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Small uncrewed autonomous vessels operating in C, D, or E waters.

You must revalidate your CoST every 5 years to keep it current. Find out when to apply, what you need and how to revalidate your CoST.

In this edition, learn more about careers at AMSA and maintenance plan essentials.

Find out about the search and rescue incidents we attended between July 2019 and June 2020

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

In this edition we talk about Draft instruction for ultrasonic thickness measurement for metallic vessels, Transitional requirements, Proposed changes to SAGM Pt 2 Stability booklets and more

We are the Australian Government agency responsible for implementing the 1 January 2020 low sulphur fuel regulation as set out in the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL).

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

We are making changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements – national law) 2018 (Marine order 504) to clarify requirements for monitoring and accounting for passengers on domestic commercial vessels.

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints—Great Barrier Reef—Great North East Channel, eastbound and westbound.

Standards for domestic commercial vessels, largely replaced by the NSCV for new vessels.

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.

We seek your feedback on MO503, talk about surveyor responsibilities when making recommendations, applying for specific exemptions, or following up electrical wiring and more.

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.

These general exemptions are now superseded or repealed. Superseded and repealed exemptions may affect how the national system works for you.

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Simplified safety management system' held on 9 April 2025.

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