tasmania.

Our social medial channels are open forums. We ask that you follow our posting guidelines outlined in these terms of use.

We charge fees for evaluating and approving courses that are delivered by Registered training organisations.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments.

Highlights the importance of maintaining rescue boats in good working order ready for immediate use

Find out about AMSA’s performance and stay informed about our progress against key initiatives for 2024–25.

In June 2018 our Response Division delivered a workshop in Melbourne which explored how Australia could deliver an effective response to a complex maritime emergency.

Find out what was discussed at decarbonisation roundtables attended by shipping industry representatives. By hosting these roundtables, AMSA aims to foster collaboration in the Australian shipping industry as it transitions away from carbon-based fuels.

Outlines the dangers of using weighted heaving lines when transferring mooring lines to tugs and shore linespersons

There are mandatory minimum requirements for your certificates under the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW).