We are responsible for ensuring there is a consistent approach to the use of AIS on offshore structures and facilities. Find out what we will ask you when you apply.

In this edition we talk about correct use of the AMSA 586 form following a survey, draft standards on marina and boat electrical installations, ISO 12215 GES is now approved.

We provide a range of geographic information as digital maps and spatial data sets. This visual geographic data is used to support search and rescue, pollution response, vessel tracking, and navigation in Australian waters. Some data access may require you to pay a fee.

Follow these steps if you wish to operate your vessel commercially outside of the Australian Economic Exclusion Zone (EEZ).

There are few exceptions to the prohibition of garbage discharge under MARPOL. Breaches can result in significant penalties.

Get your Master or deck certificate of competency revalidated before it expires.

If you own or operate a domestic commercial vessel in Australia, you are required to obtain a certificate of operation before you operate the vessel.

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

This policy has been superseded by the 2018 Compliance and enforcement policy.

If you're planning to bring a vessel to Australia, or take a domestic commercial vessel (DCV) on an overseas voyage, you need to comply with Australian regulations and international standards.  

Follow these steps if you want to take a DCV overseas for dry docking, sale or delivery.

Our search and rescue modules provide background information as well as information about preparation, principles of how to conduct a search and rescue operation and how to respond to specific kinds of emergency.

Find out who to contact for help with myAMSA, and provide feedback on your experience.

A master or owner of a vessel may apply for an exemption from the requirement to navigate a vessel with a licensed pilot in a compulsory pilotage area

Get your Engineer certificate of competency revalidated before it expires.

Consultation on Marine Order 44 closed on 1 March 2019.

We have intergovernmental agreements with state and territory governments in Australia.