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

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

See how New Zealand are recognised to obtain an Australian domestic near coastal certificate.

Guidance for calculating your sea service equivalence if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Rating (specialist seaman department), Maritime Warfare Officer (Maritime Warfare department) or RAN Leading Seaman, Petty Officer, Chief Petty Officer or Warrant Officer (Marine Engineering or Electrical Technical department).

AMSA is committed to safe and clean seas. AMSA, on behalf of Australia, is responsible for the implementation of numerous international conventions and codes to which Australia is a signatory.

We will conduct a focused inspection campaign on lifejacket risk assessment requirements on DCVs.

Ships that are not operated and managed to meet applicable standards, and relevant Australian laws, pose an increased risk to seafarers, other ships and the marine environment. These ships may be refused access or granted conditional entry to Australian ports

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How to calculate your sea service before you apply for a sea service assessment.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) governs the agreed minimum requirements for handling and transport of cargoes and dangerous goods.

You may need to pay a fee, levy or charge, depending on what action you need to do. Find out about our current levies, fees, and payment options.

Understand the regulatory requirements under the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessels) National Law 2012 (National Law) for unpowered barges.

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

All domestic commercial vessels under the national law are required to meet design, construction, stability and equipment standards.

A Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) is now available in the Australia and New Zealand region.

Download a copy of the requirements for each near coastal certificate.