There is potential for light-emitting diode lighting on vessels to compromise reception on VHF frequencies.

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

These fees are for certificates of competency, certificates of operation, certificates of survey, the surveyor accreditation scheme, and National Law exemptions.

We are a team of dedicated professionals – hear more about our experiences working at AMSA.

The Red Ensign Group Yacht Code Part A updates the Red Ensign Group Large Yacht Code (LY3 Code) and applies to yachts and training vessels, carrying not more than 12 passengers, and details the conventions these vessels must comply with in Australia.

Environmental, scientific and technical functions and resources in spill response.

An unexpected wind-shift during parasailing operations caused 2 airborne passengers to contact the water at speed. They were recovered by the vessel and returned to shore. Both passengers later informed the operator that they had sustained injuries during the event. The owner then failed to report this as a marine incident to us.

Use an Australian seafarers service book (ASSB) to keep a record of your sea service on an Australian or international vessel in international waters.

Our range of navigation services includes marine navigation and e-navigation.

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

Regulatory requirements for certificates of competency, sometimes referred to as ‘tickets’, apply to thousands of Australians working across the domestic commercial vessel (DCV) industry.

In this edition we talk about marine surveyor accreditation renewals, a marine safety incident and a safety recall notice.

As a statutory authority, we work with the guidance of legislation.

There are standards of competence you must achieve to be able to work on an international fishing vessel.