In this edition we provide advice on how to send us large files, what to do if you receive a complaint about a survey, provide guidance on battery safety, and more.

Insights from 2025 vessel inspections including detentions, common safety risks and compliance performance

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

Residual current devices minimise the risk of a person receiving an electric shock or being electrocuted when using plug-in electrical equipment on board vessels.

An explosion occurred on a charter fishing vessel whilst berthed. The investigation identified that the ignition source was a lithium-ion battery that was not holding charge connected to a battery charger in a way that bypassed the battery management safety system. The vessel was beyond repair following the explosion.

AMSA conducted a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on domestic commercial vessel construction barges from 1 May to 30 June 2022.

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

In this edition we explain how to complete a shaft survey report, tell you about changes to MARS, changes to surveyor identity cards and much more.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2015–16.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2017–18.

We will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on float-free EPIRB requirements on domestic commercial vessels over the period 1 February to 30 April 2021.

Information for ship owners and operators about the application of the Bunkers Convention in Australia.

Why you need a maritime mobile service identity (MMSI), and how to apply for one.

Find out about the special arrangements for vessels which meet the definition of ‘tender’ under the national law.

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

If you hold a valid STCW certificate issued by another country and want to work on an Australian-flagged vessel, you need a certificate of recognition (CoR). In some countries this is called a recognition endorsement.

We offer nationally recognised units of competency in marine pollution response and incident management.