You need to keep your certificate of recognition current to keep working as an international seafarer in Australia. Make sure you renew your overseas (primary) STCW certificate before applying to revalidate your CoR.

Guidance for mariners and port stakeholders on the difference between a vessel traffic service (VTS) and a local port service.

This handbook is an information resource for those involved in the transport of dangerous goods intended to be shipped by sea.

Find out how we use, assess and govern AI responsibly. This statement aligns with the Digital Transformation Agency’s (DTA) Policy for the responsible use of AI in government.

As the national standard is updated, generic equivalent standards (GES) are being superseded.

On 1 October 1973, the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) came into operation.

There is increasing use of remotely operated and autonomous technology in Australia and worldwide across a range of fields.

Specifies the minimum standards for design and construction and safety equipment.

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

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

All domestic commercial vessels must have a certificate of survey unless exempt.

Tests for establishing and verifying vessel stability.

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