Electronic visual distress signals are not a substitute for conventional pyrotechnic flares.

Learn how non-shipborne AIS units are managed and find out what’s required to apply to operate a base station or AtoN in Australia.

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure.

Survey passenger vessels with offshore operations Class 1C (with berthed passengers), 2B and 3B, are required to carry a Scale E medical cabinet and a Scale F First aid kit on board.

All domestic commercial vessels are required to have a national law certificate of survey—unless an exemption applies.

This marine notice advises ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).

Hours of Work and Rest – 01 May 2022 to 17 June 2022AMSA conducted an Hours of Work and Rest Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) over the period 01 May 2022 to 17 June 2022.  

This marine notice draws attention to responsible navigational practices which masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships operating in Australian waters should follow.

A summary of fees you may have to pay to obtain your certificates.

Knowledge of regulations and duties will help you navigate safely on the seas.

This edition outlines an upcoming campaign on plan approval documentation and fire safety, initial survey recommendations and more.

If you are an Australian seafarer, you can use an AMSA approved task book to record your sea service, training and experience on board a vessel.

Find out how to get an interim certificate of competency (ICoC) when you apply for a certificate for the first time.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Queensland.

You can prepare in case your ship is inspected during a visit to an Australian port.

As manager of Australia’s National Plan, we have a fixed wing aerial dispersant capability as a key component of Australia’s capacity to respond to oil spills in the marine environment.

This page contains a list of past changes to exemptions.

If you submit an incomplete application, we will not progress your application for a domestic commercial vessel permission or approval.

New body worn cameras for AMSA frontline staff increases safety and transparency.