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Find out the requirements you need to fulfill to obtain an international endorsement.

The following definitions explain the terms used specifically in the Maritime Training (MT) series documents for Registered training organisations (RTOs)

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2025

Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.

The Modernised Australian Ship Tracking and Reporting System (MASTREP) is a ship reporting system designed to contribute to safety of life at sea.

The minimum certification and qualifications required by lecturers to deliver our approved courses for the issue of an AMSA STCW Certificate. These requirements are in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping 1978, as amended (STCW).

The National Law Act, regulations, marine orders, and exemptions set out the detail of the national system.

Exercise Barossa was a biannual oil spill response exercise conducted in Adelaide under our National Plan to Combat Pollution of the Sea by Oil and Other Noxious and Hazardous Substances.

A marine notice provides important safety related information, general guidance and details about upcoming changes to legislation to the shipping and maritime community.

Vessels refused access to Australian ports and vessels given warnings in relation to serious deficiencies.

We are responsible for approving coastal pilotage training providers and courses.

Find out about vessel categories, calculating vessel size, and read the dictionary of definitions.

A particularly sensitive sea area (PSSA) is given special protection because of its vulnerability to damage from international shipping activities.

Vessels owned and operated by community groups or clubs may or may not be domestic commercial vessels.

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

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe on land.