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

Consider AMSA as your next move.

If you are a Traditional Inhabitant of the Torres Strait and use your TIB to catch seafood and sell it, your boat is being used as a domestic commercial vessel. This page explains what that means, when you can use the TIB-specific exemption, and the steps you must follow to operate safely and legally.

The benefits and eligibility requirements of registration on the Australian international shipping register (AISR).

Lives continue to be lost every year in Australia when people go overboard from vessels, without a lifejacket. The simple truth is lifejackets save lives, but only if they’re worn. It’s time to get on board with lifejacket safety.

Learn about our oral exams and how to make a booking.

It’s important to maintain your lifejacket according to the manufacturer’s instructions so it works when you need it.

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

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.

If you have a boat, you may be considering hiring it out for overnight accommodation via an online platform—for example, Airbnb, Beds on Board or Flotespace—whether at a marina berth, or at a mooring.

This marine notice highlights the need for shipowners, operators, masters and crews to ensure safe working arrangements are in place for any work involving height and the risk of falling.

Some guidance on how to start your job in Australia once you have submitted your application.

In this edition we talk about Lightship declarations and the law, new surveyor accreditation guidance manual part 2 now available and electrical issues able to be identified by non-electrical periodic surveyors.

Anyone can report a marine safety concern to us.